DARTS INFORMATION
The Divisional Arts program is designed to impact musicians and artists through performance-based groups and an education focused training program. The purpose of this program is to educate and train members for further involvement and leadership in their corps.
The following criteria must be met to participate in DARTS:
· Students must meet age requirements (see below)
· Students who wish to participate in DYB, DARTS Dance & DARTS Drama must be eligible to attend Youth Councils.
· Students must commit to remaining in the program for its complete duration and on all dates (see calendar)
· Students must be active in their corps and have Corps Officer approval
2023-2024 DARTS GROUPS
DARTS DANCE (YOUTH COUNCILS AGE)
DANCE (AGES 10-12)
DARTS DRAMA
DIVISIONAL YOUTH BAND
PEACHSTATE BRASS
A/V MINISTRY
AUDITION INFORMATION
ALL NEW members and ALL CREATIVE ARTS participants MUST submit video audition by SEPTEMBER 5
Be sure to say your first/last name, age, corps and group auditioning for at start of audition video.
INSTRUMENTAL AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
ALL Participants must submit a video audition by SEPTEMBER 5
PEACHSTATE BRASS (ages 10+)
To be considered for Peachstate Brass, participants must be able to play exercises 1-4 from audition music.
ABSOLUTELY NO BEGINNERS
DIVISIONAL YOUTH BAND (ages 14+)
To be considered for Peachstate Brass, participants must be able to play exercises 5-8 from audition music.
DARTS DANCE AUDITION INFORMATION
(Ages are 14+)
ALL Participants must submit a video audition by SEPTEMBER 5
Prepare a dance for this audition. It should be 60-90 seconds in length and can be done to any clean and appropriate music.
You will be evaluated on the following things, so please prepare your piece with these things in mind:
· Memory Remembering choreography, and dancing through missed or forgotten steps without stopping
· Confidence Moving with conviction and strength
· Technique Level of dance training and execution of appropriate dance technique
· Expression Expressive and appropriate movement in both face and body
· Connection The “believability” factor. Visible connection to the lyric and message of the piece
· Use of Stage Choreography moves around the floor and fills the empty spaces with purpose
Do your best to submit a strong video: nice/clear background, appropriate clothing, good sound quality, etc.
Be sure to say your first/last name, age, and corps at start of audition video.
DARTS DRAMA AUDITION INFORMATION
(Ages are 14+)
ALL Participants must submit a video audition by SEPTEMBER 5
Prepare the selected monologue and scripture presentation. They are to be fully memorized.
Be sure to use lots of expression, the space around you, and don’t be afraid to add your own unique style to your performance!
You will be evaluated on the following areas, please prepare the monologue with these things in mind:
· Projection & Clarity Ability to speak clearly and with stage presence
· Expression Expressive face and body, with appropriate vocal inflection
· Use of Stage Use of space and movement that is purposeful and with conviction
· Memorization Knowing the script and ability to carry on in character after a mistake
· Confidence & Connection A strong stage presence while believing what you are speaking
Do your best to submit a strong video: nice/clear background, appropriate clothing, good sound quality, etc.
Be sure to say your first/last name, age, and corps at start of audition video.