2025 AuditionS

Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the 2025 Blue Stars! We can’t wait for you to become a part of our legacy!

• Step 1: Fill out the Membership Interest Form. New and returning auditionees should complete the form and update anything that has changed. If you can't remember if you have filled out the form, please fill it out again.

• Step 2: Purchase your 2025 Audition Materials. Select either an In-Person or Video Audition experience.

• Step 3: Prepare your audition materials and complete the pre-audition items included in your audition materials.

• Step 4: Attend your in-person audition camp or submit your Video Audition.

• Step 5: Receive Feedback. After your audition, you may receive a Membership Agreement to join the 2025 BLUE STARS, or you could receive a Callback for Round Two.**

All dates, times, and locations are subject to change.

PLEASE NOTE:
1. Round One Drum Set Auditions are VIDEO ONLY.

First time auditionees are welcome to attend a January Camp! Even though we refer to our January Camps as “Round Two” and “Callback” camps, we are still in the process of setting full corps membership.

Please plan to attend one of the Callback Camps if you receive a Callback offer following Round One, are a member of the corps, or if you want additional experience at a Blue Stars camp.

All dates, times, and locations are subject to change.

* January Conductor Callbacks will be communicated as soon as possible.

Following the first two rounds of auditions, there will be at least two additional winter camps prior to Spring Training move-ins.

March 7-9, 2025 | BRASS ONLY | Indianapolis, IN
April 25-27, 2025 | FULL CORPS (guard callback) | Indianapolis, IN
Late May 2025 | FULL CORPS SPRING TRAINING | Forest City, IA

All dates, times, and locations are subject to change.

MARCH 7-9 | BRASS ONLY

Boone County Fairgrounds
Lebanon, IN (Indianapolis)

IND Airport

HOUSING: Facilities are provided and attendees at the Indiana Camp should bring a sleeping bag, air mattress, or other type of sleeping pad and pillow.

SCHEDULE: Check-In will take place from 6:00-8:00PM on March 7 and the camp will conclude by 4:00 PM on Sunday, March 9.

APRIL 25-27 | FULL DRUM CORPS CAMP (Brass, Perc, Guard)

Indiana State Fairgrounds
Indianapolis, IN

HOUSING: Facilities are provided and attendees at the April Full Corps Camp in Indianapolis should bring a sleeping bag, air mattress, or other type of sleeping pad and pillow.

SCHEDULE: Check-In will take place from 6:00-8:00PM on Friday April 25 and the camp will conclude by 4:00 PM on Sunday April 27.

Spring Training Move-In Date: All Members

Waldorf University
Forest City, IA

Tentative start date of June 2, 2025

About The Audition

Don't be afraid to audition

Every year dozens of qualified members don't come to the audition because they're nervous about something, typically being 'cut.' We go to great lengths to make your audition experience rewarding, educational and worthwhile. We encourage every person interested in the corps to come to camp. Remember, talent and skills are important, but work ethic, tenacity, and communication skills are often more so.

** If you are not offered a Callback or Performance Position following Round One, we encourage you to continue to pursue your dream of experiencing drum corps. If you wish to “prove us wrong,” we encourage individuals who want another attempt at auditioning to attend additional camps. Or, we can recommend and communicate with other drum corps to assist in finding other performance opportunities.

How Does the Audition Work?

Round One of auditions for the 2025 season will be held at single day camps across the country or via Video Audition. After purchasing your audition packet, you will receive a link to download the audition packet for your instrument and instructions on how the audition process works for the chosen instrument/section.

Following Round One of auditions, there will be Callback camps in Indiana, California, and Texas in January and at least two additional winter camps prior to Spring Training move-ins.

Do I need to bring my instrument to the audition?

YES! Brass/Color Guard/Battery there will be some Blue Stars instruments & equipment available, but we can’t guarantee equipment for all attendees. Please bring your own horn/drum/flag/rifle if you have it.

Front Ensemble will have Blue Stars keyboards available.

Will food be provided? How are special diets handled?

All meals during camp weekends are included with your registration. Our Culinary Crew can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free needs. You are able to communicate dietary needs when completing the Member Interest Form and upon registering for camp.

What should I pack for my audition camp?

Blue Stars Camp Packing List

Are shuttles provided if I fly in to camp?

The Blue Stars will provide shuttle transportation to and from MULTI-DAY camps in INDIANAPOLIS ONLY. You can communicate your flight information in Camp RSVP Forms (coming soon!). We DO NOT provide shuttles for 1-day camps.

When booking flights to Indianapolis for camps, please arrange to fly into the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and to arrive by 5:00 PM on Fridays and depart after 5:00 PM on Sundays.

If driving, there is plenty of parking space at all sites.

Once More, Don't be Afraid to Audition

We regularly hear from people who say "I'm not good enough for drum corps," or "I'm afraid to audition." If you are at the point where you are reading this - you need to come to camp. You have very little to lose and everything to gain.

Everyone auditioning for the Blue Stars will have a great experience. You will meet some great people, you will learn great musical and guard skills, you will know more about the Blue Stars, and you will feel fabulous because you did something in pursuit of your dream. Do not stay home! Find out what this is all about. Come to camp.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email director@bluestars.org.