Question 1

When are Audition and eXperience Camps?

Accepted Answer

Crossmen typical have both one day and weekend camps in November and December of each year.   These are held in cities around Texas such as Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas.  Watch for announcements of our camps

Question 2

Am I eligible to march?

Accepted Answer

DCI's age limit is 21 years of age with one exception. Corps members who turn 22 on or after June 1 are eligible to march during that year.

Most members of the drum corps are 16 and older, but several 15 year old's do earn positions each year!

Question 3

Can I audition for Drum Major?

Accepted Answer

Yes!

Drum Majors can  sign up for the December Drum Major eXperience and Audition Camp.

If you would like to learn, grow your skills and meet other drum majors, this is a great chance for you as you do not have to audition.

Our staff includes former drum majors and band directors that will work with you. If you would like to audition, this camp is your first step towards the 2025 Crossmen!

Watch for announcements on these camps coming soon.

Question 4

Can I send in a video audition?

Accepted Answer

Yes!

While attending an eXperience camp is the best way to meet and learn from our staff, we are happy to accept virtual auditions!

Question 5

What if I march winter guard?

Accepted Answer

Marching winter guard is not an issue, in fact most of our guard members participate in a winter program. The guard is only required to attend to our December camp and April camp.

Question 6

Does the corps provide housing or meals for members?

Accepted Answer

Housing and meals are provided for all overnight audition camps as well as spring training and tour.

A typical 3 day audition camp will start around 5 pm on Friday evening and typically end by3 pm on Sunday. Site housing will be provided Friday and Saturday with all meals provided starting from snack on Friday night to breakfast on Sunday.

Question 7

What if my school ends after spring training begins?

Accepted Answer

Every year we have members who have conflicts between school and the drum corps. We ask that you communicate with the corps director and your caption manager about any conflicts you may have with the audition process or spring training.

We are happy to reach out to your school in regards to proctoring exams, taking exams early or other accommodations you might need. We have had many members who are in the same situation as you and they have made it work so they were able to fulfill their school and corps responsibilities.

Question 8

Do I need to bring an instrument?

Accepted Answer

If you are able, please bring your own (or your schools) instrument to use. Tubas may bring a sousaphone if you do not have access to a marching tuba.

Question 9

What if I am flying to camp? Are shuttles provided?

Accepted Answer

The Crossmen will typically provide ground transportation to and from the closest airport to the camp housing site for weekend camps

Question 10

What if I have more questions?

Accepted Answer

Please email info@crossmen.org.

Join your life-long Friends

2027 Crossmen!

Step 1: When you register you will recieve your 2027 Audition packet which contains everything you need to know to start preparing for your audition or attend an eXperience Camp

2027 eXperience Camps

Nov 14th: Houston eXperience Camp

Sign up for our 2027 interest list.

When are Audition and eXperience Camps?

Am I eligible to march?

Can I audition for Drum Major?

Can I send in a video audition?

What if I march winter guard?

Does the corps provide housing or meals for members?

What if my school ends after spring training begins?

Do I need to bring an instrument?

What if I am flying to camp? Are shuttles provided?

What if I have more questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Join your life-long Friends

2027 Crossmen!

Step 1: When you register you will recieve your 2027 Audition packet which contains everything you need to know to start preparing for your audition or attend an eXperience Camp

2027 eXperience Camps

​Nov 14th: Houston eXperience Camp

Sign up for our 2027 interest list.

When are Audition and eXperience Camps?

Am I eligible to march?

Can I audition for Drum Major?

Can I send in a video audition?

What if I march winter guard?

Does the corps provide housing or meals for members?

What if my school ends after spring training begins?

Do I need to bring an instrument?

What if I am flying to camp? Are shuttles provided?

What if I have more questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Nov 14th: Houston eXperience Camp