DRUMLINE

GUIDELINES

Please note the following:

1. Each group will have a scheduled prep time

2. Each Elementary or Middle School will have 6-8 minutes

3. Each High School will have 8-10 minutes

4. Groups are asked to check-in no later than 12:00 noon with their sponsor

5. All groups will be judged and awarded with their own grade level and

   overall winner will be selected from all groups performing

6. In the event of a tie, groups must be prepared to perform two (2) cadences

to determine winner.

7. Performing Slots are Limited

COMPETITION RULES

1. NO BATTLING

2. No extra enhancements to your show including but not limited to lights, fog or power

3. No throwing candy or any other objects to the audience

4. No vulgar dancing

5. All participants must be in uniform

6. Any pit ensemble must be brought from your own school

7. There will be food, snacks and drinks available for purchase. However, NO food will be allowed in the GYM for ANY reason

8. In case of a tie each school involved will perform two cadences to determine the final winner

9. ALL payments made to Drum Master Studios Dallas are final and non-refundable

10. ALL SCHOOL SPONSORS MUST MAINTAIN THE DISCIPLINE OF THEIR GROUPS

11. No Drum Majors or Tuba Section are allowed just percussion section only

Director’s Information

1. All teams will be escorted to a designated area. The Drum Master Studio Staff will be your guides if you need any help (we will try to assign each school a member of the staff to help you in any way needed).

2. Before performing, each drumline will have their pictures taken near the common area. Purchase of a photo is optional for each group. The pictures will be $20.00

3. Drum sections will then be moved to Gym for final rehearsal before performing.

4. After performing, each school will be escorted back to the common area near the GYM to store their instruments/equipment. There will be visible staff. Drumlines will then enter the Gym and enjoy the rest of the show.

5. Directors please be prepared to be interviewed on camera for “behind the scenes’ footage for the Battle of the Beats DVD

Tickets will be sold at the door and via Eventbrite for general admission