Audition

Be a Scout

Step 1
Thinking about joining?
Step 2
Ready to audition? Purchase your materials & camp experience at ScoutsProShop.com, and complete our Audition Form (Step Two).
Step 3
Commit to attending camp or submitting a video screening. Read more about the process below.

2027 Auditions

Welcome to the Madison Scouts audition webpage! We’re thrilled that you’re interested in joining the drum corps. Backed by over 88 years of entertainment history, the Madison Scouts live by the tagline ‘Loud, Proud, and Pleasing the Crowd.’ As we embark on the upcoming season, the corps is actively seeking the best and brightest performers to bring the production to life.

Auditions materials/camp experiences are not yet on sale -- keep an eye on our social media for announcements about these products.

The Process

Option 1 - Attend a Live Camp - earn your position by performing for our instructors in person. This audition pathway is strongly encouraged and preferred. Camp dates and locations are listed at the bottom of this page.

Option 2 - Submit a Video Screening - This option is only available to those who truly cannot attend camp. It is strongly encouraged to participate in a live experience. Instructions on what to prepare and deadlines are located in your section's audition packet (purchased at scoutsproshop.com). Videos are typically due on the 1st of each month ahead of a live camp. (Drum majors must submit a video screening by Dec. 1 - included in packet purchase)

Production Camps

In January, we begin production camps where the primary focus is teaching section fundamentals and developing show material for the upcoming season. Madison Scouts are expected to attend all production camps (see camp details for information on which camps are required for various sections and where they’re hosted). Travel guidance and information is delivered upon registering.

Auditions may occur at production camps to fill any final positions.

Preperation

Upon registering for your audition, you’ll be invited to join the corps’ official communication platform where you’ll be able to directly communicate with Madison Scouts staff and veteran members as you prepare for your audition. These personnel are here to support you in your audition process. While drum corps auditions can be intimidating, you’ll quickly find that our staff and veteran members are here to support you in your journey to excellence.

Camp Season

2027

One-Day Satellite Camps

Spend a day with the Madison Scouts - you can attend on an experience-only basis, or to audition. Participants can earn a callback to the full corps audition camp in December at one of these events. Attending a one-day camp takes the place of a video screening.

It is preferred that you participate in one of these events prior to December Camp full corps, but not required.

*Cymbal/Drum Major performers -- your first audition will take place at the Dec. full corps camp

November 21, 2026

Location: Dayton, OH - TBD
All Sections

November 21, 2026

Location: Union, NJ - TBD
Brass & Guard

November 28, 2026

Location: Marietta, GA - Pope HS
Brass & Percussion (no cyms)

November 29, 2026

Location: DFW, TX - TBD

November 2026 - Tentative

Location: Western Michigan University

Full Corps Weekend Audition Camp

Performers who earn a callback at a November satellite camp or via video screening are required to attend the December camp to continue their audition process. (Those who enroll after the one-day camp dates can audition for the first time at December Camp)

December 18 - 20, 2026

Location: Milwaukee, WI - Greenfield HS
Full Corps

Production Camps

Madison Scouts are required to attend the following production camps. Auditions will continue as necessary throughout production camps.

January 15 - 17, 2027

Location: Milwaukee, WI - Greenfield HS
Percussion/Brass

February 12 - 14, 2027

Location: Milwaukee, WI - Greenfield MS
Brass

April 23 - 25, 2027

Location: Milwaukee, WI - TBD
Full Corps
For further information contact:
David Lofy
Corps Director

The Midwest Combine Experience Camp

The Midwest Combine Experience Camp is designed to give aspiring drum corps members an easy, no-pressure way to learn about the drum & bugle corps activity.
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