PACKING GUIDE for DCI audition camps!

[@davvidroip]

The cat was the best part of the video. He obviously loves you, and is a very happy kitty! I hope he doesn't get too lonely for you over the summer!

[@GraphicEncounter]

I don't know how but I could just tell you were a mellophone the moment the video started lol. Thanks for the helpful advice!

[@abigailcreed]

the cat is literally sooooo cute!

[@gaiagirlx]

As soon as I opened this video I knew you were a fellow mello player XD I'm auditioning for my rookie season real soon and this was really helpful.

[@ultimatu2130]

I'm auditioning for Spartans this year, it's my first year marching, and this was wicked helpful! I kinda guessed and hoped when packing for the first experience camp and had to borrow a fair amount of stuff from the other tuba players because I had no idea what I needed and of course grabbed the things I never ended up needing

[@christinasieger5940]

[MMAD] [KMS3] ultimatu glad this was helpful, good luck with your upcoming camps!

[@ultimatu2130]

Nate Cormier I'm in the tuba line

[@ultimatu2130]

Nate Cormier what do you play?

[@christinasieger5940]

Nate Cormier ooh kill ‘em mellos 🤙🏼

[@PotatoTheViking]

I took an air mattress with me my rookie season. It lasted all of spring training but as soon as we hit tour it died. Ended up sleeping on the floor for a solid week and a half before I could get a pad

[@decafrutbeer908]

Great vid, this was super helpful!

[@christinasieger5940]

The Snare Drummer I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@cameronwilliams6311]

I watched this video last year when I was dreaming of doing drum corps and I am audition for jersey surf this year so hopefully I will be needing this video

[@Hayungstrumpet]

I'm actually going to the December camp for surf. But I'll keep this video in mind when I'm packing!

[@lindsaymcd5648]

I’m going to the April Jersey Surf weekend!!

[@christinasieger5940]

Lindsay McD awesome, have fun!

[@Chicken_Wang1]

Auditioning for spirit of Atlanta tomorrow so wish me luck everyone😭

[@RedLittleDevil]

How’d it go? I’m a little late on it lol

[@Chicken_Wang1]

@@RedLittleDevil I fell just barely short of a contract but I did get a callback for January🥳 tons of fun tho

[@RedLittleDevil]

@@Chicken_Wang1 that’s awesome! Nice work!

[@windlesstar103]

What did you audition for? I’m thinking of doing spirit of Atlanta this year

[@Isopropyl_Alcohol]

"Don't forget to bring your instrument" Me from across the globe: *sweating intensifies*

[@TheShooterMonkey]

Didn't I see you at Bluecoats auditions in Nov/Jan?

[@christinasieger5940]

Yep :) and you’ll see me with them this summer too!

[@TheShooterMonkey]

Christina Sieger see you in March 🤙🏻 😁

[@christinasieger5940]

ImThatGuy wait I never figured out who you were???

[@spamaccount1513]

Are you marching this year? I didn't see you in a bluecoats mello section picture

[@christinasieger5940]

Yes, but I’m not in the mello section this year! I’m on the conducting team :)

[@smartaIec]

Oh hey hi I saw you in Canton

[@tristenlively89]

Oooo. Let’s do a joint vlog of Carnegie.

[@lydiabrubaker2707]

I love your cat

[@Bobobo-bo-bo-bobobo]

I’m auditioning for the Blue Devils next year. Haven’t decided what because I can play mellophone, trumpet, snare, and tenors really well.

[@christinasieger5940]

Gavin Blackshear definitely choose which one your best at, and focus your energy to getting even better!

[@billduncan8788]

I would suggest you stick to the brass as their snare and quad lines will attract many more persons for very few spots.The moment you tell yourself you are that good on all those instruments ,there will be someone or someones that will cut you down to size.Be careful on what you say, you are still too young to give yourself all of this self adulation.Go to the Devils and they will prove me right!

[@davvidroip]

@@billduncan8788: Don't rain on his parade. Going in with confidence will make the process easier because he won't go in worrying if he's good enough to even be there at all. Having confidence brings out the best audition, as opposed to being so nervous it affects your performance. And while confidence is one thing, arrogance is another. He'll learn soon enough just how good he is or isn't. One thing that always stuck with me over my entire drum corps odyssey was when I was told, "You are always going to be better than some, and there are always going to be some who are better than you".

[@jameschristaldi4021]

How big is the duffel bag?

[@samanthamack2415]

Were you on Surf last year and if so did you stop at Seneca High School?

[@christinasieger5940]

Samantha Mack not sure, where’s that? 🤔

[@1certain]

What kind of gallon jug is that? I see a lot of corps using this style of drinking jug but i cant find it :(

[@christinasieger5940]

Ian Park Coleman!

[@emmablevins4688]

they them at Dick’s!

[@rachelguzzo1602]

How was Jersey Surf? I’m planning to march there my junior year. What should I expect and how was auditions?

[@christinasieger5940]

Not Mr T Surf is awesome! I had so much fun there my rookie year. Expect to have fun and work hard! If you have any specific questions about auditions, feel free to send me a DM on Instagram :)

[@liamlandis9193]

ReallyEpic I just got a contract at surf last weekend and it was the greatest experience of my life. For sure audition when you can!

[@bleachlovercv]

I’m not sure if your still active on KZbin but I had a question because I’m attending an overnight camp for the first time. My question was when you mean air mattress the one I got has it’s own pump and can be inflated we can use those or does it have to be uninflated I know it might depend on the corps but was curious?

[@christinasieger5940]

bleachlovercv not entirely sure what you mean, but most people bring and air mattress and a pump but mattresses with built in pumps work well too! Hope this answers your question!

[@cryptikallz8206]

Erm what instrument do you play ?

[@christinasieger5940]

Flame _101 mellophone :)

[@cryptikallz8206]

Oh lol

[@haleysvec2608]

I want to join DCI, but I'm not sure if I should. I'm going into sophomore year in highschool and I just started playing mello because my primary is flute. Would I be good enough?

[@christinasieger5940]

Haley Svec Hi Haley! Joining DCI is absolutely achievable for a flute player! I started mello when I was going into my sophomore year as well, and marched with Surf the next summer. The year after that I went on to march Bluecoats. It’s totally doable, it just takes hard work and commitment to your goals. Feel free to DM me on Instagram, and we can chat more!

[@haleysvec2608]

@@christinasieger5940 Okay thank you! This helps alot.

[@jessechavez2894]

Anyone have tips for me? I’m trying out for Louisiana stars and bluecoats on my trumpet

[@baydenwells]

I marched Louisiana Stars for the 2016 and 2017 seasons and I'd love to help you out! Contact me on Instagram @bayden_wells

[@jessechavez2894]

bayden wells awesome I will do that

[@tristenlively89]

LITTTTT

[@kaitlynsmith1779]

I have so many questions about dci but I have nobody to ask. I wanna audition for 7th Regiment or Raiders.

[@christinasieger5940]

Kaitlyn Smith DM me on Instagram and I can answer any questions you have!

[@gavinreed7214]

What are the Blue Devils age requirement. I am 13 and I want to audition in a few years. The sooner the better

[@christinasieger5940]

MusicLover 915 I don’t think there is a set minimum age for DCI, but many top corps will not contract younger than 16. That shouldn’t stop you from auditioning though! Staff love to see returning auditionees, it shows that you’re committed and willing to work hard. In the mean time, it’s a good idea to audition for other corps, perhaps open class or DCA. The experience you get marching a summer with any corps is priceless. You’ll have a great time, as well as learn valuable skills for future auditions. What part of the country are you in? I could reccomend a couple of corps for you to look into?

[@phenylmusic]

blue devils c is for people 9-14 i think

[@Rake.Kennauf]

Ik this is three years later but I wish you the best of luck on your audition when you do, especially since you’re old enough now

[@braden755]

Wait dont they have instruments for you there during camps?

[@christinasieger5940]

Depends on the corps. At most corps, especially at early season camps, there will be many more people auditioning than there are horns. If you have access to a horn of your own or one from your school, you should definitely bring it.

[@braden755]

@@christinasieger5940 alright thank you for the info!

[@xijinping3331]

"low-key injured, but it's fine"

[@robbierichmond5947]

can highschool students audition for dci?

[@christinasieger5940]

Classcal3 MKWII yes! I auditioned as a Sophomore then marched Surf, then after my junior year I marched Bluecoats.