Join us for an incredible 2024 season!

IMPACT Percussion is excited that you are considering auditioning for our 2024 ensemble. Our administrative, design, and educational teams are committed to creating a world-class experience for you. We can’t wait to get the season started!

Auditions for the 2024 season will be held over two days:

  • Sunday, October 8th
  • Sunday, October 22nd

Each audition will take place from 10 am – 6 pm in Kennewick, WA.

*The first rehearsal camp will be held November 4th & 5th

2024 Audition Links

Location & Time
Auditions will take place at the Kennewick Boys & Girls Club: 910 W. 7th Pl., Kennewick, WA 99336. Auditions will take place from 10 am – 6 pm on both days. We will take a lunch break from 1 – 2 pm (lunch will not be provided). In-person registration & check-in will begin at 9 am each Sunday.

Attendance
It is strongly recommended that prospective members attend both audition days. However, if you have a schedule conflict and cannot attend both days, you may still audition for a spot. Please be sure to communicate any schedule conflicts with our Ensemble Coordinator as early as possible so we are aware of your situation. Contact our Ensemble Coordinator

Audition Registration
Everyone planning to audition for IMPACT Percussion must register online so the instructional staff can be fully prepared to give you an outstanding audition experience. Prospective members who are unable to register online in advance may still register for auditions in-person. Audition registration will begin at 9 am each audition morning.

Audition Fee
The 2024 Audition Fee is $60, with a $10 Early Bird Discount through September 17th. This fee covers both audition days, and all members who audition will receive an exclusive IMPACT Percussion t-shirt. You can pay the audition fee online, or pay $60 in person the morning of your first audition day. If you choose to pay at the door, we will accept checks made out to “IMPACT Percussion”, or credit cards.

Audition Packets
Audition packets for the 2024 season are here and can download them for free! Please review and practice all exercises in your respective packet. Download the 2024 Battery Audition Packet / Download the 2024 Cymbal Audition Packet / Download the 2024 Front Ensemble Audition Packet

What To Bring To Auditions
Please bring your own sticks or mallets if possible. Those auditioning for the drum line should also bring a practice pad. Bring a water jug and wear clothes you can comfortably move around in, and wear athletic shoes. You will also need to bring a pencil, and a binder with sheet protectors for your music. There will be a one-hour lunch break during each audition day, and you will need to bring your own lunch or purchase lunch on your own during the break.

Video Audition
If you are unable to attend any of the audition days, but are still interested in auditioning for IMPACT Percussion, you may submit a video audition. To do this, please record a video of yourself playing the exercises in the packet at various tempos and also play any other material you feel is a good representation of your skills (a previous show excerpt, something you have written, etc.). Those auditioning for the battery should mark time. Upload that video to YouTube as unlisted, and send that link to our Ensemble Coordinator.

Flying to Pasco, WA
If you are planning to fly to the Tri-Cities to attend auditions, you can fly in to the Tri-Cities Airport (PSC). Please book your flights so you are able to be at the entirety of the audition you are attending. The Tri-Cities Airport is about a ten minute drive away from the Kennewick Boys & Girls Club. Once you book your flight, please send your itinerary to admin@impactpercussion.org.

FAQ:

I am not sure if I want to audition for the group, can I still attend the auditions to learn?

Yes! Our educational team strives to give everyone auditioning a great educational experience. Whether you make the ensemble or not, our goal is to help you become a better musician and performer.

Should I bring my own drum to auditions?

IMPACT Percussion will provide instruments for a full drum line and front ensemble. However, we typically see more people attend auditions than we have instruments for. If you have access to a snare, tenor, or bass drum, you are encouraged to bring it – though it is not necessary.

Will any housing be provided during auditions?

IMPACT Percussion does not provide any housing for potential members during auditions.

What is the schedule for the 2024 season?

Please visit our Online Calendar for the most up-to-date schedule. Our first rehearsal camp after auditions is the November 4th – 5th weekend (Saturday & Sunday only).

What is the member fee for the 2024 season?

The membership fee for the 2024 season is $1,900 if paid in full by December 31, 2023. Without the early bird discount, the 2024 membership fee is $2,100. Members who are unable to take advantage of the discount must pay the fee in 5 monthly installments: $420 each month from November 2023 to March 2024. *We understand this is an increase compared to the 2023 fee. The main reason for the increase is covering hotel costs in Dayton (which were covered by a very generous donor in 2023), coupled with an increase in facility rental costs and other programmatic expenses that have increased over the last couple years.

In general, the membership fee helps pay for costumes, props, staff, music, drill, equipment, instruments, rehearsal facilities, competition registration fees, and more to make sure we can give all members a world-class experience with IMPACT Percussion.

What is the age requirement to participate?

Anyone between the ages of 14 – 22 is eligible to audition and become a part of the ensemble. Per WGI rules, members cannot be over 22 years of age as of 12:01 am of April 1st of any given year. IMPACT Percussion will accept “rook-outs” for the 2024 season.

More general information can be found on our Join Page.