Schedule

​Rehearsal Dates:

July
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​24th - Rehearsal
​31st - Rehearsal
​Rehearsal Information:

Rehearsal will begin at 1:00PM and end by 5:00pm. Food may be provided but we strongly encourage you to pack your own lunch.

Horn players will need to bring a mouthpiece and a horn if possible. We will have horns but if you have access to one, please bring it. Percussion members will be provided with drums. Color guard members should bring any equipment that you are skilled with (flag, rifle, sabre, etc.).
​​​Performance Dates:

​August
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2nd - Summer Music Games of SWVA
​​​Performance Information:

​The Thunderbolts perform in events such as parades, sporting events, DCI-affiliated events. The Summer Music Games of SWVA is the only drum corps event in Virginia and serves as our final performance of the season.

MATERIALS

These materials are used only to assess your skills and abilities. It does not determine your acceptance into the corps. Please view the document links below for your instrument.

FAQ's

WHY SHOULD I JOIN?
Our program is perfect for beginners, age-outs, working adults, and college students who want to continue performing.

HOW LONG IS THE SEASON?
Our season typically runs from April to August. This allows members to participate in other performing ensembles.

WHEN AND WHERE ARE CAMPS?
Our rehearsals are held on Sundays from 1:00PM to 5:00PM at locations within or around Roanoke, VA.

WHAT IS THE AUDITION PROCESS?
Auditions are considered open and are used only as a tool to assess your skills and abilities.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO PARTICIPATE?
A $100 non-refundable deposit secures your spot in the corps. The total balance remaining will be $150.

WHEN ARE PAYMENTS DUE?
After we receive your deposit, the remaining balance will split into equal payments during the season.

ARE HOUSING AND MEALS PROVIDED?
Housing is not provided due to insurance. Food may be provided but we strongly encourage members to pack a lunch.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO REHEARSALS?
Athletic clothing, instrument (owned or loaned) and accessories, music, water jug, packed lunch, and a music stand.

Policies

Policies provide guidance, consistency, accountability, efficiency, and clarity on how an organization operates. This offers members of the guidelines and principles to follow and achieve objectives.  Established policies and procedures ensure that our organization’s processes do not deviate or deteriorate over time. This helps to keep everyone “on the same page” when it comes to expectations. When everyone is 100% clear about what needs to be done, how it needs to be done and who’s responsible for doing it, it leads to smooth operations.