Join The 2022 Saints
We are Central Ohio’s Drum & Bugle Corps, competing in DCA Class A & DCI All-Age with a weekend only schedule, low cost, regional competitions including World Championships!
Whether you’re a recent graduate or age-out looking to continue performing and make music friends, or a student building skills for World Class you belong at the Columbus Saints.
We utilize music to help change lives, bring people together, and strengthen our community with the marching arts.
Next Camp:
- Friday May 20th 630-10PM
- Location: St Luke’s Methodist (Google Maps)
- Note: We do not provide lunch for camps. We can connect you with host families for lodging.
Current Openings
- Drumline: 1 Snare, 1 Tenor, 1 Bass Drum
- Brass: 2 Trumpets, 2 Mellos, 2 Baritones, 1 Tuba
- Front: Piano or Keytar, Vibes 2, Malletstation, Aux Rack (Electronic)
- Guard: 2 Beginner-Intermediate Flag, 2 Intermediate-Advanced Flag/Rifle
Take The Field
For membership within the Saints, you must sign-up, and attend a rehearsal to meet the corps, check out the program and find your placement with the corps.
We are seeking experienced performers for all sections, with at least 2 season of HS marching band, 1 season of college marching band, drum corps or indoor.
To be a Saint you must be willing to stand tall and firm at all times!
Learn, Travel, Compete
The Saints compete in both Drum Corps International and Drum Corps Associates , and perform at community events throughout the season, performing about 12 times each year.
Our rehearsals, competitions and performances are scheduled with working members and families in mind. You can experience drum corps on the weekends (Fri-Sun), with select summer performances taking place on a weekday.
The majority of events are in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Indiana, culminating in Rochester, NY at Drum Corps Associates World Championships over Labor Day weekend.
Educators That Reflect Our Communities
Our staff members bring together global experience as educators, performers, and more.
From local band directors, HBCU Band alumni, DCI World, US Military Band veterans, and more; our staff are able to specialize member education all season to help you reach the highest level!
Let’s Get It Started
We’re excited to welcome you into our community of friends, family, and supporters.
Now recruiting for 2022! Brass, drumline, front ensemble, and color guard – all skill levels welcome!
Email lcarlton@columbussaints.org or call us at 614-697-4413 to learn more!
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…since my grandson has joined the Saints, it’s helped him focus, do better in school, and has exposed him to opportunities for travel, performance and education he never had before.
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After completing my undergrad, I realized I missed the marching band; the camaraderie and joy of performing. I’ve found both with the Saints, and I’m excited to be part of the family.
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“I founded the Saints because I wanted the youth in the community to be able to experience the joy of performing as I did when I marched drum corps.”
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…if you miss something the first time, you just keep pushing towards making it great.
