2025 Columbus Saints Drum & Bugle Corps
Ignite your passion. Challenge your limits. Create unforgettable moments.
The Columbus Saints are an inclusive, low cost, weekend-only competitive drum and bugle corps open to all ages. The Saints compete in DCI All-Age, complete a regional tour, ending at Lucas Oil Stadium at DCI World Championships. Since 2003, we’ve cultivated a vibrant community of musicians dedicated to crafting highly entertaining and fun performances.
Our goal is to field a corps of 65 members, allowing us to compete in the prestigious All-Age Open Class division of DCI. We’re committed to accessibility, performance excellence, and using music to break down social barriers. We share the joy of marching music with audiences everywhere.
The Saints welcome musicians of all ages and skill levels, from eager beginners to seasoned pros. Whether you’re 12 or 55, you belong here. Join our low-cost marching arts community and develop your skills while experiencing the thrill of competitive drum corps. You Can Do This!
2025 Open House Auditions
January 4th, and 18th – 9AM-630PM, Columbus, OH
Audition Packets will be released in late November.
How To Join
Student Scholarships (Coming Soon)
Membership FAQ
Corps Staff (2025 Coming Soon)
Take The Field
For membership within the Saints, you must complete the interest form, attend an upcoming open house and rehearsal, and find your placement with the corps. No age limit, just bring the passion and dedication to excel! Beginners, high schoolers, even drum corps or band veterans – all welcome to find their place in the corps.
We have three main sections: brass, percussion, and color guard, each further divided for specialization. With drum majors, our membership goal for 2025 the is 46 performers ensuring an friendly, focused experience.
For 2025, the cost is $700 and we offer payment plans, opportunities to volunteer in-kind, needs based scholarships and more. Cost shouldn’t be the obstacle to marching; let’s work to get you on the field.
2025 Interest Form
Live, Laugh, Drum Corps…On The Weekends
The Saints are entering their sixth season competing in Drum Corps International All-Age Class, while also performing at parades, band festivals, corporate events, etc. About 12-14 total events each year on the weekends (mostly Sat & Sundays, select Fridays), with select summer performances taking place on a weekday evening.
The majority of competitions are in Ohio, culminating in Indianapolis, IN at Drum Corps International World Championships the 2nd weekend (Fri-Sun) of August.
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I love the family atmosphere. Each year you get a new brother/sister while still keeping in touch with old members. It is something to do in the summer. You get to experience new places with new people. I am mostly just happy to continue my love for playing music, and what’s better than doing with people you love.
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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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…if you miss something the first time, you just keep pushing towards making it great.
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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.”
Educators That Are In 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!
March Drum Corps. Earn College Scholarships
Successful completion of a competitive season with the Columbus Saints waives audition requirements for the Wilberforce University Marching Band and pre-qualifies students for WU band scholarships up to $10,000 a year.
Saints Member Justin DeWitt attended Wilberforce University using this benefit, with no student loans, while performing as a member of the marching band, and pursuing a Bachelor’s Of Music.
Let’s Get It Started
We’re excited to welcome you into our community of friends, family, and supporters.
Now recruiting for our 22nd year! Brass, drumline, front ensemble, and color guard – all skill levels welcome!
Email lcarlton@columbussaints.org or call us at 614-285-6077 to learn more!