Spirit of Atlanta will have an information booth at the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) Annual Conference in Savannah, GA January 26-28. Please stop by to catch up on the latest Spirit news, watch videos of Spirit through the ages, and socialize with members, staff, and alumni.
 

The exhibition hall is open to registered GMEA participants:

• Thursday   2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
• Friday       9:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Saturady   8:30 am - 11:30 am

We hope to see you in Savannah!

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The next rehearsal and callback camp for brass and percussion will be January 13 - 15 at Ola High School. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m., with a full corps meeting at 8:00. There will be an information meeting for parents Sunday morning at 11:00 before the corps performance at 12:00. Remember to bring the required membership documents and a large can of your favorite Gatorade for our "Drinkin' Drive."

   Ola High School 
   357 North Ola Rd. 
   McDonough, GA 30252

   map it (see special instructions in "read more..." below if traveling via I-75)

Applications are still being considered for brass, percussion, and guard. Visit the Audition Section now to apply or you can register when you arrive at camp. Remember to bring a copy of your payment receipt in case it hasn't cleared our payment center by Friday night. Video auditions for membership in the color guard will be accepted between now and May, with a second live audition May 4 - 6. Please contact Guard Caption Head Jude Boughton via the Contact Page for more information.

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Spirit of Atltanta is gearing up for its 2012 Season! For information on how to be a part of this World Finalist group, click Membership in the Menu above!

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The Spirit of Atlanta 2012 Audition Camp held this past weekend at New Manchester High School was a huge success. The number of people auditioning for the corps more than doubled since last year, with the biggest areas of growth being in the brass and color guard. A demanding rehearsal schedule concluded with all sections performing before a huge audience of alumni, parents, and fans Sunday afternoon. Each section proudly demonstrated the poise, strength, and passion expected of Spirit and its members. The audience was brought to tears with stirring performances of Tara’s Theme, Salvation is Created and Georgia by the massive horn line.

SOA would like to thank the administration of NMHS and director Damien Gaiters for being such gracious and accommodating hosts. A very special thanks also goes out to the 25+ volunteers who showed up to help drive airport shuttles, prepare food, and register the army of young men and women who auditioned.

There are still performance positions available in the corps, and it’s not too late to submit an application for SOA 2012 (register now). Auditions for brass, percussion, and conductors will continue at the Callback Camp, January 13 – 15. Anyone interested in auditioning for color guard needs to contact Color Caption Head Jude Boughton and submit a video for consideration to attend the final rehearsal camp May 4 – 6.  Register today!

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Want to be a part of Spirit of Atlanta? The Atlanta Audition Camp is right around the corner - Register now!

Atlanta Audition Camp Information

When: Dec. 9 - 11 (8:00 PM Friday to 2:00 PM Sunday)
Where: New Manchester High School, 4925 Hwy. 92/166,  Douglasville, GA 30135 (map it)
            *use street number 4856 and zip code 30135 if using Google Maps for better accuracy
Cost: $75.00 camp fee plus $10 audition packet download fee and $75 or $50 registration fee
Shuttle service to/from the airport or bus station is available for this event

• Individual auditions for brass, percussion, guard, and conductor will be held at this event.
• The corps will stay overnight at the school and all meals will be provided
• Advancing brass and percussion members will be asked to attend subsequent rehearsal camps starting in January; advancing guard members will be asked to attend the May 4 - 6 rehearsal camp. Register now!

 

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Color Guard Caption Head Jude Boughton and his wonderful team of designers and instructors are returning for their third season at Spirit of Atlanta. Assistant Caption Head Scott Beck and Lead Instructor Erin Leifer are also returning this year and rounding out the guard design team are Choreographers Ryan Valencia, Chavis Cook, and Pepe Ochoa. SOA is excited to welcome Rob Jett to the staff this year as a Color Guard Consultant. 

Also returning to the instructional staff this year are Josh Guyatt, Justin Sullivan, Will Callaway, and A. J. DeFrancesco. We are proud to welcome Geoffrey Sperling, Keegan Sullivan, and Jaime Piechocki to the Sprit of Atlanta family. “Jude and his team have incredible vision for our guard program and have proven themselves as valuable assets to our staff. We are extremely excited to see what they will bring to the field this year.” (Dr. Mark Waymire, Director of Education and Programming)

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Interested in joining Spirit of Atlanta for the 2012 Season? Check out one of these audition events coming soon!

Audition Information Clinic
Sunday, Nov. 20, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Ola High School - 357 North Ola Road, McDonough, GA 30252 (map it)
Admission included with one-time $10 audition packet download fee and $75 registration fee
Shuttle service to/from the airport will not be provided for this event

• The purpose of this clinic is to meet our staff, help you prepare musically and visually for your audition, and answer any questions you may have about drum corps and SOA. No auditions will take place at this event, but we highly recommend you take advantage of this low cost and stress free environment to learn our techniques, understand our performance expectations, and receive expert training for the Atlanta Audition Camp Dec. 9 - 11. Register now!

Texas Audition
Sunday, Nov. 20, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Lake Travis High School, 3324 Ranch Road 620 South, Austin, TX 78738 (map it)
Admission included with one-time $10 audition packet download fee and $75 or $50 registration fee
Shuttle service to/from the airport will not be provided for this event 

• Individual auditions for brass, percussion, and guard will be held at this event (conductors must attend the Atlanta Audition Camp Dec. 9 - 11). Advancing brass and percussion members will be asked to attend the Jan. 13 - 15 rehearsal camp (and subsequent camps) in Atlanta; advancing guard members will be asked to attend the May 4 - 6 rehearsal camp in Atlanta. Anyone interested in auditioning for the corps must attend this event or the Atlanta Audition Camp Dec. 9 - 11. Register now!

Atlanta Audition Camp
Dec. 9 - 11 (8:00 PM Friday to 2:00 PM Sunday)
New Manchester High School, 4925 Hwy. 92/166,  Douglasville, GA 30135 (map it)
$75.00 camp fee plus $10 audition packet download fee and $75 or $50 registration fee
Shuttle service to/from the airport or bus station is available for this event 

• Individual auditions for all sections will be held at this event. Advancing brass and percussion members will be asked to attend subsequent rehearsal camps; advancing guard members will be asked to attend the May 4 - 6 rehearsal camp. Anyone interested in auditioning for the corps must attend this event or the Texas Audition Nov. 20. Register now!

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Join Spirit of Atlanta alumni, members, staff, fans and friends on Sunday, October 23 for the 2012 Season Kickoff Party. This is a great opportunity for Spirit supporters to reconnect, share stories, meet current members and staff and find out more about our recruiting, volunteering and fundraising efforts. Food and beverages will be served, prizes will be given away, and be the first to learn about the 2012 Show! Come join the fun and get excited about SOA 2012!

Where:
5 Season Brewery at the Prado
5600 Roswell Rd.
Sandy Springs, GA 30342
(404) 255-5911
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When:
Sunday, Oct. 23rd
5:00 to 7:00 PM

Cost:
$20 donation at the door includes:
hors d’oeuvres, one drink ticket, and a chance to win some great Spirit Swag

RSVP through Facebook

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Spirit of Atlanta is proud to announce the 2012 Visual Staff! Jeremy Hunt is returning for a third season as Drill Designer and will also be serving a more active role in the visual program as the Visual Education Supervisor. Visual Caption Head Dan Adams returns to SOA after previously teaching Spirit in 2010 and most recently The Academy in 2011.

Also returning this year are visual consultants Chris Williams, Bob Smith and instructor Chris LaPointe. New additions the visual staff this year include veteran teachers Mike Zerbini, Mikey Cowan, and Mark Irons.

"Much like the rest of our talented SOA 2012 team, it is great to have two leaders who are returning to further develop our identity and what we offer our members and fans. Jeremy's contributions as drill designer have much to do with our recent successes and we are excited for what he brings to 2012. We are so pleased to have Dan Adams with us again. His off-season planning and enthusiasm are inspiring, adding to an already strong synergy among our team." (Dr. Mark Waymire, Director of Education and Programming)

 

 

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Spirit of Atltanta is gearing up for its 2012 Season! For information on how to be a part of this World Finalist group, click Membership in the Menu above!

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