When are the Auditions for Civitas 2026?
The Auditions for Civitas Independent are on September 14th and September 29th, and callbacks are on October 12th, at Oakridge Middle School. We encourage you to attend all the audition dates, as it will give you the best opportunity to receive instructor feedback. This will provide you with a better chance of making the group.
What is the age limit?
Per WGI stipulations, performers shall not be over 22 as of 12:01 AM on April 1, 2026.
What should I do to prepare for the Audition?
1. You must fill out an audition form listing the instrument you are auditioning on.
2. There is a one-time fee of $75 to register.
3. You must purchase your audition packet download. There is a $25 fee for the audition packet.
4. If you want to be a part of Civitas, you must Practice, Practice, Practice!
Civitas is interested in talented performers with the right attitude and work ethic. The best steps you can take toward that are coming to auditions with a full command of the audition material and an open mind.
What WGI classification is Civitas competing in this season?
Civitas will compete in the Percussion Independent World class for the 2026 season.
Can I be in Civitas and school also?
Yes, you are encouraged to have a job or be in school while participating as a performer in Civitas. We will hold all rehearsals on the weekend. Rehearsals will start at 7:00 pm on Friday and will end on Sunday at 4.
How much does it cost?
There is a one-time audition fee of $75. Membership dues are $2,200, with the Visual Line set at $1,700. For those unable to pay in full, installment due dates are scheduled throughout the season. Fundraising opportunities will also be provided to help offset costs.
Civitas works hard to keep dues as low as possible by carefully managing expenses. Our instructional and support staff generously donate much of their time to make this activity affordable for all members.
Just so you know, all dues must be paid in full by the required deadlines. Failure to do so will result in dismissal from the ensemble.
NOTE: Fundraising opportunities may be provided throughout the season, and all members are expected to participate.
The membership tuition goes directly to supporting the ensemble and the members by allowing the purchase and payment of the equipment and services used throughout the season, including:
Instruments, sticks and mallets, uniforms, floors, props, etc.
Membership fees for CWEA and WGI
Entry fees to the shows
Travel expenses (charter bus, fuel, equipment trucks, hotel reservations, etc.)
What is the instrumentation for the 2026 season?
8-9 snare, 4-5 tenors, 5 bass drums, 5 cymbals, 6 marimbas, 5 vibes, 1 xylophone, 1 glockenspiel, Timpani, 1 bass guitar, 1 drum set, 4 rack players, 2 synths, 5-6 Visual Line
What other expenses do we have throughout the year?
Not included in the membership dues are expenses like a Civitas jacket (approx. $95).
Do you provide housing?
Civitas does NOT provide housing during the standard weekend camps. However, once the ensemble is set, Civitas will help make arrangements to try to ensure that all members have a place to stay for camp weekends. NOTE: We will provide housing for some out-of-town shows and WGI Finals.
What is the rehearsal and performance schedule for the season?
After auditions, there are rehearsals and/or performances every weekend for the duration of the season. This will be updated on the Schedule page once Contest Dates have been set.
Can I still teach a high school program?
We hope that performers from Civitas would have an interest in teaching high school groups in the area. Often, there are many opportunities. Becoming part of Civitas, you will realize that all members involved make many sacrifices. One is the sacrifice of time. Attendance at camps is mandatory. Even with teaching other groups, one must understand that you have committed to being a performer in Civitas. School-related activities that are a part of the grade, for class and family emergencies, have been excused in the past. Time management of your family, school, work, and social schedules needs to allow you to attend every rehearsal.