Auxiliary Auditions

2023 Sound of the South Dance Line Audition Instructions

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for the 2023 Sound of the South Dancers.
To audition for the Dance Line please complete the following steps:
      1) Complete the online audition form.
      2)Complete and submit Video following the guidelines below by 11:59pm on Sunday April 16, 2023.

You are welcome to audition for multiple sections. To do so, you must complete a separate audition packet (Form/video) for each section you wish to be considered for.

Please note that there is NO FEE to audition.

If you have any questions about the process of our program, contact auxiliary coordinator Ms. Jean Heasley at troyauxiliary@troy.edu.

2023 Video Audition Guidelines - Dance Line

Dance Basics

Attire for Dance Basics

Preferred: Black leotard, two-piece, or other black form-fitting black dance attire. Skin-toned tights optional, Jazz shoes (any color).

Acceptable: Dark colored leotard, two-piece, or other form-fitting dance attire. Sports Bra or Tank Top & Shorts). No leggings please.

Hair for Dance Basics

Full performance hair and make-up is required. We would like to see an example of  “game-day ready." Hair should be curled (either down, or half up - half down), or your version of performance ready. No ponytails. A shade of red lipstick that looks good on you is highly preferred.

Dance Basics

●  Splits (right and left) Please turn to the side (face toward the “end zone”) so that we can more easily observe body position. Entrance/exit of your choice.

●  Double Pirouette - 2 times (preferred side)

● Triple Pirouette - 2 times (preferred side)

●  Grand Jeté - (Left and Right)

●  Calypso - (Your choice of entrance/exit)

● Jazz Run 8-12cts - Please turn to the side (face toward the “end zone”) so that we can better observe body position.

Individual Routine

Attire for Individual Routine

Preferred: You may wear a dance uniform or costume if you wish. Otherwise- Black leotard, two-piece, or other black form-fitting black dance attire. Jazz shoes (any color).

Acceptable: Dark colored leotard, two-piece, or other form-fitting dance attire. (Sports Bra or Tank Top & Shorts).

Hair for Individual Routine

Full performance hair and make-up is required. We would like to see an example of “game-day ready." Hair should be curled (either down, or half up - half down), or your version of performance ready. No ponytails. A shade of red lipstick that looks good on you is highly preferred.

Routine Requirements 

Each candidate will need to prepare a solo routine not to exceed 2 minutes (90 second minimum). Your individual routine may contain the basics requirements, but should ultimately showcase your skills as a dancer and performer. Candidates may incorporate Poms in their routine, but pom time should not exceed one minute. You are not permitted to use props of any kind in your routine. This includes flags, streamers, knives, sabres, batons, rifles, hoops, etc. Take into consideration that your routine will be judged on technique and execution, transitions, difficulty, effective interpretation of the music selection, and overall performance and showmanship. Show the judges what you do best! Music should not contain any offensive language, demeaning themes, or contain suggestive lyrics.

Video Submission Guidelines

● Clearly state your name at the beginning of each section of the video. (the basics portion, and your solo)

● Be sure the perspective of your video is such that the judges can see everything you are doing.

● We must be able to hear the audio.

● You do not need to have an elaborate camera set up. A video taken on a standard smartphone is fine.

● Each section must be a full, one-time only, complete run-through. DO NOT EDIT the individual sections of your video. You may repeat an individual skill during the basics portion if necessary.

● Though not a requirement, it would be extremely helpful if you are able to add a title page to your video with your name and section. It is preferable that you submit one video that contains both the basics, and solo portions, though two separate video links will be accepted.

● Send an unlisted Youtube link of your video to Troyauxiliary@troy.edu (please make sure that it is not set to “private”) with your name and section in the subject heading.

● Submit video before 11:59pm on Sunday April 16, 2023. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you test your link with a friend or family member prior to submission.

Reminder

By submitting materials for audition you understand and acknowledge that the decisions of the judges are final, and will not be discussed.

2023 Sound of the South Majorette Audition Instructions

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for the 2023 South of the South Majorettes.
To audition for the majorettes please complete the following steps:
      1) Complete online audition form.
      2) Complete and submit Video following the guidelines below by 11:59pm on Sunday April 16, 2023.

You are welcome to audition for multiple sections. To do so, you must complete a separate audition packet (Form/video) for each section you wish to be considered for.

Please note that there is NO FEE to audition.

If you have any questions about the process of our program, contact auxiliary coordinator Ms. Jean Heasley at troyauxiliary@troy.edu.

2023 Video Audition Guidelines - Majorettes

Twirling Basics

Attire for Twirling Basics

Preferred: Black leotard, skin toned tights, dance/baton shoes (whichever you prefer).

Acceptable: Dark colored leotard. If you are unable to obtain a leotard, please choose form-fitting black dance/athletic attire. (Sports Bra or Tank Top & Shorts). No leggings please.

Hair for Twirling Basics

Full performance hair and make-up is required. We would like to see an example of “game-day ready”. Hair should be curled (either down or, half up - half down), or your version of performance ready. No ponytails. A shade of red lipstick that looks good on you is highly preferred.

Twirling Basics

●  Vertical 2-Turn (do 2)

● 2-Turn Back Catch

●  High Toss Bow

●  Toss Illusion (either regular, or reverse)

● Horizontal 2 turn

●  Splits (right and left) Please turn to the side (face toward the “end zone”) so that we can more easily observe body position. Entrance/exit of your choice.

●  Jazz Run 8-12cts - Please turn to the side (face toward the “end zone”) so that we can better observe body position.

●  Optional - 3 - Baton Juggling (must do at least 5 consecutively)

Individual Routine

Attire for Individual Routine

Preferred: One or two-piece twirling costume, skin toned tights, dance/baton shoes. No boots please.

Acceptable: Black/Dark leotard, skin toned tights. If you are unable to obtain a leotard, please choose form-fitting black dance/athletic attire. (Sports Bra or Tank Top & Shorts). No leggings please. 

Hair for Individual Routine

Full performance hair and make-up is required. We would like to see an example of “game-day ready”. Hair should be curled (either down, or half up - half down), or your version of performance ready. No ponytails. A shade of red lipstick that looks good on you is highly preferred.

Individual Routine

Each candidate will need to prepare a solo routine not to exceed 2 minutes in length. Please incorporate personal style as well as technical skills. The routine should include at least one minute of single baton twirling. Candidates are encouraged to incorporate footwork and dance movement into their routine while working with their respective equipment. Multiple baton work is encouraged though you are not permitted to use more than 3 batons, or batons connected to anything (i.e. flags, streamers, hoops, glow sticks, etc. ). Knives, sabres, fire batons, and other props are also not permitted. Take into consideration that your routine will be judged on technique and execution, difficulty, transitions, effective interpretation of the music selection, and overall performance and showmanship. Show the judges what you do best! Music should not contain any offensive language, demeaning themes, or contain suggestive lyrics.

Video Submission Guidelines

● Clearly state your name at the beginning of each section of the video. ( the basics portion, and your solo)

● Be sure the perspective of your video is such that the judges can see everything you are doing.

● We must be able to hear the audio.

● Give yourself plenty of room. You should follow your local guidelines and/or restrictions on social distancing if applicable.

● You do not need to have an elaborate camera set up. A video taken on a standard smartphone is fine.

● Each section must be a full, one-time only, complete run-through. DO NOT EDIT the individual sections of your video. You may repeat an individual skill during the basics portion if necessary.

● Though not a requirement, it would be extremely helpful if you are able to add a title page to your video with your name and section. It is preferable that you submit one video that contains both the basics, and solo portions, though two separate video links will be accepted.

● Send an unlisted Youtube link of your video to troyauxiliary@troy.edu (please make sure that it is not set to “private”) with your name and section in the subject heading.

● Submit video before 11:59pm on Sunday April 16, 2023.

It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you test your link with a friend or family member prior to submission.

Reminder

By submitting materials for audition you understand and acknowledge that the decisions of the judges are final, and will not be discussed.