2021 DCI Performers Showcase Rules Manual

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL® PERFORMERS SHOWCASE Individual & Ensemble Rules Manual © 2021 Drum Corps International 2495 Directors Row, Suite I Indianapolis, IN 46241 All rights reserved. Any use or reproduction of this document or any part of the intellectual property herewith, in any form for any reason other than those sponsored or sanctioned by Drum Corps International® without written consent of Drum Corps International® is strictly prohibited.

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL® CONTEST RULES & REGULATIONS Mission Statement The mission of Drum Corps International is to bring the life-enriching benefits and enjoyment of marching music performing arts to more people worldwide. We do this by creating a stage for participating organizations to engage in education, competition, entertainment, and the promotion of individual growth. Vision Statement A world in which the positive life-transforming personal and societal benefits of marching music performing arts are widely recognized and enjoyed. Introduction The DCI Performers Showcase is designed to maintain the continuity of the DCI Individual & Ensemble competition that has been a part of the DCI World Championships since 1974. This online event format is intended to offer an opportunity for eligible performers across the globe to showcase their talents while supporting the relevance of the DCI brand as a top tier music performance activity. This manual is designated by the Drum Corps International Member Organizations as its official instructions, definitions and interpretations and aligns with all events operated and governed by DCI. The documents contained herein have been prepared and published for a better understanding among judges and participants Should further clarification be necessary, please write or call, Drum Corps International 2495 Directors Row, Suite I Indianapolis, IN 46241 317.275.1212 [email protected] for interpretation as to the intent of any rule or regulation contained herein.

DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL® PERFORMERS SHOWCASE INDIVIDUAL AND ENSEMBLE CONTEST RULES FOR VIDEO SUBMISSIONS 1. ELIGIBILITY 1.1. Individual and Ensemble Contestants shall be permitted to compete in one of two classifications: 1.1.1. Under 22 years or any contestant who turns 22 years of age on or after June 1st of the current year. 1.1.2. Over 22 or any contestant who does not qualify for the Under 22 eligibility. 1.2. Ensembles will be classified based on the oldest performer. 1.3. All individual and ensemble contestants are eligible to compete regardless of affiliation. 1.4. An official entry form (registration must be submitted for each individual or ensemble entrant. In adherence to the DCI Code of Conduct. Falsification of registration information will result in disqualification. 1.5. Any changes, substitutions, or additions to an entry must be accurate prior to video submission and reflect the information previously given in registration i.e. information provided on registration and video must be identical. 1.6. All video performances must remain unlisted and unpublished until after announcement of results. 1.7. All solo and ensemble video submissions must be recorded using a single camera and be unedited performances. (See exceptions below.) 1.8. All video submissions need to have been recorded during the current calendar year. For 2021, all entries must have been recorded after January 1, 2021.

2. CATEGORIES 2.1. Individual submissions will be adjudicated in: ■ Brass ■ Percussion ■ String ■ Visual ■ Vocal ■ Woodwind 2.1.1. Individual Brass categories are: ■ Trumpet (Piccolo Trumpet, Flugelhorn) ■ Mellophone ■ French Horn ■ Baritone (Euphonium) ■ Trombone ■ Tuba ■ World Brass Instruments – any “non-Western” instruments 2.1.2. Individual Percussion categories are: ■ Snare Drum ■ Multiple Tenor Drum ■ Percussion Keyboard (mallet instruments, piano) ■ Timpani ■ Multiple Percussion (any number of percussion instruments played by a solo performer including drum set) ■ World Percussion Instruments – any “non-Western” instruments 2.1.2.1. A performer entered in any of the Individual Percussion categories, with the exception of the Multiple Percussion category, may only perform on the one (1) percussion instrument that is specified in the category title. A group of tenor drums fastened to one (1) holding apparatus or a set of Timpani are considered one (1) percussion instrument. 2.1.3. Individual String categories are: ■ Violin ■ Viola ■ Cello ■ Bass ■ World String Instruments – any “non-Western” instruments 2.1.4. Individual Woodwind categories are: ■ Saxophone ■ Clarinet ■ Oboe & Bassoon (Double Reed) ■ Flute (Piccolos) ■ World Wind Instruments – any “non-Western” wind instruments

2.1.5. Individual Vocal category performances may be performed with pre- recorded musical or audible accompaniment without any other vocals on the track or accompanied by a solo instrument e.g. piano or string instrument. In both cases, the vocals must be clearly heard above the accompaniment. 2.1.6. Individual Visual categories are: ■ Flag ■ Auxiliary Equipment ■ Dance 2.1.6.1. Performers in the Flag categories may only utilize flags, although more than one (1) flag may be used. A flag is defined as any material attached to a pole, rod, or staff other than an authorized weapon and used as a flag, with a minimum size of 8\" x 12\". Flagpoles must be at least 24\" in length. Curved and straight poles are acceptable; however, complete circles, squares, etc., to which material is attached are not flags. 2.1.6.2. A performer entered in the Auxiliary Equipment categories may utilize one (1) or more pieces of any auxiliary equipment other than flags. This equipment may be used in any combination, such as two (2) rifles, a rifle and a saber, a streamer and a ball, two (2) fans, etc. A performer utilizing a flag and another piece of equipment, other than a flag, will be entered in the Auxiliary Equipment categories. 2.1.6.3. Visual contestants may perform with pre-recorded musical or audible accompaniment. 2.1.6.4. The performance area for Visual contestants shall be no larger than 20' x 20'. For video performances, scenery can be utilized. 2.2. Music Ensembles include: ■ Brass Ensemble ■ Percussion Ensemble ■ Bass Drum Ensemble ■ Cymbal Ensemble ■ Vocal Ensemble ■ Woodwind Ensemble ■ Mixed Ensemble 2.2.1. A minimum of two (2) and a maximum of eighteen (18) individuals may be utilized in each Ensemble except Mixed Ensembles. 2.2.2. A Mixed Ensemble is any combination of all eligible instrument categories and may consist of a minimum of four (4) individuals and a maximum of eighteen (18) individuals. 2.3. Visual Ensembles include: ■ Flag Ensemble

■ Auxiliary Ensemble ■ Dance Ensemble ■ Drill Team 2.3.1. A minimum of two (2) and a maximum of six (6) individuals may be utilized in any one (1) Visual Ensemble. 2.3.2. Performers in the Flag categories may only utilize flags, although more than one (1) flag may be used. A flag is defined as any material attached to a pole, rod, or staff other than an authorized weapon and used as a flag, with a minimum size of 8\" x 12\". Flagpoles must be at least 24\" in length. Curved and straight poles are acceptable; however, complete circles, squares, etc., to which material is attached are not flags. 2.3.3. Performers entered in the Auxiliary Equipment categories may utilize one (1) or more pieces of any auxiliary equipment other than flags. This equipment may be used in any combination, such as two (2) rifles, a rifle and a saber, a streamer and a ball, two (2) fans, etc. A performer utilizing a flag and another piece of equipment, other than a flag, will be entered in the Auxiliary Equipment categories. 2.3.4. Visual contestants may perform with pre-recorded musical or audible accompaniment. 2.3.5. The performance area for Visual contestants shall be no larger than 20' x 20'. For video performances, scenery can be utilized. 2.4. Electronic instrumentation currently used in field or indoor floor competitions are legal in the Percussion Ensemble and Mixed Ensemble categories only. This includes electronic keyboards, synthesizers, and other electronic instruments e.g. guitars, strings, etc. 2.4.1. Vibraphones are not considered electronic equipment and as such, can compete in individual percussion keyboard category. 2.5. Conductors for ensemble competitors are permitted, but will be counted as part of the ensemble complement. Ensembles under 21 are permitted One (1) over age Drum Major/Conductor.

3. COMPETITION STRUCTURE 3.1. The total time of the submitted video shall not be more than five (5) minutes. 3.2. Each video submission must have an introduction. The introduction can be audible or a video graphic no longer than 1 minute. It should include: ■ Name of each performer ■ Organization represented and/or hometown ■ Name of musical selection 3.3. Each entrant shall perform a piece that may not be less than 2:30 minutes nor more than 4:00 minutes. 3.4. Other than the optional introductory graphics, the video shall be a single unedited camera shot focused on the performer(s) i.e. \"real-time\" but simply recorded and not enhanced through mixing and editing. 3.5. Ensemble video production: 3.5.1. If the performers are able to assemble in a single location, ensemble performances may be recorded using a single camera shot. 3.5.2. If performers are unable to gather because of restrictions or geographic limitations, they instead should participate in the Virtual Ensemble Division. Multi camera performances submitted in the SoundSport Medalist Division will be disqualified.

4. JUDGING AND SCORE SHEETS 4.1. All timing and judging shall start with the first note of music and will end with the completion of music, between 2:30 and 4 minutes. 4.2. Performers will receive recorded feedback throughout the presentation and by way of summary comments following their performance. 4.3. One judge will be utilized to adjudicate each of the categories. 4.4. Two (2) judges - one (1) Wind and one (1) Percussion, will adjudicate the category of Mixed Ensemble. Their scores will be averaged. 4.5. All Musical contestants shall be evaluated as follows: Excellence 100 points Effect 100 points 200 points divided by 2 = Total Score Subtotal 4.6. All Visual contestants shall be evaluated as follows: Repertoire/Composition 100 points Performance/Showmanship 100 points 200 points divided by 2 = Total Score Subtotal

5. PENALTIES 5.1. All competitors must adhere to the rules and guidelines stipulated above. 5.2. A competitor who deviates from the rules and guidelines is subject to a deduction in their rating based on: 5.2.1. Time - A 1/10th of a point penalty shall be assessed for each three (3) seconds of overtime or under time for all performances. 5.2.2. Equipment - A minimum of five (5) points in penalty will be assessed for the use of any illegal equipment or instrument. 5.2.3. Violation of the Code of Conduct - All performers are subject to the DCI 5.2.4. Code of Conduct and violations may result in disqualification A competitor violating any rule, or part of a rule, for which no specific penalty is herein provided, shall be penalized for each such violation not less than 1/10th of a point nor more than disqualification. 5.3. Only the I&E Chief Judge may assess a penalty. Judges and/or tabulators must report all rule violations to the I&E Chief Judge. 5.4. All penalties will be subtracted from the FINAL score (or averaged score of pairs of judges).