The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, a program of the Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts. Our World Class ensemble is a member organization of Drum Corps International, Marching Music's Major League.

Based in Tempe, Arizona, our members come to The Academy through a highly competitive audition process from across the country and around the world. From January through May, our members practice, rehearse and prepare for the rigorous training and tour schedule beginning in late May. A 70+-day period follows with the conclusion of the season in Indianapolis for Drum Corps International World Championships.

The anticipated cost of tuition for 2026 membership is approximately $6,200. Often referred to as Member Dues, this fee covers nearly all related costs to the experience including training camps, most meals throughout the summer, housing, instruments, equipment, uniforms, and travel.

The Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts is a 501(c)(3), not for profit organization and your donations to the organization are fully tax-deductible of the law. However, gifts to support an individual member's dues are not tax-deductible.

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