DCA now allows keyboards, synthesizers, amplification of voice and samples
For the 2015 season, Drum Corps Associates will allow keyboard synthesizers, amplification of voice, pre-recorded speech, and sampled sound effects. The decision was made at DCA's Winter Meeting.
"DCA's goal is to stay relevant with our members and audience", the organisation explains the rule change. "The average age of corps members has become younger over the past few years and there has been a true shift in how we approach entertainment and recruiting to keep our circuit viable and strong for many years to come. DCA is excited for how we can grow from here."
Other rule changes include the percussion judge moving from the field into the box, and guard members can now enter the field to set up at the same time as the pit without the clock starting. The benefits of the proposed 6 judge panel versus the current 7 judge panel was debated. The voting members unanimously agreed to keep the 7 judge panel.
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