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Divisional Music and Arts

What is DMA?

DMA (Divisional Music & Arts) is the Potomac Division's monthly gathering of musicians, creative artists, and all the leaders who support them. Coming from Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and D.C., we join together to form bands, dance ensembles, choirs, and more. It's an important time of fellowship, discipleship, and musical growth for all involved. DMA is also the largest monthly gathering of Salvation Army Soldiers in the Potomac Division.

Participants are 8 years & older. Arrival is typically Friday evening between 7-8pm (dinner not provided). Friday night consists of a fun activity and a short devotion, with rehearsals beginning Saturday after breakfast and running til 3pm. DMA is a year-long commitment (September-April) culminating in our Spring Concert.

See the FAQs below for more details!

2025 - 2026 Dates

2025

SEPT 19-20: DMA Weekend & Auditions

OCT 24-25: DMA Weekend

2026

JAN 23-24: DMA Weekend

FEB 13-14: DMA Weekend

MAR 6-7: DMA Weekend

MAR 20-22: Youth Councils

APR 10-11: DMA Concert & Spring Competition Weekend*

*April 10 (Fri PM): Solo Competitions

*April 11 (Sat AM): Singing Company Competition

What are the eligibility requirements for DMA?

DMA is for any musicians & artists (8 and older) in the Potomac Division who are already actively involved in their corps music programs. DMA is really just an extension of the local corps programs: multiple corps come together to form ensembles and groups are led by corps leaders. Participants must exhibit maturity and responsibility; being respectful towards others and serious about growing their craft. If an officer or leader thinks a members of their corps might not have the maturity to handle DMA (whether in rehearsal or in the cabin), then they aren't ready for DMA yet. Behavior issues aren't an issue at DMA.

8 years and older
Active in local corps
High level of maturity and responsibility
Participation in applicable area of study (brass, dance, art, etc)

What areas of study are offered at DMA?

DMA classes (majors) encompass instruction in a wide number of ensembles. Participants choose one for the entire season:

Band (Includes both brass and percussion).

Dance

Art

Acting

Guitar (Age 12 & older, limit of 10 students)

Piano (Limit of 8 students, must be taking weekly lessons & practicing outside of DMA)

Choir Everyone sings!

What should I bring to DMA?

Pack light for a quick overnight trip; you'll have to carry everything you bring and it's a busy weekend.

Label everything with your Name and Corps
Change of clothes for Saturday
Towel & toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, etc.)
Sleeping bag, blanket, or bedding (twin beds).
Instrument (if applicable)
Appropriate clothes for weather (snow, rain, etc)
Occasional special activities (swimming, costume party, etc.) that you'll know about in advance.
There is no need for fancy electronics, snacks, cosmetics, toys, etc.

When should I arrive Friday evening?

Come to camp between 7-8 pm Friday night. Plan for traffic- you'll want time to get your crew settled before auditions and/or the evening program! Dinner is NOT served, so eat before you arrive. We usually have snacks Friday night, but it's not a full meal.

Is there a fee for DMA?

The fee is $25 is per person, per weekend. Or another way to think about it: the fee is $150 total per person for all 6 weekends. Corps are billed each month for their participants.

We recognize that just getting to DMA can be a huge burden on corps and we strive to be "all-inclusive" once you arrive. In reality, $25 is a great deal for all that DMA entails. 2 meals, canteen, snacks, special activities, housing, and of course high-quality instruction in all fields is part of this cost.

Note: if a participant is registered for a weekend but does not come, the corps will still be billed for that person. The deadline to remove participants is the Friday before each DMA. So officers & leaders, check your AdminiCamp roster the week before each DMA to remove folks before it's too late!

What can you tell me about auditions?

Auditions are not always fun, but it's important for performers to...well...perform! Auditions serve a few crucial functions for DMA:

Audition material becomes available here on our website mid-August each year. Save it on your phone, and print it out!
Auditions get people playing their instruments before the 1st DMA! If you're playing your horn every day for a month before the September DMA, you're going to have a very successful season. It's a great motivator, just like our solo competition.
The audition experience itself is excellent preparation for nerves, stage-fright, confidence, and everything else. Even the sense of disappointment of an audition that didn't go so well is an important life lesson and causes us to strive for more.
We want every DMA participant to be placed where they ought to be. The judges have a chance to evaluate each individual and determine where they will be most successful. We want to ensure everyone is in the right spot!