Camp Director
Carthage, Texas · June 13–17, 2027
Panola CollegeMilitary Drum Major Camp
A week of discipline, musicianship, and leadership for the next generation of drum majors.
About the Camp
Built on tradition. Forged through discipline.
The Panola College Military Drum Major Camp is a five-day intensive where aspiring student leaders learn the craft and command of the podium. Hosted on the campus of Panola College and on the field at Carthage High School, the camp pairs rigorous technical training with the leadership principles every drum major needs.
Campers train in conducting, marching fundamentals, command vocabulary, and field presence — guided by an experienced staff of directors and instructors. By the final review, every student has grown sharper, more confident, and ready to lead.
“Where discipline meets the podium.”
Schools Represented
Camp at a Glance
Everything you need to know
Dates
June 13–17
2027
Tuition
$450
Meals & housing included
Grades
7–12
All experience levels
Location
Carthage
Texas
Panola College
Night activities, housing & meals
1109 W Panola St, Carthage, TX 75633
Carthage High School
Instructional sessions & leadership seminars
1264 W Panola St, Carthage, TX 75633
Open to all students in grades 7–12 with an interest in becoming a drum major.
What You'll Master
From the first command to the final review
The camp curriculum is built around the core commands and fundamentals of drum majoring. After camp, every student keeps access to our instructional library to keep refining their craft.
Forward March
Beating Time
Mark Time
Left Flank
Right Crossover
Countermarch
To The Rear (Right)
To The Rear (Left)
Oblique (Right)
Meet the Staff
Led by experienced directors and instructors
Assistant Director of Facilities
Todd Dock
Assistant Director of Activities
Nicklaus Powell
Lead Instructor
Deshmond Johnson
Enrollment Open
Earn your place on the podium.
Secure your spot for June 13–17, 2027. Tuition is $450 per student — meals and on-campus housing included.