TRX "beatXbeat" MADC 2026 Scholarship
TRX CYMBALS AND SOMAR DRUMMERS, INC. TEAM-UP
TO OFFER MID ATLANTIC DRUM CAMP SCHOLARSHIP.
Just announced! One outstanding young drummer will be chosen to receive the newly-created, “BeatXBeat” scholarship to attend next summer’s 6th annual Mid Atlantic Drum Camp. The award, sponsored by the TRX Cymbal Co. and SoMar Drummer, Inc., is valued at over $1400 and includes tuition, room & board, wi-fi and camp swag. (Transportation and instrument rental are not included.) Scholarship applications will be reviewed by a panel of TRX Cymbal artists to be announced soon.
MADC organizers have already announced the all-star faculty for the camp includes Matt Garstka (Animals As Leaders), Larnell Lewis (Snarky Puppy) and Sheila Klotz (Director of Percussion Education and camp host) along with other top educators and specialists in the craft.
The scholarship is open to all drummers between the ages of 12 and 15. Application timeline is January 5th to April 15th, 2026. The 2026 Mid Atlantic Drum Camp is scheduled to take place July 18-23, 2026 at St. Mary’s College in St, Mary’s City, MD.
FAQ's
Is there an age limit?
Yes - drummers that wish to enter the contest must be between the age of 12-15 years old at the tie of the camp (July 18, 2026)
What if the camp reaches capacity before the contest registration period?
Registration will remain open ONLY to drummers ages 12-15 years old strictly for contest entry.
The MADC Handbook says we have to send a none-fundable deposit March 1, 2026 and other payments due prior to the end of the contest registration. What should we do?
The nonrefundable deposit and subsequent payments must be sent by March 1, 2026. The contest winner will be reimbursed for all payments sent once the winner is announced (up to $1400) Rental kit fee of $100, if needed, is not included in the prize package.
What if I register for the contest but I don't win. Can I attend the camp at the normal price $1425?
The contest registration form will have the option to register for both the 2026 Camp and the contest. You can either:
a. Register for both the camp and the contest (this ensures your spot in the camp if no awarded the schools)
b. Select the box "registration for contest only."
NOTE: If the camp reaches capacity, registration will close. If the winner did not register for the camp, they will have a spot in the 2026 camp.
Sheila Klotz endorses TRX Cymbals. Will she be on the selection committee?
Sheila is not participating in the scholarship in the decision process.
MORE TO COME...
