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In final round of the 2013 Skol Line Auditions, a group of extremely talented finalists battled it out Tuesday evening, May 14th at Mall of America for a coveted spot on this year’s roster.
Finalists each performed a unique solo as well as various group ensembles before a panel of judges and a packed audience in the Mall of America Rotunda to prove they have what it takes to drum for the Skol Line.
The Minnesota Vikings thank all of this year’s participants and are proud to announce the 2013 Skol Line presented by Best Buy. Drum roll please…
Your 2013 Minnesota Skol Line members are:
Snares:Matt Richards // 6th Year
Mike Neimeyer // 6th Year
Jason Herder // 5th Year
Aaron Skogman // 3rd Year
Michael Latana // 2nd Year
Joe Jaeger // 1st Year
Tyler Jacobs // 1st Year
Quads:
Dan Johnson // 6th Year
Rob Casey // 5th Year
Tom Reimer // 4th Year
Lucas Ulmer // 1st Year
Bass:
Jay Matuzak // 6th Year
Kirk Fladung // 6th Year
Bryan Poetsch // 6th Year
Patrick Lyons // 5th Year
Chris Richman // 1st Year
Cymbals:
Jamar Pasley // 5th Year
Cora Morris // 3rd Year
Shelby Ferry // 2nd Year
Danielle Augustine // 2nd Year
Alternates:
Jeremy Jones // 2nd Year
AJ Bohler // 1st Year
Joel Matuzak (Head Instructor) and Nick Moreno (Assistant Instructor) are also back for a 6th year leading the talented group.
“We are excited to have a great group of veterans back for our 6th year and with the addition of some great new performers, we will be even better. We are looking forward to continuing to entertain Vikings fans throughout the 2013 season. Skol Vikings!”
- Joel Matuzak, Skol Line Head Instructor
“The Minnesota Vikings are thrilled to see the new Skol Line perform at Vikings games this fall. The Skol Line has become a staple of the Vikings game day experience since its inception in 2008. Fans will be excited to watch and listen as the new 2013 Skol Line performs.”
- Bryan Harper, Executive Producer – Vikings Entertainment Network
The Minnesota Vikings Skol Line was created in 2008 to provide game day entertainment for all Vikings home games and events. Ensemble members come from a variety of backgrounds including former marching band and drum corps members, teachers, small business owners and various other professions. Look for the Minnesota Vikings Skol Line performing at Mall of America Field before and during each Vikings home game and at various special events throughout the year.
Be sure check out the Minnesota Vikings Skol Line official Facebook page to keep up with all of the latest Skol Line happenings including upcoming appearances, photos and video. For questions or if you are interested in having the Skol Line appear at your next event, please e-mail skolline@vikings.nfl.net.
The Skol Line is presented by Best Buy and sponsored by Yamaha Drums, Zildjian Cymbals, Remo Drum heads and Pro-Mark Drumsticks.
