If you kept an eye on our social media pages this past summer, you’ll quickly spot our upcoming featured alum. Chris Opalka’s captivating performances, which drew audiences in, made him a well-photographed figure in 2023. But when Chris auditioned, he didn’t fully grasp the profound significance of the home he was stepping into for his […]
The Spartans Drum and Bugle Corps is thrilled to announce the appointment of Anthony Montesion as the organization’s new Director of Ensembles. With an impressive background in the world of marching arts and a passion for cultivating young talent, Montesion is set to lead the Spartans into an exciting new era of musical excellence. Anthony […]
The Empower Youth in the Performing Arts, Inc. (EYPA) Board of Directors is announcing the difficult decision to cease operations of Southwind Drum and Bugle Corps. “We are very sad to shut down the corps,” said EYPA Board President Cathy Chandler. “But the continued rising costs of transportation and housing within the current tour model, […]
The hosts of the Aged Out Podcast, Michael Fantini and Evan Worrell, react to the 2023 Cadets Percussion Section from finals week with Cadets’ Battery Arranger, Lee Beddis. Read the rest of the article here.
Join us as we discuss the change and impact the new CEO of DCI and the impacts this new hire will make on the future of the activity. Let us know what you think this new hire will do for DCI in the future Read the rest of the article here.
John Fulton, Howard Weinstein, and John Campese share memories of the impact Robert had on music, marching, and on so many lives. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes and Amazon. Read the rest of the article here.
Our annual HOF Gala has included an online auction for the past three years. With the Gala now part of Show of Shows weekend, we’ve decided to make the auction its own event! Renamed to capture the holiday magic we all cherish. It’s an opportunity for you to score amazing Phantom Regiment memorabilia, unique gifts, […]
Michael Raiford shares memories of Robert modeling collaboration and generosity. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes and Amazon. Read the rest of the article here.
Paris Foreman, Dr. Greg Basham, and Trey Harris share stories of inspiration and encouragement. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes and Amazon. Read the rest of the article here.
Join our Hosts and some amazing guests as they remember the amazing legacy Robert W. Smith including Director of Bands for Auburn University, Dr. Rick Good. Robert W. Smith was a highly respected American composer, arranger, and music educator. Sadly , Robert W. Smith passed away on September 21, 2023, at the age of 64, […]
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