“It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to the beautiful soul that was Susie McMurry. Her incredible generosity and support of the Troopers have been instrumental in reshaping the organization, and we will be forever grateful. Susie inspired us with her genuine love for young people and reinforced how the marching arts could […]
It takes a talented team of generous, diligent people to sustain The Cadets through a season – people who volunteer their time and hard work to keep our members and staff well nourished through the rigors of the day to day drum corps life. This year, a team of three dedicated individuals will be leading […]
The performers of the Jersey Surf World Class Drum Corps (www.jerseysurf.org) are holding an athletic shoe drive fundraiser from February 1 through June 15, 2023 to raise money to offset costs of participation in the 2023 Drum Corps International Summer Tour. Jersey Surf members will earn funds based on the total quantity of gently worn, […]
As we get ready for the 25th Annual Crusader Classic this fall, we’re excited to announce a second tournament in San Antonio, Texas! While the corps prepares during their April rehearsal camp, join us on the course for our first ever Texas Crusader Classic on Saturday, April 29th! The fun tees off at the historic […]
In 2023, Rhythm IN BLUE will bring the Bluecoats Experience to any performer 18+. The Rhythm IN BLUE season will operate with a lesser time and financial commitment to performers and will culminate with a performance at the DCI World Championships Week in Indianapolis. 17 January 2023 – CANTON, OH – Today Bluecoats announced the […]
Following a comprehensive audition process, Pacific Crest is proud to announce our drum major team for the 2023 season: Amy Johnson, Bridget Barragy, Justine Nava, and Steven Medina! Amy Johnson Drum Major Amy Johnson (Meridian, ID) returns for her third and final season with Pacific Crest. Amy was previously contracted as a euphonium performer in […]
We are less than 1 week away from our second GOLD Experience and Audition Event for the 2023 season! Below are some updates and other important information for the upcoming event. Read the rest of the article here.
The Colts Brass Staff shares advice to help your musicians sound better and enjoy the process of improving. With David Abrams, Chad Miller, Michael Miller, and Kara Metzger. 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 […]
Karina Howey is a polymath, carrying a double major at the University of Michigan in Nuclear Engineering and Percussion Performance, in addition to serving as on-field conductor of the Blue Stars for the past two competition seasons. When not performing with the Mandarins as the Pit Section Leader, Kaitlyn Poulan lends her considerable talents to […]
Laynie Metskar DRUM MAJOR Laynie Metsker is from Milford, Ohio, and is a sophomore at the University of Colorado Boulder studying Music Education and Bassoon Performance. At CU, she holds leadership positions in the Golden Buffalo Marching Band and the collegiate chapter of National Association for Music Educators. Read the rest of the article here.
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