Deanna Carlson’s world this summer is a body-numbing lockstep of bus rides, gym floors and repetitions under a broiling sun. And she wouldn’t have it any other way. In fact, she’s paying for the privilege as a member of an elite drum and bugle corps from Dubuque, Iowa. Read the rest of the article here.
The Madison Scouts this year are fielding one of the most emotional, powerful shows in recent memory. “New York Morning” evokes images from 10 years ago, September 11, 2001. In today’s Field Pass presented by Zildjian, Dan Potter learns more from Executive Director Chris Komnick about the unique challenges the Scouts face in producing a […]
Drum Corps Europe has acquired the domain name drumcorps.eu. The domain was originally registered by a domain hijacker, but this company has given it up the domain name. The domain names with the .eu extension were launched in 2006, and at the time Drum Corps Europe tried to get the domain name drumcorps.eu. Unfortunately, the […]
“I am eager to launch our Be Instrumental Campaign,” says Ibe Sodawalla, Executive Director/CEO of the Legends PAA. “This campaign will help to benefit all of our performing ensembles year round and help support area music programs as a part of our developing Partners In Education outreach.” As a start to this campaign, we have […]
After the sweltering heat of the southwest and some wonderful success in California, The Cadets have had a few great days to recuperate. On Monday, San Francisco was sunny and chilly. Rehearsal ended early, and the corps got to spend from about 3 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. roaming the city. Read the rest of the […]
Being on the road for two months can bring corps members in contact with new and exciting people and places. But, as Dan Potter reports in today’s Field Pass presented by Zildjian, both the Troopers and Teal Sound have learned that the road can sometimes be a dangerous place. Read the rest of the article […]
The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps is proud to present the 51st Annual Pageant of Drums in Michigan City, Ind., on Saturday, July 2 at 7:00 PM. The Pageant of Drums is the second oldest continuous Drum Corps contest in America and returns to historic Ames Field for the corps’ second home show of 2011. […]
Thursday July 7th Practice Pennichuck – Nashua 6 to 9:00 Friday July 8th: FIELD LINING meet Evan at 5PM at Pentucket to line field!!! All members will drive and meet at Pentucket Regional High School at 5:30PM Read the rest of the article here.
As The Cadets continue to rehearse and work on the show, they also continue to shed the pounds creating the need for mid-season uniform fittings. Volunteer seamstresses are needed as soon as possible! Those handy with a needle and thread and are able to spend some time with the corps in the following places are […]
Four scored performances into the season, with one more that was positively reviewed but not scored because of a rain-out, the Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps is improving every show, and the judges’ scores are showing it. The Fairfield, Ohio, show on Wednesday was canceled after the Pioneer from Milwaukee and Troopers had performed, so […]
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