Inside the Arc – Dave Hill: A Beautiful Mind
It seems clear that some are born with abilities and potential a cut above the rest of us mere…
May 5 2023 /Inside the Arc – The Book of Norman
Sometime in the fall of 1971, I was walking down Waverly Place in Greenwich Village with a friend. A…
Sep 4 2022 /Inside the Arc – The Ace of Bugles
As everyone knows, the Greeks had their Mt. Olympus, the Romans their Pantheon, and the Norse their Valhalla, special…
May 26 2021 /Inside the Arc – Three Who Matter
Today he’d be called a “Dreamer”, qualified for the DACA Program, but those terms didn’t exist in 1947 when…
Jul 4 2020 /Inside the Arc – The Quest
Few are left who know much about it now, and many of them aren’t certain whether it was real…
Nov 19 2019 /Inside the Arc – A little ditty ’bout Chick and Diane
When she was a very young girl, she had a little problem with her wrist and hand, so she…
Apr 7 2018 /Meet the 2024 Phantom Regiment Hall of Fame Inductees
06:26 pm | Phantom Regiment is pleased to welcome its newest inductees to the Phantom Regiment Hall of Fame. The class of 2024 will add two members to the hall of fame: Dr. Galen Karriker and Barb Pelan. This…
2024 Blue Stars Tour Schedule and Rehearsal / Housing Information
04:07 pm | Whether you are a parent/guardian, volunteer, or fan of the corps we understand the importance of knowing dates, times, and locations of our daily events during the season. While we strive to keep our schedule as…
DrumCorpsAF Minisode – The Cadets are Dead
04:02 pm | The gang’s all here as Cadets alumnus Rick Wygant joins Nikki, Jeff Ream, and Fossil Chops to talk about the recent bankruptcy declaration by DCI’s oldest corps, The Cadets. We want to hear YOUR voices –…
Scott Boerma to Be Inducted in DCI Hall of Fame, Class of 2024
04:14 pm | The Madison Scouts are honored to announce that Scott Boerma, alumnus and long-time music arranger, has been selected for induction to the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame. Scott has served passionately in the drum corps…
Meet the 2024 Madison Scouts Color Guard Team
04:13 pm | The Madison Scouts are pleased to announce the Color Guard Instructional Team for the 2024 season, led by PJ Tankard, Caption Head. Read the rest of the article here.…
Scott Boerma to Be Inducted in DCI Hall of Fame, Class of 2024
04:07 pm | The Madison Scouts are honored to announce that Scott Boerma, alumnus and long-time music arranger, has been selected for induction to the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame. Scott has served passionately in the drum corps…
Phantom Regiment Now Hiring: Medical Team
04:05 pm | Phantom Regiment Drum & Bugle Corps is hiring Medical Team members for the 2024 season. Medical team members will be responsible for providing on-site medical support and care to our members during rehearsals and competitions throughout…
On The Back Hash EP. #71- Cadets No More & WGI Winterguard Worlds Preview
04:26 pm | The boys are back this week with a new episode! They discuss the recent news from the Cadets bankruptcy news, and preview the WGI Winterguard World Championships. Cadets Statement: https://cadets.org/cadets-arts-entertainment-cae-files-bankruptcy WGI Guard Schedule: https://www.flomarching.com/events/11562152-2024-wgi-color-guard-world-championships/schedule Read the…
Spartans Friends and Family Day: 7/6
04:08 pm | Come see the Spartans only public performance in NH! Friends and Family Day is the perfect opportunity for our friends, family, alumni, and the public to see the Spartans newest production for the first time. This…
Nashua Spring Carnival: 4/23 – 4/27
04:17 pm | Wristband shifts are outlined below: Tue April 23rd 6-10 PM Wed April 24th 6-10 PM Thu April 25th 2-10 PM Fri April 26th 2-10 PM Sat April 27th 12-10 PM Read the rest of the article…
Spartans are excited to announce our 2024 program YOUTOPIA
04:17 pm | We are excited to announce our 2024 program YOUTOPIA. Join us on a journey through the eye of Burning Man. Read the rest of the article here.…
Blue Saints Looking For Members
06:35 pm | We are looking for members from ages 12-21. Come be a part of the 72nd edition of The Blue Saints Drum and Bugle Corps. This is a FREE program that promotes discipline, teamwork and builds self…
News From the Top – February, 2024
05:27 pm | Join Us for a Birthday Party for Dr. Cecil Austin Sunday, February 18th from 1:00 – 5:00 pm Meyer’s Restaurant at 4260 South 76th Street in Greenfield, WI A family style broasted chicken and polish sausage…
The Spartans Welcome Brian Murphy as Design and Staff Advisor for the 2024 Season!
06:40 pm | Brian brings a vast background to the Spartans with over 50 years of experience. Most recently Brian was the Program Coordinator and Corps Director for The Cadets for the 2023 season. Brian was also the Visual…
2024 Gold Audition Update – Jan 14-15, 2024
03:48 pm | We are less than 1 week away from our first GOLD Experience and Audition Event of 2024, and I am looking forward to seeing you there! Below are some updates and other important information for the…
Spartans Announce Jan Camp dates and their Brass to the Max performance with Symphony NH!
07:56 pm | The next Spartans Audition camp is Jan 13 -14 for Brass and Percussion only, there will be no Color Guard attendance again until April. The Jan camp will be held at Elm St Middle school in…
Columbus Saints Announce 2024 Production
04:18 pm | It’s 1930s New York City …The rhythm of the city is pulsing in your veins! The lights dim, the crowd hushes. A lone sound pierces the silence, a melody yearning for escape. You and the Columbus…
Preston Scout House Band Inc. ‘Summer Social’ on June 22
04:28 pm | Members of the community are welcome to attend the Preston Scout House Band Inc. Summer Social afternoon on June 22, featuring an emphasis on photos, videos, news clippings, scrapbooks and other memorabilia emphasizing the social side…
Swing into Spring with the New York Skyliners: April Camp Announcement!
07:25 pm | “We’ve got rhythm, We’ve got music, We’ve got our full corps, Who could ask for anything more?” The New York Skyliners Drum and Bugle Corps is thrilled to announce our first outdoor camp and full corps…
URGENT: Lily Needs Your Help Now!
08:26 pm | Our dear friend Lily Woo, a beloved member of our Skyliner and Crimson King drum corps family, is in desperate need of a kidney donor. Her situation is critical, and time is of the essence. Introducing…
Come see the New York Skyliners this Sunday!
04:03 pm | Get ready this Sunday, Holyoke! The New York Skyliners Drum and Bugle Corps is bringing the beat to the 71st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and we want YOU to join the celebration! Date: March 17,…
Join the New York Skyliners for a Season to Soar!
02:30 pm | Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The Skyliners need YOUR passion to make 2024 legendary! Brass Players & Guard Members Wanted! Feel the thrill of the brass, embrace the grace of the guard!…
Join the Skyliners for our March Brass Clinic!
02:26 pm | Elevate Your Sound at the March Brass Clinic with the New York Skyliners! Calling all brass enthusiasts! Join us for an unforgettable weekend at the New York Skyliners March Brass Clinic on March 23rd and 24th,…
Skyliners Unveils First All-Woman Drum Major Team!
02:29 pm | This International Women’s Day, we’re thrilled to share a momentous milestone in the history of the New York Skyliners – the introduction of our FIRST all-woman drum major team! Meet the Trailblazers: Let’s hear it for…
Barry Vernon
06:22 pm | BYBA have been made aware that a titan in the marching band community has sadly transcended into that great band hall in the sky. Barry Vernon has been an incredible part of the BYBA history, both…
BYBA Council Meeting – 3rd March
05:52 pm | Last Sunday (3rd March) saw the newly-elected BYBA Council meet for the first time since the AGM. Please see below for details of what was discussed Present: Paul Morgan (“PDM”); Andrew Horton (“AWH”); Gary Roylance (“GR”);…
Outcomes from the 51st AGM of the British Youth Band Association
05:06 pm | The AGM held on 27th September 2024 in Atherstone was well attended, with 20 people in attendance and a further 3 bands being represented by proxy. Before the meeting Paul Morgan outlined his vision and plans…
Details Confirmed for 51st BYBA AGM
04:11 pm | Details have been confirmed for the 51st Annual General Meeting of the British Youth Band Association The AGM will take place on Saturday 27th January 2024 at the Atherstone Red Lion Hotel – 99 Long Street,…
Baritone sax wanted!
04:35 pm | Do you like to join us with the latest and hippest orchestra in Zeeland? The Pop Collective is looking to complete a baritone saxom. The band currently consists of about 22 members and consists of brass,…
2024 BYBA Membership Now Open
04:32 pm | Membership of the British Youth Band Association for 2024 is now open! Join us for our 50th Anniversary year and help us celebrate in style. Membership of BYBA is open to any marching band, however we…
2023 BYBA I&E Postponed
07:40 pm | The 2023 Individuals and Ensembles (I&E) competiton, scheduled for Sunday 19th November, is unfortunately being postponed until the new year. We are currently exploring dates around the end of January and will confirm a new date…
51st BYBA AGM
08:35 pm | The 51st AGM will be held on Saturday 27th January 2024 at a venue to be confirmed in the Midlands. The exact time is also to be confirmed but will be in the afternoon. Further information…
Book Review – “Space Music”
08:18 pm | Jack Meehan is a true drum corps renaissance man. From his initial exposure to the activity while growing up in the Burroughs of New York City to his long time association with the Concord Blue Devils,…
2011 DCW On-Line: Johnsonburg, Pennsylvania
09:56 pm | by Rich Conti, Drum Corps World staff (richburgher [at] yahoo [dot] com) August 4, 2011 – Johnsonburg, PA . . . An absolutely gorgeous evening and a large and ravenous drum corps crowd set the stage…
2011 DCW On-Line: Erie, Pennsylvania – World Class
09:14 pm | by Kevin Gamin, Drum Corps World staff and Drum Corps Planet managing editor August 6, 2011 – Erie, PA . . . It was a weekend of upsets in Erie, PA. On Saturday evening, the Oregon…
2011 DCW On-Line: Allentown, Pennsylvania – Saturday Night
08:56 pm | by William Aldrich-Thorpe, Drum Corps World staff (aldrichthorpe [at] gmail [dot] com) August, 6 2011 — Allentown, PA . . . On this very wet and threatening evening, the Blue Devils barely edged the Cadets by…
2011 DCW On-Line: West Chester, Pennsylvania
09:31 pm | by Bob Fields, Drum Corps World staff (rfields25 [at] aol [dot] com) With just two two days to go before the DCI Eastern Regional in Allentown, PA, this show at West Chester University gave a great…
2011 DCW On-Line: Massillon, Ohio
08:34 pm | by Vic Colaianni, Drum Corps World staff (vjcoly [at] gmail [dot] com) A rain-shortened “Pro Football Hall of Fame Festival” drum corps competition did not dampen the enthusiasm of the over 7,000 in attendance. This year’s…
2011 DCW On-Line: Allentown, Pennsylvania – Friday Night
06:40 pm | by William Aldrich-Thorpe, Drum Corps World staff (aldrichthorpe [at] gmail [dot] com) The Cavaliers easily outdistanced the Phantom Regiment this evening with their powerful and unusual production titled “XtraordinarY.” The Rosemont, IL, corps led across all…
2011 DCW On-Line: Bealeton, Virginia
07:45 pm | by William Aldrich-Thorpe, Drum Corps World staff (aldrichthorpe [at] gmail [dot] com) Crown lit up the sky with phenomenal aerial color guard tricks while filling the night air with their outstanding “Rach Star” production. This night…