After nearly 36 years of operating in the Chicagoland area, the doors to Drum Corps International’s current Addison, Ill. headquarters will be closing next week as the organization prepares to open its new downtown Indianapolis offices on Monday, March 3. During the short transition period, Drum Corps International staff members will be working to minimize […]
DCAT Chorus enjoys making people smile through its music. "We entertain people and to see the smiles on people’s faces (makes us happy)," said Linda Carscadden, membership chairperson. The chorus next performs at the Scarborough Civic Centre on Sunday, March 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. They play the free community concert every year. Read […]
More rehearsal hours will help guarantee our success! Since January, there has been a poll asking if we should extend Saturday rehearsal hours. The results are in and the overwhelming response is "YES, extend Saturday rehearsals". Read the rest of the article here.
Following the success of last years "Theme Tune", Perfect Day, for the massed brass lines of competing Corps, DCUK are pleased to advised that Eoin O’Keefe has kindly agreed to return and direct the 2008 tune – Ave Maria. In announcing the piece, Eoin commented: "I look forward to hearing the brass lines of all […]
The Boston Crusaders are currently seeking trombone and baritone players to fill the last remaining lead baritone spots for the 2008 hornline. Prior marching experience is a plus, but not mandatory. Interested applicants should email brass [at] crusaders [dot] com For more information please visit our How to Join section. Be sure to check out […]
Drum corps fans will get their chance to "make the call" as they select – and then judge – their favorite performances of the world’s most elite marching music ensembles as part of Drum Corps International’s 2008 spring cinema event, “The Countdown.” Coming to National CineMedia theaters across the U.S. on Thursday, April 24, the […]
Produced by Drum Corps International in cooperation with the Blue Devils and Santa Clara Vanguard, the DCI West Championship returns Saturday, July 5 for a second year at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. Skybox tickets to this event which include premium seating and a barbeque dinner for $75, can be purchased exclusively through the Blue […]
February camp was all about more….more of the titillating “Metallic Soundscapes” music, more visual practice, learning more about ourselves individually, and more about ourselves as members of a cohesive Corps! Spartans has invited a very special addition to our fine team of professionals this year. At camp, we were joined by Dr. Jacob Levy, a […]
Amplification will not be allowed at DCE certified shows for the 2008 season. Jubal Drum & Bugle Corps submitted a proposal to allow the use of electronic amplification for pit instruments. The majority of the corps who gave their opinion on the proposal do not support it. Drum Corps Europe asked all corps due to […]
The Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps is seeking qualified applicants for the newly created position of Promotions Coordinator. The Bluecoats are continuing their commitment to growing and strengthening the organization by creating this new part time position. The Promotions Coordinator is responsible for the general management of the Bluecoats Promotions Department. This includes the processes […]
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