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2008 Bluecoats Blue Debut

Stark County’s own Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps is proud to present “The Blue Debut,” a FREE Community Concert featuring the thrilling sounds of their 2008 Program “The Knockout.” Come witness the athleticism, the extraordinary musicianship, the excitement, and the precision it takes to create the perennial Drum Corps International World Finalist Drum & Bugle […]

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Blue Knights Announce 2008 Program

Blue Knights proudly celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the corps’ organization this year, remembering all the great years as well as the challenges that preceded the Blue Knights of today. Some years were more fun than others, and some years were downright scary. In retrospect, it’s a wonder the corps survived some of the more […]

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2008 DCI Field Pass Episode 28

Like most families these days, the drum corps family is having to tighten it’s budgetary belt to adjust to the unrelenting surge in fuel prices. As we hear in today’s Field Pass presented by Zildjian, both the individual corps and Drum Corps International are looking for creative ways to cut back without missing a beat […]

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DCI Reacts To Economic Challenges

As individuals and businesses throughout the country stare in disbelief at their checkbook balances in the wake of mounting fuel and transportation expenses and an uncertain economic outlook, Drum Corps International is taking steps to ensure sustainability for itself and its member corps throughout the approaching summer season and beyond. The organization is addressing a […]

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Capital Sound Inactive For 2008

It is with a great deal of sadness that Capital Sound Executive Director Marc Gofstein, along with the Board of Directors announce that the corps has gone active for the 2008 season. This difficult decision was made as a result of several serious issues that all converged together at once, forcing the corps to take […]

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Yamato Announces 2008 Tour Schedule

On Sunday, May 11, Yamato went through its evaluation process with Mr. Tom Hope. On Wednesday, May 21 Yamato received word from Drum Corps International approving our reinstatement and placed Yamato on the 2008 Tour Schedule. Yamato will be competing as a member of the Open Class Division. Yamato is back! On behalf of its […]

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Cadets Annual Campaign Close To Breaking Record

I’m very excited to let you know that this year’s Annual Campaign has really gained momentum! With the support of outright donations, pledges and sustaining gifts, we are close to hitting our goal, which will represent the largest and most successful Maroon & Gold Campaign in the history of the Cadets. That’s amazing! And it […]

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Impulse Entertains Center Court At NBA Playoffs

Members of the Impulse drum line took center court on Wednesday, May 21 performing as part of game one of the NBA Western Conference Finals at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. “The group had a great time entertaining the crowd and working with the Lakers staff,” said Richard Rogers of Impulse. Read the rest […]

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Few Openings Remain For 2008 Pioneer

Pioneer still has a few openings for those individuals interested in marching in DCI at the World Class level. Sections with openings include the brass section and color guard. Interested individuals should contact the Pioneer Corps Office as soon as possible at 414-327-2847 or via email at dbcpmilw [at] execpc [dot] com. Read the rest […]

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Schools Needed To Host Corps In Pa., New Jersey

As they travel the country with Drum Corps International’s Summer Music Games Tour, the Cadets, Carolina Crown, Crossmen and the other corps don’t stay overnight in hotels. Actually, they are hosted by area high schools, the students of which get to have the best marching music groups in the world right in their own school. […]

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