Home » March 12th, 2009 Entries posted on “March, 2009”

2009 DCI Countdown Lineup Announced

Over the last two weeks, more than 17,000 fans around the world logged onto DCI.org to select their six favorite corps performances amongst 72 World Championship Finalists from 2004-2008. The first round of online voting narrowed the field to 12 finalist corps. During the second round, fans had the opportunity to select the six corps […]

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Auction Items Announced Academy For Benefit Dinner

Take a look at the tons of silent auction items that will be available at the Annual Benefit Dinner coming up on March 20th. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a great deal on a trip, a day spa package, new bicycle, jewlery, children’s toys, and much more! And, you’ll be supporting a great cause […]

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Off the Record
Legends of the One-Valve Bugle – Part 1

In this issue of Off The Record, Frank explores the performances of some of the great soloists of all time – on single-valve instruments. Be sure to have a notepad and pencil handy, just so you can keep track. The even-better news – this is only Part 1!   Includes selections from these Fleetwood albums: […]

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Evans And Blue Devils Form New Partnership

The Blue Devils is pleased to announce an extremely exciting partnership with D’Addario & Company, Inc. – the maker of Evans Drum Heads The relationship between the Blue Devils and Evans is the result of a shared philosophy…the dedication to innovative excellence. Within the highly competitive activity of Drum Corps, the Blue Devils continuously set […]

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YEA! Looking To Upgrade Vehicles

Youth Education in the Arts has to date, survived the economic downturn with only moderate impact. We did have to lay off 20 percent of the workforce, and we are watching our expenses. But then, YEA! always has! Be it transportation, or stadium rentals, or staff fees, the organization has tried to control our outlays […]

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2009 7th Regiment March Camp Report

The sun smiled on the 7th Regiment throughout their first outdoor rehearsal weekend of the 2009 season. Given the opportunity to sum up his experience at camp, "Winter Sunburn and marching and playing half the opener comes to my mind," says percussion instructor Andy Mastronunzio. Following Friday night’s rehearsal, the corps arrived by convoy to […]

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Horn players: It’s Not Too Late To Wear Maroon And Gold

If you thought the opportunity to be a Cadet this summer had come and gone, you’re wrong! Brass auditions continue this weekend in Woodstown, N.J., as the Cadets fill out several slots made available due to an increase in the hornline size, and the loss of several members who couldn’t meet the financial obligations. Specifically, […]

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2009 DCI Countdown Voting Ends Wednesday

Hey drum corps fans! Though the final “Countdown” to the end of voting has begun, there’s still time for you to cast your ballot to determine which six corps performances will make it onto the big screen when Drum Corps International’s spring cinema event, “The Countdown,” comes to theaters nationwide on May 13! You have […]

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In The News: Timothy Richardson’s Summer To Be Filled With Music

East Gaston High School musician Timothy Richardson has been selected to be part of the Boston Crusaders Bugle and Drum Corps. "I’m very proud to have been selected," said Richardson said. "Young people come from all over the world – the United States, Canada, Japan, Holland – to march with the Crusaders." Richardson has been […]

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Glassmen Thank Monte Carlo Volunteers

Special THANKS to all of the Members, Volunteers, Parents and Alumni who made the 2009 Monte Carlos a great success! Your efforts have truly made a difference for the corps. The next Monte Carlo fund raising events for the GLASSMEN will be held in the winter / spring of 2010. Please watch for exact dates […]

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