Members of the East Ridge High School marching band had the opportunity of a lifetime this month as they were host to the nation’s top drum corps. On Friday, July 16, the Blue Devils Drum Corps practiced and stayed overnight at East Ridge High School in preparation for their Saturday performance at TCF Bank Stadium […]
Beginning Friday, July 30, at each show remaining on their 2010 Summer Tour, The Cadets will grant someone the opportunity to be our guest conductor during warm-ups, or stand at the center of the circle during the singing of the corps’ song, ‘Oh Holy Name.’ Imagine… * YOU…Conducting the Cadets’ legendary favorite Rocky Point Holiday […]
Episode 2010-14 of the Drum Corps Planet Box Center podcast is now ready for download! Join Managing News Editor Kevin Gamin as he looks back at the big DCI Texas weekend, as well as the even bigger upcoming shows in Murfreesboro and Atlanta. Kevin also talks about his impressions of the DCA corps who performed […]
Hot Time in Bridgeport as DCI returns to Connecticut July 5, 2010 – Bridgeport, CT . . . Steamy temps and even hotter music came to town as the Boston Crusaders hosted “Bridgeport Drums” at historic John F. Kennedy Stadium. It was the first time in almost a decade that the junior circuit had visited […]
Two top Drum Corps International drum majors this season are both rookies with their respective corps. DCI’s Dan Potter profiles Phantom Regiment’s Jonathan Cao and the Madison Scouts’ John Lee in today’s Field Pass presented by Zildjian. Have a Field Pass question, comment or request? Leave a message for Dan Potter by phone at 317.275.1212 […]
The Mello-Dears Drum and Bugle Corp from Owego NY are celebrating their almost 50 Birthday! According to Reunion Coordinator Renee Allen-Roma, “We’re expecting over 140 people, 90+ of whom are alumni from the Mello-Dears! These women who marched in the drum corp. affectionately known as "The Sweethearts of the Southern Tier" will be returning for […]
Are you an avid drum corps memorabilia collector? An aficionado of Cadets keepsakes? The Cadets have the perfect piece of history for your collection! As soon as the season comes to a close at DCI World Championships in Indianapolis on Aug. 14, The Cadets are parting ways with two very special additions to their program […]
The Blue Stars would like to congratulate the following members for their achievements at the 2010 Drum Corps International Individual and Ensemble competition. Gold MedalAuxiliary Ensemble: Tracey Nettler and Kekoa MateoBrass Ensemble: Zack Crissman, Michael Chiapetto, Zach Ashcraft, Chris Rockwell, Chris Rush, Anthony Leonhardt, Kevin Guth, Paul Gentine, Briana Engelbert, Mike Villano Read the rest […]
As the Troopers left the Midwest for the Southwest last week, competitive scores continued to climb and the last portion of the show was completely redesigned. Parents, band boosters and alumni treated the corps to several meals of home cooking and the corps was very appreciative. In Oklahoma, the Southmoore High School band boosters, home […]
Practice this week will be on Wednesday & Thursday only. We will meet at the Boys Club on Friday and depart for tour. On Wednesday, July 28, the corps will meet after rehearsal to discuss the details of tour. Each member will receive a flier with packing and touring information. Parents are welcome. The corps […]
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