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In The News – Defense In Sex Assault Case Wants Newspaper To Hand Over Accuser’s Video Interview

The defense attorney for the former drum corps director accused of sexual assault is demanding that a newspaper turn over its unedited video interview of his client’s accuser in order to prepare a proper defense. George Hopkins, the former CEO of the Allentown-based Youth Education in the Arts, faces three felony counts of sexual assault […]

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Meet The 2020 Madison Scouts Visual Team

The Madison Scouts are pleased to announce the Visual Instructional Team for the 2020 season, including: Tim Darbonne, Caption Head Brandon Wickem, Consultant Adrien Alkazzaz, Instructor Johnathon Bower, Instructor Dan Hoffman, Instructor Karl Koemmpel, Instructor Arjuna Myles, Instructor Sierra Rogers, Instructor Miranda Stark, Instructor Jeremy Turner, Instructor Read the rest of the article here.

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Forward Performing Arts Presents At Wisconsin Music Educators Conference

On Friday, October 25th, Dann Petersen, joined by Nick Junker, will present “Making Time for Leadership Curriculum in the Classroom”. The presentation will be from 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. in Room E at the Monona Terrace. The session will allow music educators to discover the most common leadership challenges identified by music students along […]

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Drum Roll Please… Southwind Announces 2020 Percussion Staff

In 2019, Southwind Drum and Bugle made big strides in building its program, earning Most Improved Corps in DCI’s Open Class. One key to the corps’ continued growth? Continuity in its percussion staff. According to Lawrence LeClaire, Southwind Corps Director, “We grew up a lot this past year, and percussion helped lead the way. Our […]

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Pioneer News From The Top – October 23rd, 2019

CARLA RUBUSCH – HOHNSTEIN We regretfully announce the passing of Mrs. Carla Rubusch – Hohnstein who passed away on October 11th, 2019. She was a major force for Pioneer along with her sister, Patty Lonzaga , during the 1990’s. She worked in the kitchen, helped with bingo, and was a major contributor to the building […]

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Charles Aguillon Joins Genesis As Director Of Education

Genesis Drum & Bugle Corps is proud to announce that Charles Aguillon is joining the team as Director of Education. As Director of Education, Aguillon will oversee and provide insight on methods to improve our program, as well as provide valuable guidance to staff members and performers. “I am excited to have Charles join our […]

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2020 Encorps Food, Wine And Brew Fest Tickets

Please help support Encorps in our first fundraiser for the 2020 season! This is going to be a fantastic event, with many different wines, IPA Beers, and great food. Please purchase your tickets below. Please purchase each persons ticket attending separately in order to receive a name tag. You will get an email confirmation, and […]

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Cavaliers Announce 2020 Brass Team

The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps is pleased to announce our 2020 Brass Educational Team, under the leadership of Michael Martin, Kevin LeBoeuf, Drew Dickey, and Claire Pittman. “Our brass staff is made up of some of the best teachers and musicians, not only in our activity, but in the larger musical world,” said Michael […]

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Announcing The 2020 Troopers Visual Staff

We are extremely excited to announce the addition of our entire 2020 visual staff. These talented individuals will bring an exciting, fresh and innovative style to the Troopers this summer. “I am so thrilled with the level of talent that will be joining us this season. I am honored to welcome each and every member […]

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Introducing The MBI Indoor Percussion Battery Staff

MBI Indoor Percussion is excited to introduce the 2020 Winter Battery Staff lead by Battery Coordinator Joe Jaeger. Returning to the team will be Vlad Boz, Jordan Jergenson, and Jake Esterberg as well as Zach Church and Connor Woitte from the MBI Summer Staff. New to the team in 2020 will be Deryck Lawson, Jack […]

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