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2024 Blue Stars Design Team & Caption Heads

As we embark on our 60th Anniversary Season, we are thrilled to introduce the 2024 Blue Stars Design, Production and Caption Head Teams! “We have a highly experienced and talented team of designers and instructors who will engage our members and work to create a unique experience and production this season,” said Brad Furlano, CEO. […]

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The Cavaliers Welcome Back Adam Sage, Plus Three Returning Ensemble Specialists

The Cavaliers are thrilled to share a notable new addition to the team for 2024. Well-known pageantry veteran Adam Sage returns to The Green Machine as Artistic Director. Additionally, renowned educators Joni Perez, Tom Aungst, and Michael Pote rejoin in 2024 as ensemble specialists and consultants. “I am honored and excited to come back to […]

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Chris Williams appointed as Academy Corps Director

The Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the culture of music and the performing arts, is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Williams as the new Corps Director for The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. With an extensive background in the marching arts activity, Chris brings a […]

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VMAPA Board of Directors welcomes Rob Schiller, as newly elected Board Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair.

VMAPA Board of Directors welcomes Rob Schiller, as newly elected Board Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair. Since 2004, Rob has worked for the North Carolina Symphony as their Senior Vice President and CFO and prior to that as the Manager of Budget and Finance for the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Since joining the board a year […]

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Marching Roundtable 1179: The “Horn Doctor” on Instrument Repair for DCI and Beyond

Mike “Horn Doctor” Corrigan on the rewards of a life repairing and creating instruments. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes and Amazon. Read the rest of the article here.

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Baritone Sax wanted

Do you want to join us with the latest and hippest orchestra in Zeeland? The Pop Collective is looking to complete a baritone saxophone. The band currently consists of about 22 members and consists of brass, woodwinds, a rhythm section and vocals. A rehearsal competition Every Friday evening from 20:00 to 22:00 we make music […]

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Be A Crusader in 2024

Now is YOUR TIME to join the Boston Crusaders! We are seeking new members to join the Boston Crusaders brass, battery, front ensemble, and color guard in 2024! This season, all auditions begin with a video! Start your BAC experience by submitting a video audition showcasing your best skills by November 1st. After round one, […]

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Preston Scout House nominated for Chamber of Commerce award

Preston Scout House Band is one of four area organizations nominated for the 2023 Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Organization of the Year (under 10 employees) award. The winner will be announced during an ceremony on Monday, November 13 at Hamilton Family Theatre in the Galt neighbourbood of Cambridge. The other three nominees are: Dawn Centre, […]

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Corps Director Update – Meet Our Incredible 2024 Staff Team!

Dear Vanguard Family, It’s with great excitement and pride that I introduce to you our remarkable team of corps managers, designers, and caption managers who will guide the Santa Clara Vanguard on this exciting journey in 2024. First, I’d like to acknowledge the retirement of DCI Hall of Famer Scott Koter, whose contributions to our […]

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VMAPA Announces New CEO and Plan for Return of the Santa Clara Vanguard in 2024

Vanguard Music and Performing Arts (VMAPA) has appointed Dr. Russell Gavin (Russ) as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Gavin brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the organization, and his leadership is poised to guide us towards a vibrant future with focus on organizational stability and member experience. Dr. Russell […]

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