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Audition for the 2024 Blue Stars

As we celebrate our 60th season in 2024, be a part of our legacy and share in the experience of a lifetime as a performing member of the 2024 Blue Stars! By completing the form and you’ll be the first to receive information when audition camp locations are announced and when auditions materials are available […]

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New York Skyliners Alumni Prepare for 30th Anniversary

The New York Skyliners Alumni Drum and Bugle Corps wants YOU! With the DCA Alumni Spectacular fast approaching and the beginning of the 2024 campaign right around the corner, The New York Skyliners Alumni Drum and Bugle Corps is planning for and looking forward to the 30th Anniversary season. It was 1994 when a group […]

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DCI East Weekend Recap

There is always something special in the air at the DCI Eastern Classic, especially for current Cadets and alumni. It’s our biggest, most anticipated home show, full of nostalgia and anticipation. The iconic J. Birney Crum silhouette and the serene park are something out of drum corps folklore that, thankfully, continue to be the stage […]

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Rest Easy, Woody

Yesterday we received the news that RHR alumni, former board member, and our dear friend, Craig “Woody” Woodruff, passed away. His passion for Rogues Hollow Regiment was unwavering, leaving an indelible mark on our Regiment. Woody’s dedication, energy, and spirit will forever echo through our Trumpet Section. We remember the moments shared, the music created, […]

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Hurricanes Marching Arts Clinic

The Connecticut Hurricanes are pleased to announce a marching arts clinic for band students of all skill levels age 12 and up. Attendees get to learn from top instructors in the marching arts activity, learn skills that can help students become stronger performers in their band and color guard program, along with getting a taste […]

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Jumping into 2023 Finals Week

Welcome to 2023 DCI Finals Week! This is a monumental period for Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps in many different ways. In addition to this summer’s competitive achievements, 2023 marks a milestone for the corps: the organization’s 65th Anniversary. This week, you can help Troop celebrate their six-plus decades in a variety of unique ways. […]

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Phantom Regiment hires Amanda Hamaker to drive growth, guide organization’s future

Phantom Regiment is proud to introduce Amanda Hamaker as its CEO. A highly respected and experienced leader, Hamaker has a proven track record in various executive roles. She has been Winnebago County Administrator and Chief Operating Officer of Girl Scouts Rock River Valley Council (now Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois), in addition to holding key […]

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Marching Roundtable 1174: The Academy Starts with the Emotional Journey First

Fred Smith and Ryan Adamsons talk about creating the 2023 show music with emotions leading the process. 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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BYBA Announces 2023 League Splits

Following on from a successful first 3 competitions, BYBA has today announced the splitting of the divisions ready for the second half of the season. For the first half of the season, all bands competed in two divisions. Any bands containing more than 8 overage members were placed into Associate Class whilst the remaining youth […]

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Your 2023 Spirit of Atlanta guide to championships week activities in Indianapolis

With the Drum Corps International World Championships in Indianapolis fast approaching next week, we understand the importance of having accurate and detailed information to facilitate your planning. We are pleased to provide this comprehensive guide for your reference, covering key details from rehearsal venues to housing arrangements. Read the rest of the article here.

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