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MCYA receives grant from the Nashville Predators Foundation

Music City Youth in the Arts (MCYA) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $5,000 grant through the Nashville Predators Foundation. This grant will go towards supporting the organization’s mission to provide accessible and experiential education in music and visual performance arts. “We are absolutely thrilled to have received this grant from […]

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Cambridge grants support Scout House anniversary events

Grants from the city of Cambridge are supporting key events during 85th anniversary year celebrations by Preston Scout House Band Inc. The Cambridge Community Grants Program will provide $1,000 in 2023 to help defray annual operating costs. A grant of $2,000 from the Cambridge 50th Anniversary Fund will help pay for a major video production […]

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2023 Cadets April Camp Recap

The last camp of 2023 was exciting, rigorous, and just plain fun. There’s nothing quite like April Camp. So much work goes into such a short time together, with all the anticipation of a new summer hanging in the air: In just 20 days, The Cadets move in for their 89th season. With the color […]

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Rick Woodall Named A DCI Volunteer of the Year

Congratulations to our beloved Rick Woodall on being named one of Drum Corps International’s 2023 Volunteers of the Year! As our longtime fleet manager, board of directors member, and relentless supporter, we couldn’t think of anyone more deserving of this award. Thank you Rick for your years of service and support of the Boston Crusaders! […]

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BKXperience-Perform! Clinic Returns to Drums Along the Rockies

For the 5th year, the BKXperience-Perform! Clinic returns to the Drums Along the Rockies. The band clinic will feature full clinic sessions for battery, front ensemble, color guard, winds, and student leaders allowing for a greater number of students to participate. The BKXperience-Perform! Clinic—sponsored by Ascend Performing Arts, KHS America “Academic Alliance” Jupiter Band Instruments, […]

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Marching Roundtable 1159: Focusing on Education in a Competitively Driven Activity

Patrick Nolen-Kava and Bo Sodders of Southwind Drum and Bugle Corps share concepts and ideas you can use with your group. 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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Phantom Regiment Now Hiring: CDL Truck Driver

The Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps is seeking licensed CDL Drivers to provide transportation services during our 2023 competitive season. The ideal candidate must be highly communicative, attentive to detail, and be able to safely transport the corps’ equipment or kitchen trailer. Your efforts will directly contribute to providing a world-class experience for our […]

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Phantom Regiment Now Hiring: Athletic Trainer

Phantom Regiment is searching for a certified athletic trainer for the 2023 summer tour. The Athletic Trainer works alongside the rest of the Health Team to help to keep our performers safe and in optimal health. Our student-athletes include 160+ brass, percussion, and guard performers ages 16-22. Read the rest of the article here.

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2023 Minnesota Brass Summer Corps Kickoff May 12th

It’s no secret that summer is just around the corner. We are looking for talented marching members to join Minnesota Brass Drum & Bugle Corps for the 2023 season. Coming off of a strong 2022 season, we are looking forward to an even stronger 2023. As has been our tradition for over 75 years, Minnesota […]

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Gino Cipriani To Be Inducted Into DCI Hall Of Fame

Congratulations to our own Gino Cipriani who will be inducted into the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame this summer! Since 2017, Gino has been at the heart of the Boston Crusaders program serving as our Director of Music, and most recently as our Assistant Corps Director. Please help us congratulate Gino on this incredible […]

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