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Support the Blue Stars in the Midwest Combine Challenge

The Blue Stars are pleased to announce our participation in the Midwest Combine Challenge, a 5-day fundraising campaign to see who can reign supreme in the Midwest! Starting Tuesday, July 25, and continuing until Midnight on Saturday, July 29, the Blue Stars will compete against our fellow Midwest corps in raising funds as we perform […]

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Connecticut Hurricanes Alumni Picnic

Join us Sunday August 6th for a picnic to meet and reminisce with fellow Hurricanes alumni, long time fans and friends/family of the current members. 2pm-6pm at the Riverwalk Park pavilion in downtown Shelton. The corps will be practicing there all day and performing for attendees around 3pm. Read the rest of the article here.

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Marching Roundtable 1171: Spirit of Atlanta Drum Majors

“Team Hands” shares advice for student leaders and talk about the 2023 show. With Blake Durden, Alex Vanderwolf, Peyton Brillhart, Morgan Nash, & Elisabeth Miranda 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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2023 Summer Tour

Drawing inspiration from nature’s wonders and the interplay between organisms, Exogenesis promises to be a mesmerizing fusion of sight and sound. As Exogenesis unfolds, the corps emerges amidst the vast expanse of a desolate space, their existence bringing a touch of vibrancy to the barren landscape. The interplay of delicate shades and vivid hues blend […]

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Marching Roundtable 1170: Blue Devils Bring Matisse to Life

Program Coordinator and Choreographer Scott Chandler shares insight into how the famous Cut-Outs are brought to the field. 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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Minnesota Brass presents: Speakeasy

In a dark alley somewhere, there’s an unadvertised place. A secret door that music is emanating from. When the door opens, the sound comes pouring out. Inside you’ll find Minnesota Brass’s 2023 production: Speakeasy Unlike a speakeasy from the 1920s, this one is completely legal, just a little secret. The hipster bar meets nightclub vibe […]

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Coming to the HOF Gala or Show of Shows this weekend?

Our friends at the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau have compiled a list of activities, shopping, and dining options for you to reference while you’re in Rockford. We’re excited about this weekend’s activities and for you to enjoy the city we’ve called home since 1956! Read the rest of the article here.

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What A Magical Night!

On a balmy, beautiful evening this past Monday, the Sacramento Mandarins’ 10th Annual DCI Capital Classic lit up Roseville, CA at West Park High School. Fans were treated to performances by some of the best drum corps in the nation. Over 2,600 wildly-cheering fans packed the sold-out stands. More fans enjoyed standing-room-only views. Also in […]

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Rocky Mountain Rivalry

The Rocky Mountain Rivalry returns for the 2023 Drum Corps International summer tour! In a friendly rivalry with the Blue Knights and the Troopers, the Mandarins are raising funds to help defray Food and Fuel costs during tour. Inflation has caused food prices to increase 25%. Diesel costs about $1,300 each time we fill up […]

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RECAP – Drum Corps Grand Prix

? This weekend, Rogues Hollow Regiment brought home the top spot for Class A at the Drum Corps Grand Prix, in Clifton, NJ. A shoutout and thanks to the amazing host, and friend, the Hawthorne Caballeros! The Grand Prix was truly spectacular and we are grateful for the opportunity to perform alongside other talented corps […]

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