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50th BYBA Annual General Meeting

The 50th AGM will be held on Saturday 28th January 2023 at The Coton Sports and Social Club, 52 Henry Street, Coton, Nuneaton CV11 5SQ . The time to be confirmed but likely to be later in the afternoon. The present plan is to have some form of social after the meeting. Read the rest […]

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The Troopers Mourn the Loss of Pat Amann

On Tuesday, October 25th, Pat Amann, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, unexpectedly passed away. He was 54. Born to Beryl and Jill Amann of Pueblo, Colorado, Pat was a lifelong musician, hunter, and outdoor enthusiast. He graduated from Pueblo High School and later studied music at the University of Massachusetts. He is survived […]

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Wilson Named Blue Stars Culinary Director

The Blue Stars Drum & Bugle Corps is pleased to announce the promotion of Sue Wilson to Culinary Director, a new full-time position in the organization. Sue began working with the Blue Stars’ food program in 2012 as a parent volunteer. She became a culinary assistant in 2013, and took over the food program as […]

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Announcing the 2023 Cavaliers Audio Team

The Cavaliers are proud to present the six audio engineering experts who will be joining us for our 75th anniversary season: Matthew Black: Sound Designer and Audio Caption Manager Nick Mason: Lead Audio Engineer Kyle Hollen: Audio Engineer Ken Masaki: Audio Engineer Dan Schmitt: Audio Engineer Jacob Drake: Audio Engineer Read the rest of the […]

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Spirit Board President Shares Update on Reorganization and Safety Efforts

Friends, As we embark on a new era with Spirit of Atlanta, I am sharing with you the organization’s progress in developing a new strategy to help make safety our top priority. The result of this work is a comprehensive plan to define, educate, and raise awareness of harassment, diversity, and conduct-related issues; create and […]

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Resignation, Kevin Lowery

7th Regiment Youth Performing Arts Organization announces the resignation of Executive Director Kevin Lowery. The board of directors has subsequently appointed Jim O’Neil to the position of Interim Executive Director, effective immediately. Mr. Lowery joined 7th Regiment in 2014 as an instructor with the brass line. In 2015, he took on the position of Brass […]

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Meet the 2023 Hawthorne Caballeros Design Team

Mark Monaghan – Percussion Arranger Mark is an NJ-based musician and educator currently holding the middle school band director position at Eisenhower Middle School in Roxbury NJ as well as a percussion specialist for the district. As a graduate of Rutgers University, he holds degrees in both music education (percussion focus) and psychology. Having worked […]

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2023 Pacific Crest Percussion Staff

After a month-long search, we have finalized our staff of percussion educators for the 2023 season. The staff page of our Website will be updated to include photos and bios in the coming weeks. Read the rest of the article here.

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Blue Knights Announce Thomas Kober as Brass Caption Head

The Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps is thrilled to announce our brass caption head for the 2023 season! Thomas is the Director of Bands at William J. Brennan High School in San Antonio, TX. During his tenure, the band program has developed a proven reputation for success – Receiving multiple superior ratings, best in […]

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New York Skyliners Alumni Corps Prepare for 30th Season

The New York Skyliners Alumni Drum and Bugle Corps wants YOU! We always welcome new members in all sections, experienced or not. If you can play a horn or drum, twirl (or carry) a flag or rifle, or would like to learn and be a part of a musical unit steeped in the historical military […]

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