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Marching Roundtable Is For Sale

STATEMENT ABOUT SALE FROM TIM HINTON After many years of some of the most enjoyable experiences producing The Marching Roundtable podcast and Marching Arts Education website and its resources, it is time for me to step away and move to a different chapter in my life. As a result, The Marching Roundtable and Marching Arts […]

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On A Water Break – Bandtober Breakdown: Texas Bands, Drill Science & Marching Accountability

Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts! This week, Whitney Stone, José “Joey” Montes III, Alicia Sharp, and first-time guest Amari Lewis dive into the chaos of Bandtober—from Texas showdowns and rehearsal rules to accountability and drill cleaning that actually works. ? In Joey’s 60-Second Tech Block, he explains how to clean drill like a […]

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Bluecoats Percussion Ensemble ’25 – The Observer Effect

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Madison Scouts Announce Visual Education Leadership for 2026 Season

The Madison Scouts are proud to announce the return of Blake Daughtrey as Visual Caption Supervisor, joined by alumni Andrew Desmond and Taylor Rock as Visual Co-Caption Heads. Program Coordinator Mark Waymire shared, “Blake, Andrew, and Taylor combine diverse experiences with a real passion for helping members develop their skills, confidence, and performance presence. They […]

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’08 FOUND FOOTAGE: The Secret Debut of Phantom Regiment’s “Spartacus” Spearing

The legendary 2008 Phantom Regiment “Spartacus” show became iconic because of one moment: the drum major’s defiant spearing. But it was a secret addition! This rare, found footage from the DCI Eastern Classic in Allentown, Pennsylvania is the very first time this dramatic ending was ever performed for an audience. Hear directly from the designers […]

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Daniel Lussier Joins Music City Youth in the Arts as Executive Director

MCYA is excited to welcome Daniel Lussier as Executive Director of Music City Youth in the Arts. Following a comprehensive national search and rigorous interview process, Daniel emerged as an exceptional fit to lead our organization into its next chapter. His unique combination of business success, entertainment industry expertise, and deep commitment to serving youth […]

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GODS HORNLINE

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Sips & Snacks – Friday October 24, 2025

Friday October 24th from 6-9pm at Catholic War Veterans Hall 112 Derby Ave, Derby CT. $30/Person, $50/couple in advance, $35/person day of. Sips & Snacks – Friday October 24, 2025

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Pat Chagnon – Remembering a Troopers Icon

In 1987, Patricia Anne Chagnon, a native of Massachusetts, arrived in Casper, Wyoming, to join the ranks of one of the most renowned drum and bugle corps in the world. It was the final year under the direction of legendary founder Jim Jones — the year following a finals performance that would be the corps’ […]

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1,000 Middle Schoolers INVADE DCI Finals! (You Won’t Believe the Sound)

The DCI’s INpact Indiana’s Future Band and its new companion ensemble, BANDtastic! Indy, celebrated its largest program ever in 2025, bringing nearly 1,000 middle school musicians together for a multi-day educational and performance experience as part of DCI World Championships Week in Indianapolis. Read more: https://www.dci.org/news/dcis-middle-school-honors-band-reaches-new-heights-with-record-2025-participation

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