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Marching Roundtable 1121: DCI 2022 Wrap-up 3- Tom and Don

Two designers for Jersey Surf talk about creating their very entertaining production. With Tom Kershaw and Don Hill. 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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DCA titles awarded to Buccaneers, Hurricanes, Fusion at memorable 2022 finale

The 2022 Drum Corps Associates summer season came to an exciting and resounding finish Sunday night, as rainy conditions held off and a dozen bright competitive drum corps performances shined through, with three corps ultimately earning the title of 2022 World Champion in their respective classifications. DCA’s Finals event, held at the Rochester Community Sports […]

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Buccaneers, Hurricanes, Fusion top class ranks at closely-contested DCA Prelims

To kick off competitive action at the 2022 Drum Corps Associates World Championships, Reading Buccaneers, Hurricanes and Fusion Core took top marks in their respective classes in Saturday’s key DCA Prelims event. The Prelims featured 12 competing ensembles across three competitive divisions Saturday evening at the Rochester Community Sports Complex, with scores and placements setting […]

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Entertainment, camaraderie shine at DCA I&E, Mini-Corps event

The smell of fresh street food and the sounds of instruments, conversing fans and cheers of approval filled Riverside Convention Center as the city of Rochester came alive Friday night for the opening event of Drum Corps Associates’ 2022 championship weekend. DCA’s Individual & Ensemble and Mini-Corps competition, which featured more than 80 total performances […]

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BYBA National Championships 2022

There’s just a month to go until the BYBA National Championships take place at Steel Park, Corby, on the 2nd October. Bands and corps from across the UK will fight it out for the title of National Champions! Read the rest of the article here.

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DCA receives warm welcome in 2022 Rochester return

Drum Corps Associates kicked off its long-awaited championship weekend in Rochester, New York with an introductory press conference, held at the Holiday Inn-Downtown Rochester’s Grand Ballroom. Rochester mayor Malik Evans, Monroe County deputy county executive Corinda Crossdale, Visit Rochester president and CEO Don Jeffries, and DCA president John Carr had the opportunity to share words […]

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Phantom Regiment Now Hiring: Operations Manager

Phantom Regiment is searching for an Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of the organization, support programs and events, and maintain facilities. This position’s primary responsibility is to collaborate with the CEO, program directors, and office staff to develop and maintain operational policies and procedures for the organization, assist with planning event logistics and […]

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Vanguard Music and Performing Arts Announces New Director of Project Management

Vanguard Music and Performing Arts (VMAPA) is excited to share that Rebecca Compton-Allen has accepted the position of Director of Project Management. As Corps Director of The Santa Clara Vanguard in 2022, Rebecca diligently navigated the corps through the first competitive season after a two year hiatus. As the Director of Project Management she will […]

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2022 Mini-Corps + I&E Schedule

Empire Room – Rochester Convention Center 9:00 PM North Coast Brass 9:15 PM Phoenix 9:30 PM Warriors 9:45 PM Tri-Valley Brass 10:00 PM Brig Juice 10:15 PM Star United 10:30 PM Freelancers Read the rest of the article here.

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You’re Invited to the 2022 Phantom Regiment Hall of Fame Gala & Auction

Mark your calendars for the 2022 Phantom Regiment Hall of Fame Gala & Auction honoring Greg Newell, Bob Smith, and Nancy St. Angel. HALL OF FAME GALA Saturday, November 19 6:00PM CST Forest Hills Country Club 5135 Forest Hills Rd Rockford, IL 61114 Read the rest of the article here.

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