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I Marched: Tommy Igoe, Pro Drummer

?@YamahaMusicUSA artist @TommyIgoeMusic, whose long list of professional accolades includes writing the drum set book and serving as principal drummer and conductor for Disney’s Broadway production of the “The Lion King,” worked up his chops with Drum Corps International’s Bayonne Bridgemen in the 1980s.

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LET’S TALK ABOUT WGI & DCI | FloMarching Weekly Recap, March 10 – Rankings, Upcoming Shows & More

MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: Rankings ? https://flosports.link/4smoCnP Upcoming WGI Shows ? https://flosports.link/3P0IVbC DCI Streaming Schedule ? https://flosports.link/4sXo4oj DCI Open Class Venue Change ? https://flosports.link/46Rlqro

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TICKETS: Show of Shows & DCI Finals

2026 SHOW OF SHOWS Tickets are now available for our home show in Rockford on July 3rd! Last year was a complete sellout, and this summer is shaping up to be even bigger. Join us for an unforgettable night of drum corps right here at home, surrounded by friends, family, and Phans from across the […]

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Announcing the formation of the Hawthorne Caballeros Hall of Fame

As we enter our 80th Season, we are excited and proud to announce the formation of the Hawthorne Caballeros Hall of Fame. Last night at our 80th Anniversary Banquet, we proudly announced and inducted the inaugural class, which includes 16 members. This elite group was selected from the thousands who have proudly worn the Caballeros […]

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DCI 2026 Tickets, WGI Hall of Fame & Super Bowl Secrets | Water Break Weekly with Chris Green

This week on On A Water Break, Nicole Younger is joined by Dalton Stout, Grantis Peranda, Amari Lewis, and featured guest Chris Green for a Weekly episode packed with DCI ticket news, WGI Hall of Fame recognition, indoor season reality checks, and one of the most memorable behind-the-scenes stories of the season.

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Meet The Board: Pamela Becker, Jarel Loveless, Tehvon Fowler-Chapman

The Bluecoats “Meet the Board” series is a spotlight series featuring the members of the Bluecoats Board of Directors. In each profile, you’ll learn about their professional paths, community involvement, and the experiences that brought them to Bluecoats. Together, these stories highlight the care, perspective, and steady leadership that support Bluecoats on and off the […]

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Jersey Surf, Inc. Selected as Advancement of Music Grant Recipient from The Presser Foundation

Jersey Surf, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has been selected to receive general operating support through The Presser Foundation’s Advancement of Music grantmaking area. The organizations included in this cohort represent a wide range of music traditions and community-based programs working to expand access to meaningful music experiences. “We are deeply grateful to […]

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Why 2026 Will Be the Biggest Year Yet for All-Age Class Drum Corps

After two years of collaboration, the transition from Drum Corps Associates to Drum Corps International has officially moved from a trial run to a resounding success, bringing more growth and visibility to the all-age drum corps community than ever before.

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FLOMARCHING THROWBACK THURSDAY | Spartans ‘Mistica’ Closer

Raise your hand if you’re excited to see the Spartans make their debut in the World Class during the 2026 DCI season ? Get caught up on all things DCI 2026 here ? https://flosports.link/4rbNnRY

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Ranking our FAVORITE PIW Indoor Shows So Far • March Fo(u)rth • Pressboxd • DCI Leeks & Rumours

This week on The Program, hosts Daniel Montoya Jr., William Bradfield, and Aaron Blackley rank their favorite 2026 PIW Indoor shows, recognize March Fourth, make a HUGE announcement, and more!

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