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We are thrilled to announce that Jay Murphy has been inducted into the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame class of 2021 with the “Pen of Pageantry” and amazing Michael Boo. Michael Boo Affectionately dubbed by many as the “Pen of Pageantry” after working on projects for Drum Corps International, Winter Guard International and Bands […]
April 28th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
The corps is excited to announce dates for in person percussion clinics this spring. The dates are Saturday, May 22nd. Saturday June 12th. Saturday June 26th. The clinics will begin at 9AM and end at 1PM. The clinics will take place at the Pheasant Lane Mall front parking lot (Near Smokey Bones) on the Daniel […]
April 28th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCI Open | Read More »
Have you visited the all-new Phan Shop yet? It’s where you’ll find all our apparel and gear in one place, from tour shirts (coming soon!) to the Basics Block collection, featuring timeless designs that will be available year-round. And now The Phan Shop has a fresh new look, and a custom-designed order tracker just for […]
April 27th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2021, THE CADETS’ COMMUNITY OF ALUMNI, STAFF, FANS AND VOLUNTEERS CAME TOGETHER IN ONE THE MOST SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING DAYS IN THE CORPS’ HISTORY. In addition to the traditional Maroon & Gold giving format, The Cadets introduced Maroon and Gold+ for 2021, a monthly giving program for those who prefer to spread […]
April 27th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
Minnesota Brass is pleased to announce a continuation of our series of online conversations about our colorful history as a premier drum and bugle corps in the Midwest. We are inviting you to be a part of this fun opportunity to learn and reminisce about our history as we grew from a small local organization […]
April 27th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCA News | Read More »
We’re yearning to hear the beating of drums and the clarion call of brass once again. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Ascend Performing Arts staff and volunteers, as well as the heartfelt contributions of alumni, friends, fans, and supporters, our Blue Knights Ensembles will be able to bring their performances to the field and […]
April 26th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »

Drum Corps Associates’ unprecedented virtual 2021 season — which will be comprised of weekly competitive events, featuring live-streamed remote performances from a host of entertaining drum corps — is set to include one more marquee event: the 2021 DCA World Championships. After much discussion, the DCA Executive Board recommended to feature the 2021 season’s finale […]
April 26th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCA News,FrontPage Feature | Read More »
All at BYBA would like to congratulate Beeches members Dan Rivett and Leo Winter-Alsop on securing places to march at Drum Corps International this summer. Both are marching with World Class corps – Dan is marching mellophone with the Bluecoats and Leo is marching baritone with the Mandarins. Read the rest of the article here.
April 24th, 2021 | Filed under British Youth Band Association,Current News | Read More »
Planning your trip to Indianapolis for DCI 2021? Book a room among fellow fans in The Cadets’ Block! The Cadets have reserved a block of rooms at the Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Downtown-Union Station from Wednesday, August 11 through Saturday, August 14.* If you would like to book by phone, you will need the access code 2021CadetsDCI. […]
April 24th, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
Blue Stars Moving Company, Assemble! After 15 years at the Coulee Region Business Center, we’re moving to a new home in Holmen. We have the month of June to make the transition, and have scheduled the weekend of June 11, 12, and 13 as our main moving weekend. We can use your help to make […]
April 23rd, 2021 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »