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DCUK Finals Day Webcast Success

Saturday 19th September 2020 was scheduled to be the 41st British Drum Corps Championships but thanks to COVID-19 this was not to be. Instead Drum Corps United Kingdom released an hour long Facebook “webcast” and we would like to thank everyone that contributed to this production:

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Club56 History Night

Join Club56 members and special guests for a special viewing of the 2020 virtual History Night, Sunday, October 4th at 6pm CDT! History Night is typically held during training camp for all marching members, staff, and volunteers of the drum corps. However, during a year when a global pandemic kept us in our homes instead […]

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So You Think You Can Move

“So You Think You Can Move” is a competition and performance development opportunity that allows you to showcase your individual marching and movement skills and compete against other performers of similar age and experience from around the world. In addition to the competition, every participant will receive individualized feedback and guidance from the world class […]

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Drum Corps Associates Meets To Discuss 2021 Competitive Season

Last weekend DCA held a directors meeting to discuss plans for 2021. The meeting was held at American Legion Post 199 in Hawthorne New Jersey and was hosted by the Hawthorne Caballeros. All safety measures were in place following Covid-19 regulations as temperature checks were taken before entering the building, masks were worn and social […]

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In The News – Former Drum Corps Leader Pleads No Contest To Indecent Assault; Judge Calls Him ‘Disgusting’

George Hopkins, the former director of the Allentown Cadets drum and bugle corps who was accused of sexual misconduct by a dozen women, pleaded no contest on Thursday to indecent assault and was sentenced to two years of probation. Lehigh County Judge James T. Anthony also fined Hopkins $5,000, the most allowed by law, and […]

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Equality & Inclusion: The Uncompromising Pursuit Of Excellence

While The Cadets are known for their constant pursuit of excellence on the field, now more than ever, we are striving to apply that same uncompromising spirit to every facet of our organization. During the summer of 2020, the Cadets Arts & Entertainment Board of Directors established several committees to ensure strategic, responsible leadership for […]

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Statement Related To Legal Proceedings On Sept. 24

In response to the plea bargain and sentencing that was passed down yesterday, Sept. 24, in the Lehigh County, Pa. Courthouse, Cadets Arts & Entertainment would like to express our continued support for all of the victims involved in the criminal investigation. Their acts of selflessness and strength deserve our full respect, admiration and gratitude. […]

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MSAA Presents “Walk On” Fundraising Telethon On October 24, 2020

The Madison Scouts Alumni Association (MSAA) presents the WALK ON Fundraising Telethon on October 24, 2020 from 5 p.m – 11 p.m. CT. Celebrate eight decades of the Madison Scouts legacy with 6 hours of LIVE Streaming for a special night of giving. Saturday, October 24, 2020 5 PM – 11 PM Central The WALK […]

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Bracken Alumni Holds First Practice In Six Months

The Bracken Alumni Corps, of Bristol, Pennsylvania started out-of-door practices the week of September 18, following weeks of inactivity during the COVID-19 pandemic. “There are no performances scheduled, so it was just for the camaraderie of getting together, and to keep our chops in shape,” stated music director and brass instructor Chuck Smith, an associate […]

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Impulse PB&J Challenge

PB&J tables are a drum corps staple during the season, it’s a quick meal, a snack, dessert, and a feel good food. So during the season hiatus, why not remember one of the favorite things at meal time on tour, the PB&J sandwich. So let’s help your favorite corps by making a donation to their […]

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