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Ascend Performing Arts Kicks Off Virtual Spring Cleaning

We all have projects that we put off in our lives that we say we will get to at another time and we’re no different! Due to COVID-19 we have found ourselves in a unique situation to get some of these projects done and we need your help doing them. Our volunteers are a vital […]

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Harold “Robby” Robinson Named DCI Hall Of Fame Member

Crossmen Productions is proud to announce, for the second year in a row, DCI has chosen one of Crossmen’s greats! We couldn’t be more excited to share in the excitement and the moment that is Robby’s. Crossmen congratulates Robby and the entire Robinson Family. Read the rest of the article here.

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The Cadets Announce Independent Not-For-Profit Youth Organization

The Cadets, a DCI World Class competitive drum and bugle corps based in Allentown, Pa., today announced the launch of a new not-for-profit corporation called Cadets Arts and Entertainment, Inc. led by newly appointed CEO Denise Bonfiglio, the current Director of The Cadets. In addition, a new Board of Directors has been established to provide […]

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Bluecoats Staff Members Retool Personal Businesses To Support Their Communities

Two members of the Bluecoats community have retooled their businesses to provide support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Greg Lagola, Bluecoats Costume Designer and Color Guard Choreographer, is the owner and designer of Gregory Joseph in New York. This designer brand that addresses the issues of sustainability and responsible manufacturing in the upscale fashion market has […]

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Meet The 2020 Phantom Regiment Hall Of Fame Inductees

Phantom Regiment is pleased to welcome our newest inductees to the Phantom Regiment Hall of Fame. The class of 2020 will add four members to the hall of fame: Vicki Auditore, Greg Cesario, Dwight Emmert and Linda Riebock. This brings the total number of inductees to 48. There is one criterion for the hall of […]

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How Can I Support Ascend Without Spending A Dime?

So many of our friends and family have asked the very simple question “How Can I Help”? During these difficult times, we are all searching for ways to make a positive difference in the lives of others. We may be tempted to be confused or angry at everything we see right now… but this situation […]

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Phantom Regiment Academy Introduced As Umbrella Over All Educational Programming

Phantom Regiment has been a leader in performing arts education since its first drum major camp in 2003. Since that time, it has expanded to include brass, percussion and color guard camps as well as drum major camps all over the country. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused everyone to rethink how it provides education opportunities, […]

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Boston Crusaders Brass Pedagogy Discussions Coordinated With The University Of Utah

In coordination with BACBrass staff member Steve Bentley and the University of Utah, we are pleased to share a series of four brass discussions this month. Brass players of all levels are welcome to join these FREE 30 minute Zoom calls with four amazing trumpet players/teachers. Educators and players include Dr. J. Peyden Shelton of […]

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World Drum Corps Hall Of Fame Inductees Postponed Until 2021

The executive committee of the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame has determined that there will be no induction class of 2020: the results of voting for candidates to be inducted this year will remain confidential until the spring of 2021. The banquet and induction ceremony normally held the weekend of the Drum Corps Associates […]

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Conn-Selmer And BD Performing Arts Join Forces To Advance Excellence In Marching Arts

Conn-Selmer Instruments and BD Performing Arts (BDPA) are pleased to announce that The Blue Devils, RCC Indoor Percussion, and all other BDPA programs will be performing exclusively on marching instruments manufactured and distributed by Conn-Selmer. This will be an exciting partnership between two iconic organizations in the marching arts that will include products, education, and […]

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