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In The News – Drum Major Dreams

In one phone call, senior Abby Rieger’s entire summer was booked. One month later, a global pandemic emptied her schedule again. Rieger, a three-year drum major, was offered a drum major position for Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps, a competitive member of Drum Corps International. DCI is the professional level of marching band: […]

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Introducing The Hawthorne Puzzl-eros

Happy May, Caballero fans! What better way to share some of our favorite moments from years past than with a quick puzzle! Enjoy this easy puzzle to reveal a fan-favorite photo from 2019. Wishing you all a safe and warm May from a socially-acceptable distance! Read the rest of the article here.

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Pacific Crest Campaign To Raise $210,000

Pacific Crest is a recognized leader in the marching arts community. We are here today because of supporters like you. We will survive these harsh times, and we are eager to build on 2019’s historic success. But we need your help to get there. Read the rest of the article here.

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Colts Brass Alumni Invited To Join Virtual Hornline

The Colts hornline is working to create the next installment of this summer’s virtual performances, and we’d like to invite our alumni to join! All you need to participate is your instrument and a camera (the one in your phone works!). If you’re interested, send an email to office [at] colts [dot] org to sign […]

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Bridging The Generations And The Distance

Bridging the generations and the distance, members of two pivotal years of the Boston Crusaders had the unique opportunity to connect over the weekend. On Saturday night, the 80th Anniversary corps consisting of our current 2020 members, and the 50th Anniversary Corps (alumni from the 1990 corps) met over Zoom for a unique history night. […]

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Madison Scouts Launch MadU Virtual Learning Program

The Madison Scouts and Forward Performing Arts are excited to launch MadU, a virtual learning program. In response to the coronavirus crisis and cancellation of the 2020 Drum Corps International summer tour, the Madison Scouts educational team quickly developed a plan and coursework to keep current members engaged in lieu of the season. “MadU provides […]

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Cadets Second Virtual Camp A Huge Success

The Cadets held its second Virtual Camp this past weekend with all sections in attendance. Every student received an abundance of education and training throughout the weekend, along with critical Health and Wellness information and guidance. “The participation and engagement by both members and staff certainly exceeded my expectations,” said Cadets Director, Denise Bonfiglio. “The […]

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In The News – Dream Delayed

Isaiah Weekley has a dream. Coronavirus has gotten in the way. The Dunkirk 15-year-old was competing with other members of the Jay County High School winter guard team at Hamilton Southeastern High School when he was approached by the color guard coordinator for The Cavaliers, one of the elite groups of Drum Corps International. Read […]

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2020 Minnesota Brass Summer Rehearsals On Hold

Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic and cancelling of the DCI summer schedule, summer rehearsals for Minnesota Brass Drum and Bugle Corps are on hold. The hope is that there remains an option for a limited performance opportunity later in the summer. The winter ensembles and summer 2021 drum and bugle corps are still on schedule […]

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DCUK Cancel 2020 Competitive Season

Due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, nearly four weeks ago DCUK announced that the first two contests of this coming season had been cancelled with the third show on 19th July being highly unlikely to be able to take place. On Monday 20th April the 2020 Drum Corps United Kingdom Member Corps, together with members […]

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