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In The News – Student Drums His Way To Spot In Cavaliers

For Keegan Watts, a senior at Elizabethtown High School, he has learned consistency and determination is key. Watts will be marching with the Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps this summer playing snare drum. “This is the most talented group of people I’ve ever met in my entire life,” Watts said. Read the rest of the […]

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Introducing The Phan Shop

We have been hard at work over the past few months working on a whole new merchandise experience for our phans. A new name and fresh designs! The Phan Shop aims to generate revenue in support of Phantom Regiment’s mission: creating life-changing experiences through performing arts education. Additionally, the Phan Shop elevates and promotes the […]

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2020 Spirit Of Atlanta Hall Of Fame Inductees

Spirit of Atlanta and the Hall of Fame Committee are proud to announce the inductees for the 2020 class of the Spirit of Atlanta Hall of Fame. Join us in congratulating these special people for their longtime contributions to the Spirit of Atlanta organization. Plans are still underway for the 2020 Spirit of Atlanta Hall […]

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Bushwackers COVID-19 Update

Dear Bushwackers Family, When will these unusual times end? It’s safe to say that’s all on our minds. All of us, not just the drum corps world are dealing with more uncertainty than we’ve ever had in our lives. Eventually, our “normal”, regular routine will return but when? No one knows for certain but when […]

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Blue Knights Announce 2020 Visual Staff

Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps is excited to announce the Visual Staff for the 2020 season! Zak Stillwell will return to the Blue Knights as Visual Caption Head for the 2020 season. Zak Stillwell is a full-time visual designer, instructor, and clinician based out of Benicia, California. He began his pageantry career at the […]

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Meet The Members: 2020 SCV Drum Majors

At the center of every strong drum corps is a strong team of member leadership who serves the corps both on and off the field. As a liaison between performers and staff, this team of veteran members takes on additional responsibility, puts in the extra effort to lead by example, and sets a standard for […]

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2020 Mandarins March & April Corps Camp Cancelled

The Sacramento Mandarins has made the difficult decision to cancel the March and April drum corps camp. This decision was made while considering a number of factors. Clearly, the safety and well-being of our members, staff and volunteers is our most important consideration. In this circumstance our host school district had decided to close the […]

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2020 Genesis March Camp Canceled Amid Coronavirus Concerns

In light of the recent Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, we are paying close attention to developments surrounding the virus and how it may affect Genesis DBC operations. As more information is revealed, we have prepared to make any changes to plans and procedures to continue our mission of prioritizing the health and wellness of our performers, […]

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IAM Receives Mass Cultural Council Grants For Needed Riverside Theater Renovations

In June 2019, Inspire Arts & Music Inc. was awarded two grants from Mass Cultural Council’s Cultural Facilities Fund: The Systems Replacement Grant in the amount of $7,000 and the Feasibility & Technical Assistance Grant for $30,000. Both grants required IAM to raise matching funds, which IAM successfully completed in February 2020. These grants will […]

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Field Band Foundation Statement On The Corona Virus Pandemic

The Field Band Foundation responds to the President’s call for cooperation and solidarity as South Africa faces the challenges of the Corona Virus. We are committed to taking responsible and positive actions to endorse the call for good prevention behavior. All band rehearsals and planned educational activities will be on pause from 16 – 30 […]

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