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On Friday, October 25th, Dann Petersen, joined by Nick Junker, will present “Making Time for Leadership Curriculum in the Classroom”. The presentation will be from 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. in Room E at the Monona Terrace. The session will allow music educators to discover the most common leadership challenges identified by music students along […]
October 24th, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
In 2019, Southwind Drum and Bugle made big strides in building its program, earning Most Improved Corps in DCI’s Open Class. One key to the corps’ continued growth? Continuity in its percussion staff. According to Lawrence LeClaire, Southwind Corps Director, “We grew up a lot this past year, and percussion helped lead the way. Our […]
October 24th, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI Open | Read More »
CARLA RUBUSCH – HOHNSTEIN We regretfully announce the passing of Mrs. Carla Rubusch – Hohnstein who passed away on October 11th, 2019. She was a major force for Pioneer along with her sister, Patty Lonzaga , during the 1990’s. She worked in the kitchen, helped with bingo, and was a major contributor to the building […]
October 24th, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI Open | Read More »
Genesis Drum & Bugle Corps is proud to announce that Charles Aguillon is joining the team as Director of Education. As Director of Education, Aguillon will oversee and provide insight on methods to improve our program, as well as provide valuable guidance to staff members and performers. “I am excited to have Charles join our […]
October 23rd, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »

Please help support Encorps in our first fundraiser for the 2020 season! This is going to be a fantastic event, with many different wines, IPA Beers, and great food. Please purchase your tickets below. Please purchase each persons ticket attending separately in order to receive a name tag. You will get an email confirmation, and […]
October 23rd, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI Open | Read More »
The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps is pleased to announce our 2020 Brass Educational Team, under the leadership of Michael Martin, Kevin LeBoeuf, Drew Dickey, and Claire Pittman. “Our brass staff is made up of some of the best teachers and musicians, not only in our activity, but in the larger musical world,” said Michael […]
October 23rd, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
We are extremely excited to announce the addition of our entire 2020 visual staff. These talented individuals will bring an exciting, fresh and innovative style to the Troopers this summer. “I am so thrilled with the level of talent that will be joining us this season. I am honored to welcome each and every member […]
October 23rd, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
MBI Indoor Percussion is excited to introduce the 2020 Winter Battery Staff lead by Battery Coordinator Joe Jaeger. Returning to the team will be Vlad Boz, Jordan Jergenson, and Jake Esterberg as well as Zach Church and Connor Woitte from the MBI Summer Staff. New to the team in 2020 will be Deryck Lawson, Jack […]
October 23rd, 2019 | Filed under Current News,Winter Guard International News | Read More »
The Northwest Youth Music Association’s Annual Meeting will be held at the Renton Chamber of Commerce office located at 625 4th Ave S in Renton on Saturday, November 2 from 1-4 pm. Everyone is welcome. Meet the board and key staff, including our new Corps Director, Brian Smith. We will recap the Seattle Cascades’ 2019 […]
October 23rd, 2019 | Filed under Current News,DCI World | Read More »
The Blue Knights Winds are excited to announce their 2020 instructional team for the visual caption. Last year’s ensemble was a Silver medalist in independent Open class at the 2019 Winter Guard International Winds World Championships. Read the rest of the article here.
October 22nd, 2019 | Filed under Current News,Winter Guard International News | Read More »