Entering in their sixth year of existence, the Watchmen Drum and Bugle Corps is stronger than ever. Starting as a brass ensemble in 2013, Watchmen has grown into a full size open class corps and will be touring this year in California, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado. This year’s production is entitled “Gods of the Nile”, […]
The Academy is looking for qualified CDL drivers to help move our fleet of 3 semi tractor/trailers down the road this summer. The tour will cover about 13,000 miles over 8 weeks. Tour dates are June 18 through August 14. We would prefer drivers who are available for the entire tour, but will consider those […]
This summer, Southwind unlocks drama with an exciting new show. Take a look and see. By all indications, this will be Southwind’s breakout year. A few open positions still remain. To learn more, contact us at auditions [at] southwind [dot] org. Read the rest of the article here.
In its fifth year of competition, Magic of Scout House Winter Guard, is a competitive part of the Scout House family. The guard is based in Kitchener, Ontario. Their high-energy show for 2019 is a tribute to “Women Who Rock”. The rousing program includes some of the most iconic rock songs all performed by women. […]
Through the joyful and transformational power of music, the Field Band Foundation (FBF) aims to prepare self-confident youth to contribute to society in meaningful ways. The combination of our advantageous presence and platform which engage over 6000 youth in over 23 communities and the current unemployment rate, presents a unique opportunity to affect change at […]
The success of the Music City Drum Corps depends upon a team of volunteers who fill many key roles, including feeding hungry corps members and staff during weekend camps. Alumni volunteer Kenneth Sutton of Springfield, Tenn. talks about his experience helping during the February camp and why other corps alumni members should consider volunteering, too. […]
Online registration is now open for Spirit U, Spirit of Atlanta’s summer camp for high school-aged performers. Now in its third year on the campus of the University of West Georgia, the 3-day camp provides a perfect opportunity for up and coming students to experience what drum and bugle corps-style training is like. Classes focus […]
The cost of drum corps has always been challenging to the members, regardless of the year. The Bluecoats have offered the members different fundraisers over time to whittle down the cost of dues (the old fashioned way of saying “tuition”). One of the more unique ways a member could lower their out of pocket cost […]
Put the “social” back in social media. Build your brand with engaging, positive conversations. With Paul Garza of Compass Drum and Bugle Corps. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes. Read the rest of the article here.
At the center of every strong drum corps is a 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 the […]
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