As a former band director and member of the U.S. Air Force band, the new executive director of the Music City Drum Corps has seen first-hand how music can transform lives. So it’s no surprise why Kent Baker was drawn to Nashville’s W.O. Smith Music School. “The W.O. Smith School of Music is one of […]
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 […]
The Boston Crusaders 2018 February production camp is in the books and the members continue to impress. The brass and percussion continue to work incredibly hard in between camps so that time together is completely maximized and the focus is on creating musical synergy when all the performers assemble. The weekend started with a special […]
Music City Drum Corps’ success depends upon a team of volunteers who fill many key roles, including feeding hungry corps members and staff during weekend camps. First-time volunteer Mark Watkins of Maryville, Ill. talks about his experience helping in the kitchen at the February camp and why you should consider volunteering, too. Watkins’ daughter Chloe […]
Looking for an adventure this summer? Bluecoats is seeking highly-motivated and detail-oriented individuals to fill internships during the Bluecoats Bloo18 Summer Tour. Positions include: Tour Operations Intern (2-3) Tour Operations Intern w/ Stage Mgmt Focus (1) Food Service Operations Intern (1) Media and Communication Intern (1) Merchandising Intern (1) Fundraising and Development Intern (1-2) Read […]
Craig and Daisey Hilbun met for the first time at Pacific Crest’s Memorial Day Camp in 2000, although had already marched together in the Tournament of Roses parade that year. Craig’s sly introduction of “Hi, I’m Craig” led to a friendship between the two throughout the season. Daisey was a member of the color guard […]
Pacific Crest is proud to introduce our drum majors for the 2018 season: Andrew Fresquez, Andrew Barone, and Andrea Nordahl. Andrew Fresquez Head Drum Major Andrew Fresquez is a five-year veteran of Pacific Crest. He is currently finishing his Associate’s degree in Music Performance at Riverside City College, and plans to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree […]
Vanguard Music and Performing Arts is honored to announce our 2018 Hall of Fame Inductees. Please join us in welcoming JW Koester, Stephenie Hebert, and Dan Smith! These three notable individuals join the 23 previously inducted SCV Hall of Fame members, including Vanguard greats like Myron Rosander, Fred Sanford, and our Corps founder, Gail R. […]
Last season, Spirit of Atlanta and Adams/Pearl teamed up to create the World-class quality of sound you heard on the field for the production “Crossroads: We Are Here.” Spirit of Atlanta was proud to be the first drum corps to introduce Adams Marching Brass to the marching activity, and now, you can bring some of […]
IMPORTANT CAMP UPDATE – The location for February Camp has been changed. Camp will now be held at La Conner Elementary School, 305 N 6th St, La Conner, WA 98257. Camp begins Friday, February 23. Check-In’s open at 6 PM. Camp will finish with Dismissal and Pack-out at 3 PM, Sunday February 25. Read the […]
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