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Be A Crusader in 2024

Now is YOUR TIME to join the Boston Crusaders! We are seeking new members to join the Boston Crusaders brass, battery, front ensemble, and color guard in 2024! This season, all auditions begin with a video! Start your BAC experience by submitting a video audition showcasing your best skills by November 1st. After round one, […]

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Corps Director Update – Meet Our Incredible 2024 Staff Team!

Dear Vanguard Family, It’s with great excitement and pride that I introduce to you our remarkable team of corps managers, designers, and caption managers who will guide the Santa Clara Vanguard on this exciting journey in 2024. First, I’d like to acknowledge the retirement of DCI Hall of Famer Scott Koter, whose contributions to our […]

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VMAPA Announces New CEO and Plan for Return of the Santa Clara Vanguard in 2024

Vanguard Music and Performing Arts (VMAPA) has appointed Dr. Russell Gavin (Russ) as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Gavin brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the organization, and his leadership is poised to guide us towards a vibrant future with focus on organizational stability and member experience. Dr. Russell […]

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2024 Blue Stars Job Opportunities

We are looking for dedicated and dynamic people to join our team and support our mission of providing a positive and life-changing experience for our members during the 2024 DCI Summer Tour! These positions are a great opportunity to gain experience in the marching arts and to learn what it takes to facilitate the behind […]

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Michael Lentz and Jason Combs to Lead Troopers Color Guard

The Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps is pleased to announce the addition of Michael Lentz and Jason Combs to the color guard leadership team. Michael has designed for both world and open class drum corps, DCA, Indoor Winds, High School Marching bands, WGI and more. He served as Artistic Director for the 2014 Boston Crusaders […]

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Presenting The Cavaliers 2024 Caption Heads

The Cavaliers are thrilled to introduce our 2024 caption heads, who are all returning staff members from the previous season. We eagerly anticipate building upon last year’s successful creative collaborations and cross-caption teamwork with these esteemed leaders, and we celebrate the promotion of Cheryl Lee to the position of Brass Caption Head. Revered music education […]

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Music City Drum Corps Announces New Caption Leadership Team for the 2024 Season

Music City Drum Corps is thrilled to announce the addition of three individuals to our caption leadership team for the 2024 season, bringing a wealth of expertise and passion for the activity to our organization. Chaz Bledsoe, Music City’s Corps Director, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are thrilled to have Tom, Chad, and Nikki join […]

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The Cavaliers Announce 2024 Design Team

The Cavaliers are thrilled to announce their 2024 program design team. Building upon the solid foundation of ten dedicated and seasoned individuals who have returned to their roles from last year, we are excited to announce a dynamic addition: we proudly welcome Mason Daffinee as Drill Designer. His fresh, innovative perspective promises to add an […]

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Year 3 Update: Introducing Performing Arts Access, Safety and Inclusion Network, Inc.

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Last year, we committed to prioritizing community education through town halls, discussion circles, and workshops. Following the second year of DCI SafeSport compliance requirements, we released a Guide to Debriefing from SafeSport Training for educators and administrators. We published our research committee findings from our collegiate marching band experience project, and our annual WGI and […]

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A Legacy of Leadership

At their August 11, 2023 board meeting, Cavaliers Arts, Performance & Education, Inc. (CAPE) revealed that two pivotal members will retire following the 2024 season: Dr. Michael Vaughn, Director of The Cavaliers; and Monte Mast, Executive Director of CAPE. Both will remain in their roles throughout the 2024 drum corps season, ensuring a seamless transition […]

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