George P. Andrews, Sr., 75, of Johnston, passed away at home on Monday, May 17, 2021. Born in Providence, and a long-time resident of Johnston, he was married to the love of his life, the late Patricia M. (Ritter) for over 51 years and the son of the late Arthur and Josephine (Petrucci) Andrews. George […]
Hudson Music has released a teaser for Steve Gadd’s new instructional book – the first he’s ever written. Titled Gaddiments, the book presents a series of rudimental passages inspired by Steve Gadd’s time in drum corps and his love of the rudiments of drumming. Read the rest of the article here.
Ascend Performing Arts is pleased to announce the promotion of Daniel Belcher to Assistant Director of the Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps. Daniel Belcher, currently the Director of Member Experience with the Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps will now be stepping into the role of Assistant Director where he will be working side […]
A celebration of life for Bonny Krenz will be held this Saturday at 12:30 pm at St. Matthias Church (9306 W. Beloit Road) in Milwaukee. Following the service, there will be a memorial luncheon at Pioneerland (2001 E. Birchwood Ave. Cudahy 53110) next to the airport. Please bring any pictures, memorabilia, and stories to share […]
Rachel Saint Vincent (Anderson) AKA “Peanut” What year(s) did you march in the Blue Knights? 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2008 What section? Colorguard, Colorguard Captain in 2008 Read the rest of the article here.
We need more conversations and concrete action to make drum corps more accessible to minority and unrepresented communities. With Bryen Warfield of the Bluecoats Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Council. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes and Amazon. Read the rest […]
As businesses, governmental agencies, theaters, restaurants, schools and organizations come back to life after a year-long “forced hiatus” caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, abundant opportunities have been created for a “recalibration” of strategic plans to ensure a smooth transition and successful future. As the board of directors of Jersey Surf, Inc., continues to explore the […]
We are so pleased to announce that our very own Lauren Ripley has been designated one of the Volunteers of the Year awards for Drum Corps International’s 2021 season. We could not agree more, and are so thankful for Lauren and all that she has done for the programs of The Arizona Academy of the […]
Widely admired performer, arranger and innovator Ken Norman, inducted into the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame in 2006, passed away peacefully in hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Sunday May 9 shortly after suffering a massive stroke. Because of continued pandemic restrictions a celebration of life is delayed until an appropriate time.
IN CONJUNCTION WITH DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL, THE CADETS ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT JAY TRAVIS HAS BEEN CHOSEN AS ONE OF DCI’S VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR FOR 2021. “Volunteers serve as the lifeblood of every drum corps, providing much-needed assistance and support to ensure that performing students can take part in the life-changing drum corps […]
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