2021 marks the Twentieth Anniversary of The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps – from its humble beginnings as a brass ensemble to the World Class corps it is today. Beginning Tuesday May 11th, each day for 20 days, The Academy will present a short video recounting the highlights of each year along the journey.
A CHALLENGE… SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT Brian Fay, a Cadets Snare Drummer from 1986-1988 and member of the 1987 “perfect percussion section,” has issued a challenge to his fellow alumni and fans: He will add $1934 to his Maroon & Gold Day contribution if 50 more people make a gift to the corps. […]
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HOMECOMING WEEKEND 2021 WILL CULMINATE WITH A WONDERFUL EVENT HONORING THE 1987 CADETS AND CELEBRATING THE 87TH YEAR OF OUR CORPS. The Cadets Alumni Experience Committee has planned a series of special events in which alumni will finally gather for the first time in two years. The biggest event of the weekend, this year’s gala […]
THE HOLY NAME CADETS ARE BEING HONORED BY A SPECIAL MASS FOR THE CURRENT MEMBERS, CADETS ALUMNI AND CADETS ETERNAL IN CELEBRATION OF THE CORPS’ 87TH-ANNIVERSARY YEAR. “A tiny, wooden, Catholic church in the blue-collar, family-oriented community of Garfield, New Jersey, was where the spark was lit. The church was tiny, but the name was […]
We are thrilled to announce that Jay Murphy has been inducted into the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame class of 2021 with the “Pen of Pageantry” and amazing Michael Boo. Michael Boo Affectionately dubbed by many as the “Pen of Pageantry” after working on projects for Drum Corps International, Winter Guard International and Bands […]
The corps is excited to announce dates for in person percussion clinics this spring. The dates are Saturday, May 22nd. Saturday June 12th. Saturday June 26th. The clinics will begin at 9AM and end at 1PM. The clinics will take place at the Pheasant Lane Mall front parking lot (Near Smokey Bones) on the Daniel […]
Have you visited the all-new Phan Shop yet? It’s where you’ll find all our apparel and gear in one place, from tour shirts (coming soon!) to the Basics Block collection, featuring timeless designs that will be available year-round. And now The Phan Shop has a fresh new look, and a custom-designed order tracker just for […]
ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2021, THE CADETS’ COMMUNITY OF ALUMNI, STAFF, FANS AND VOLUNTEERS CAME TOGETHER IN ONE THE MOST SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING DAYS IN THE CORPS’ HISTORY. In addition to the traditional Maroon & Gold giving format, The Cadets introduced Maroon and Gold+ for 2021, a monthly giving program for those who prefer to spread […]
We’re yearning to hear the beating of drums and the clarion call of brass once again. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Ascend Performing Arts staff and volunteers, as well as the heartfelt contributions of alumni, friends, fans, and supporters, our Blue Knights Ensembles will be able to bring their performances to the field and […]
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