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 […]
Excitement is building as we prepare to get the corps back on the field in July for our workshops and performance. The corps will play the music of Cody Fry “Want Me Back” as a production piece. Registration for the July workshops is open until the end of June so sign up! Lets have a […]
To honor Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we talked to three of our proud AAPI SCV Alumni about their family support growing up, why Vanguard was their dream corps and what their favorite traditions were (Hint: lots of love for the aussie)! They also respond to the recent spike in violence against the AAPI […]
The time is now, so get excited! Join us for our first in-person rehearsals since February of 2020. Spirit of Atlanta is excited to be able to host live, in-person sessions May 15, 22, and June 12 at Denmark High School in Alpharetta, Ga. These rehearsals will be free and open to all members who […]
Forward Leadership, in partnership with Worthington Kilbourne High School (Columbus, OH) announces a 3-day, in-person drum major & leadership camp from June 14-16. Who: Central Ohio-based high school and collegiate drum majors When: June 14-16, 2021 from 9a-12p and 1-4p Where: Worthington Kilbourne High School, Columbus, OH Read the rest of the article here.
Level-up your marching career and learn what it takes to be a World-Class performer, IN-PERSON! Serving all levels of expertise, the snare and tenor camp with Pacific Crest gives a world class percussion experience, preparing you for whatever stage of your marching career you’re in. Read the rest of the article here.
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