The Spark! Ideas Conference is an exhilarating afternoon of creative inspiration designed for marching band directors, music instructors, college students; anyone who wants to refuel a passion for music performance and expand their professional network. The conference–produced by Ascend Performing Arts–is entering its 3rd year as a part of Ascend Education efforts. This year’s Spark! […]
The Madison Scouts are looking to supplement their summer-tour management team for the 2018 season. If you are looking to get experience working with a World Class touring music organization, this could be a great opportunity for you! The Madison Scouts will tour and perform throughout North America from June 23rd through the Drum Corps […]
For the past years, we have had a two person department but are looking to ramp up the efforts by expanding the department with new roles and responsibilities for this dynamic national organization. Below are the details of a position as the Communication Manager. We will be adding details for a director of marketing in […]
Celebrate the opening of the 2018 drum corps season! Get a sneak preview of Southern California drum corps as they unveil their 2018 shows in exhibition. 4:00 pm – Ticket Booth Opens 5:30 pm – Marketplace, Concessions and Festival Open 7:30 pm – Performance in the stadium Come early and enjoy the fine cuisine and […]
Ascend Performing Arts and Denver Public Schools will host another Denver Day of Drum Line Clinic for all drum lines in the DPS school district on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Bruce Randolph School (map). This Ascend Education clinic is brought in part by KHS America “Academic Alliance” (academicalliance.com) and Mapex Percussion (mapexdrums.com). “As part […]
A talented teenager from Sible Hedingham is set to join a marching band tour in America after overcoming her anxiety to perform in front of thousands of people. Ella Jeffrey, 14, who has been home schooled for two years due to her severe anxiety, has been invited to join Connecticut based Seventh Regiment on their […]
The Sacramento Mandarins announce a new sponsorship partnership with Fruhauf Uniforms, signing an exclusive agreement to become the sole uniform provider for the world class corps. As the exclusive manufacturer of the Mandarins Drum and Bugle Corps uniforms, the Fruhauf design team will collaborate with the Mandarins Program Director (Ike Jackson) and Creative Director (Mario […]
A reproduction of memorable scenes from the classic 1980 movie by Stanley Kubrick, the Oregon Crusaders 2018 show RED?UM will take you on a symbolic journey through “The Shining”. Source music for the show includes: Dies Irae – Berlioz Music for Strings, Percussion and Celeste – Bartok Uninvited – Alanis Morissette Danse Macabre – Saint-Saens […]
Registration Opportunities for phans and alumni to celebrate the annual Show of Shows Homecoming in Rockford are now available! Kickoff Party at Lino’s | Thursday, 7/5 For those that come to town the night before the show and for those in the area, this is a great time to reunite with old friends, and make […]
Jacob Kalemba brings extensive DCI and WGI experience to his new role joining Music City’s 2018 design team as color guard designer and choreographer. “I want to help create a unique identity for Music City for its debut in DCI World Class from a visual and color guard perspective,” Kalemba said. “The creative and design […]
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