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Announcing Chris McCarthy as Guard Designer & Caption Supervisor

The Troopers are extremely excited to announce the addition of Chris McCarthy as the Troopers Colorguard Designer and Caption Supervisor. Chris has an extensive background in the Colorguard world. He is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Origins Colorguard based out of Austin, Texas. Most recently he served as the Co-Caption Head and Choreographer at […]

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Show the Troopers Love with Scholarship Support

Now is the perfect time to show our 2024 Troopers some love! You help us put the best corps on the field when you give to our Mick & Susie McMurry Scholarship fund. This fund provides flexibility to corps staff to support members who may face challenges paying their tour fees. Read the rest of […]

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Blue Saints Looking For Members

We are looking for members from ages 12-21. Come be a part of the 72nd edition of The Blue Saints Drum and Bugle Corps. This is a FREE program that promotes discipline, teamwork and builds self confidence while you travel with friends throughout Canada and the USA performing for thousands of people. No Experience necessary […]

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Marching to the Beat of Love: A Spirit Valentine’s Day

In the world of drum corps, you easily find passion and perseverance, and it’s easy for emotions to run high. At Spirit of Atlanta, this passion extends beyond music and performances, weaving a tapestry of enduring friendships and love stories. As we delve into the heart of the corps, you quickly uncover the remarkable connections […]

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Jason Parent appointed Operations Director

Effective May 1, 2024, Jason Parent will join Music City Youth in the Arts as Operations Director. Jason has been involved with the marching arts in one way or another for over 3 decades. He has been a program coordinator, instructional / support staff, bus / truck driver, volunteer and a marching member for several […]

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Anna Meredith Discusses Bluecoats on BBC Radio 3 – Music Matters

On Saturday Anna Meredith joined Tom Service on the UK radio program Music Matters, hosted on BBC Radio 3. She discussed Bluecoats’ use of three of her titles, focusing on the 2022 use of Nautilus in Riffs & Revelations. When asked about the corps and its use of her music she said, “I love everything […]

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Mandarins Trophy Lobby and Band Room Dedication

Thanks to a generous donation from Jimmie & Mary Yee and Family, the Mandarins Event Center’s Trophy Lobby and Band Room was dedicated in their honor on February 10, 2024. Jimmie became involved with the Mandarins drum corps (formerly Ye Wah) during its formation in 1963, when his oldest daughter joined the corps in the […]

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Mandarins Panda Express Virtual Fundraiser

Gung Hay Fat Choy ~ Happy Chinese New Year! Celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Dragon with us on Friday, February 9, 2024 through our Panda Express Virtual Fundraiser. Help support the Mandarins at over 2,000 Panda Express locations nationwide. Read the rest of the article here.

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Troopers Hall of Fame – Nominations Open

Hello to everyone out there in Troopers land! We are entering another exciting year of activities for all of us. The experience that we have created for all of the young people that are and have been participating in this activity is phenomenal. When I say we, I think of all of the parents, volunteers, […]

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2024 Phantom Regiment Tickets: NOW AVAILABLE!

Tickets in the Phantom Regiment block are now on sale! Secure your seats NOW and cheer on Phantom Regiment surrounded by Phans. This is your best chance to: See Phantom Regiment live at all of DCI’s major events Secure premium seat locations at a variety of price levels Sit with other incredible Phans PLUS: A […]

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