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Mandarins Dragon Golf Classic

Save The Date! – May 18, 2024 The Mandarins Dragon Golf Classic RETURNS for the Year of the Dragon, at the Wildhorse Golf Club in Davis, CA. Last year’s Classic was a resounding success and we’re pleased to bring back this fun and exciting event. Read the rest of the article here.

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The Spartans Welcome Brian Murphy as Design and Staff Advisor for the 2024 Season!

Brian brings a vast background to the Spartans with over 50 years of experience. Most recently Brian was the Program Coordinator and Corps Director for The Cadets for the 2023 season. Brian was also the Visual Coordinator at The Cadets for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. Brian was also involved with the Boston Crusaders for […]

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The Bluecoats 2024 Drum Majors & Team Hands

We’re excited to announce our drum majors & conductors for the 2024 Bluecoats! Returning to the Bluecoats in a new position, Antonio (Tony) Gamez will take on the role of Drum Major. 2023 conductors ?? (John) Cong and Catherine Oles will return as Assistant Drum Majors. Collin Jarvis and Red Willhelm join the Bluecoats team […]

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Michael Smith – WDCHOF Scholarship Success Story

The son of Hall of Fame member Neal Smith (Class of 2008), Michael Smith is a 2-time recipient of the Hall of Fame Scholarship, support from which helped him achieve his MA from Boston College and PhD in English from Duquesne University. Currently he is Program Officer of the Fine Foundation, in charge of grantmaking […]

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The Academy is turning GREEN!

SHOW REVEAL ALERT?!?!?!?!? No, not quite that cool, but still exciting news regarding the annual fundraising campaign with the WM Phoenix Open. Our board will TRIPLE your donation! Your $100 donation will actually become a $330 gift to The Academy. Read the rest of the article here.

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Unleash Your Imagination: Spirit of Atlanta Announces its 2024 Program titled ‘Creatures

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey as Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps proudly presents its 2024 program, “Creatures.” This captivating production is set to make its debut in July as part of the Drum Corps International tour, promising an immersive and unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. Read the rest of […]

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Marching Roundtable 1196: Sky Ryders Create a Path to Return to the Field

With a nod to the past, the Sky Ryders Performing Arts Foundation looks to the future to provide marching arts opportunities for generations to come. With Dr. Jay Smith, Dale Antoine, and Russ Chandler. Website: Sky Ryders Performing Arts Foundation You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, […]

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The Cavaliers Welcomes Daniel Belcher as New Drum Corps Director

The Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps proudly announces the appointment of Daniel Belcher as their next Drum Corps Director. As previously announced, Dr. Michael Vaughn, retiring corps director, will continue with the organization through the end of the 2024 drum corps season working with Daniel to ensure a smooth transition. Read the rest of the […]

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2024 Gold Audition Update – Jan 14-15, 2024

We are less than 1 week away from our first GOLD Experience and Audition Event of 2024, and I am looking forward to seeing you there! Below are some updates and other important information for the upcoming event. Read the rest of the article here.

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Welcome The Academy Percussion Team Leads

As the season is fast approaching, The Academy is pleased to share the Lead Staff for the Percussion Team. See all of their bios and check back as the entire team is finalized soon. Read the rest of the article here.

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