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Five Tips to Help Your Kids Make the Most of Their Drum Corps Audition

The world of drum corps is a high-performance activity that demands not only musical proficiency but also dedication, discipline, and an unwavering passion for the art form. As a parent, you play a pivotal role in guiding and supporting your young musicians as they prepare for one of the most critical performances of their life—the […]

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Chris Holland Promoted To CEO of Inspire Arts And Music

Inspire Arts & Music, the parent company of the Boston Crusaders, announced the promotion of Chris Holland to CEO during last month’s annual board meeting. Chris Holland has served as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director of Inspire Arts & Music and the Boston Crusaders since 2015. Under Holland’s leadership as COO, the Inspire Arts […]

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Blue Stars Annual General Membership Meeting

The Blue Stars, Performing Arts for Youth, Inc. will hold its annual General Membership meeting on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 6:00pm Central via Zoom. All individuals interested in the Blue Stars, Performing Arts for Youth, Inc. are encouraged to attend. Everyone is welcome, including parents of auditioning students, current parents, alumni, family, and friends. […]

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Mandarins Percussion Staff announced for 2024!

It’s time to meet our Percussion staff for the Year of the Dragon. With our Battery staff, Front Ensemble Staff, and Percussion Consultants fully announced, check out our complete staff bios at Mandarins.org Read the rest of the article here.

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Music City launches recurring gift campaign

Donations to Music City allow the organization to continue fulfilling the mission of providing accessible and experiential education in music and visual arts to young people through programming emphasizing camaraderie, well-being, and leadership development. “Recurring Donations are a great way for you to give to Music City each month all year and help provide sustainability […]

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2024 Blue Devils C Season Starts in November

Since 1980, The Blue Devils C Corps has been helping young performers ages 8-15 jump start their journey into the marching arts! It’s the perfect introduction for beginner percussion, brass, and color guard students in Northern California who are getting started in their performance career. No experience necessary! PLUS, getting involved with Blue Devils C […]

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Top 10 Things You Can Do to Max Out Your Drum Corps Audition

Securing a coveted spot with the Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps is no easy feat. We attract the brightest and most talented musicians who aspire to perform at the highest levels of the drum corps world. But as you’re an ambitious individual, you already know that the best opportunities come to those who […]

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Spirit of Atlanta Sets Sights on $100k Goal in ‘March to 100k’ Fundraising Drive

Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps is proud to unveil its “March to 100k” year-end fundraising campaign, an ambitious initiative designed to tackle pressing financial challenges and ensure a thriving future for the organization. With a target of raising $100,000 by the close of 2023, this campaign is poised to fortify Spirit of Atlanta’s […]

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On A Water Break – The One That Is Our 50th EPISODE!!!

It’s our 50th EPISODE!!!!! We decided to do give you our 50 best performances of the year! This episode will have the first 25 and stay tuned next week for the remaining 25! From DCI to WGI to College Band & Mummers, we have all the performances you need to go back and watch! Read […]

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Mandarins Brass staff announced for 2024

We continue our staff announcements with our 2024 Brass Staff! An incredible group of educators, with MANY familiar faces and some new faces! We are excited to welcome Travis Higgins and Sarah Paradis to the team! Check out our full staff bios at mandarins.org and register for auditions today! #MX24 Read the rest of the […]

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