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We 're adding 2 new tunes for 2009. One is St. Louis Blues. This will be a more modern version of the one played by the Defenders in the 60s. The second one is … Stay tuned, big announcement next week!

We ended our season on a high note (no pun intended - OK, yes there was!) at the Plymouth Show. We boasted 49 horns (We hope to add to that number for 2009).

Welcome back Kevin! Steve

I didn't even know that Tim played drums in She's Not There until I saw the video! Nice job everyone. Steve

Hi Geoff, It was a pleasure performing with you in the Light Brigade. What a great performance to out on! If you still have my card, please get in touch. As we talked about before, and for anyone else who may be interested, The Defenders of Rockland have had a very successful first year. We have over 50 horns and a small but smokin' drum line. We have a full rehearsal once a month and 2 optional sectional rehearsals for those who need or want to play more often. Our open house is planned for January 18 at the Rockland Community Center (Union St. - diagonally across from Holy Family Church) from 1 to 4 PM. For more information contact Dale at: dale@defendersalumni.org or Steve at: steve@defendersalumni.org WEB SITE: http://www.defendersalumni.org/ We have openings in all sections. Thanks, Steve

Anyone have a review of the Plymouth show? I was performing with two groups so I didn't get to see the other corps. Thanks, Steve

I know the parade is going to be Cooold! We have a few hours to defrost, then on to the show! It's going to be a good one!

I'll be playing with 2 corps in Plymouth Light Brigade is ending their long illustrious run. This will be our last show. We're pulling out all the stops and it should be a great show. We're going out with a bang and should not to be missed. If you enjoy the baritone solo in the Chicago medley, it was me, if not , it was Terri Connelly! The Defenders are playing in our very first Plymouth show. We're very excited to be in the company of some of the great drum corps of our time. Our show is strong and we should be very entertaining. We put the show together in 13 full rehearsal in 13 months (plus some optional sectionals). We're looking to grow and are accepting new members in January at our open house. For more information contact Dale - the director, at: dale@defendersalumni.org or me (Steve) - the music director, at: steve@defendersalumni.org Web Site: http://www.defendersalumni.org/ Thanks, Hope to see you at the Plymouth show, Steve (aka "The Saint")

Any Interest in the Plymouth Show?

This Saturday is the National Senior Drum & Bugle Corps Reunion Concert, at Memorial Hall in Plymouth MA. Come on down and have a good time! I'll be playing with 2 corps that night. Light Brigade is ending their long illustrious run. This will be our last show. We're pulling out all the stops and it should be a great show. We're going out with a bang and should not to be missed. If you enjoy the baritone solo in the Chicago medley, it was me, if not , it was Terri Connelly! The Defenders are playing in our very first Plymouth show. We're very excited to be in the company of some of the great drum corps of our time. Our show is strong and we should be very entertaining. We put the show together in 13 full rehearsal in 13 months (plus some optional sectionals). We're looking to grow and are accepting new members in January at our open house. For more information contact Dale - the director, at: dale@defendersalumni.org or me (Steve) - the music director, at: steve@defendersalumni.org Web Site: http://www.defendersalumni.org/ Thanks, Hope to see you at the Plymouth show, Steve (aka "The Saint")

Good Luck to everyone at MCA today!

If you like the 1 minute peek, come see the whole show! Steve

He now takes it intravenously.

Hi Donny, It's pretty close. Taken right from McBeth’s original. I just modulated into the last chorus to keep to keep from double-tonguing on “High Gs.” My daughter’s playing with the Defenders and I’m playing with Mass Brass! I wonder who my wife will be rooting for? Hope you enjoy it! Steve Dorgan Brass Arranger & Brass Instructor Defenders Alumni Corps

Hey Dave. Sounds like your crankin' it up for Albany. It's always good to peak at the right time! Defenders had their last rehearsal last night, and I think we're ready. I'll let you know Saturday night at about 10:30! Good luck to Amoskeag. Steve

It's worth a big cold one just to hear you guys admit it! I might even buy one for the Captain! You guys were pretty good too! Great rehearsal last night, especially Mikey! Nice tempos - Great kicks - Cool fills

The Baris are happy to carry the sopranos in yet another performance.

I heard we can use music stands on Thursday afternoon!

Mini Corps is alive and well in Massachusetts! Good luck to the Defenders. I know for a fact that they've got some players! My loyalties are mixed. My daughter's playing with Defenders (where I teach and arrange the music) and I'm performing with Mass Brass. If I lose to my daughter, I'll never hear the end of it! A good thing it won't happrn (this year!). "The Saint"

27th Lancers 27th Lancer Alumni Light Brigade Mass Brass Defenders Alumni Taught: Cardinal Cushing Cadets 27th Lancers 27th Lancer Alumni 21st Lancers Debonnaires White Eagles Valley-Aires Defenders Sancians Defenders Alumni

Heat and humility in DCA!

I'd like to thank everyone for their kind words and encouragement. The Open House went well. 5 new horn players. We had 39 horns at rehearsal with 4 regulars missing for a total of 43. We still have 14 people who have told me they're going to play. If half of you show up, we'll hit 50! We're looking for more, so if you're interested, let us know. We only rehearse once a month but the improvement is coming fast. In 5 rehearsals we've learned 5 tunes, all Defender classics. Maybe, Divergents, She's Not There, America The Beautiful, & Solitaire. We'll finish Brass Roots in May and St. Louis Blues in June. Then it's clean, clean clean ... "The Saint"

Thanks, Dale. To follow up: We had 31 horns at rehearsal on Jan. 20 plus the 3 regulars that were missing. We also have commitments from another 6 or 8 (plus others on the fence). We've played through Maybe, Divergents, America The Beautiful & part of She's Not There. Good job, everyone! We'll get through Brass Roots (Doc Severinsen) and St. Louis Blues (old Defender favorite) over the next 2 rehearsals. Then we start cleaning! We still have openings in all sections. See you on Feb. 17 - The drum line will start on the 17th. Thanks, Steve

Thanks for the kind words, Art. Say hi to Rick for me. (& Mary Alice) Steve Dorgan By the way - Defender rehearsal has been changed due to the playoffs. It's noon to 3pm on Jan. 20.

Our December 16th rehearsal has been cancelled due to weather. Our next rehearsal will be Jan. 20 from 4 to 7 pm. Rockland Comunity Center: 394 Union St. (around back). See you there & bring a friend. Steve