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We are proud to be returning for the fifth year to Veterans Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, MA. A great venue for a great drum corps show, right off I-495. This is the last 2010 show in New England, just before the corps make their way to Indiana for the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Presenting KnightVision - the premier site for Blue Knights tour information and multimedia content! Here you will find the latest news and scores from the 2009 tour, as well as updated Tour Schedule and Housing Information. Follow the Blue Knights on Twitter, and enjoy exclusive audio and video content through... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

Le tour de Baltimore was a success!The corps is back and getting ready to enjoy a weekend off before coming back for INFERNO! part deux on July 17. The corps winded its way through Baltimore through 5 very different parades. All the action was captured on our Drum Corps Planet... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

In the early morning of June 16, we sustained a fire on our cook truck that rendered the vehicle unusable. In the days following the event, the drum corps community came to our aid in a multitude of big ways. We'd like to offer particular thanks to Northern York High... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

Eight of the nation’s top drum and bugle corps will bring more than 1,000 musicians to Fairfield High School’s Stadium July 12 for the 2010 Summer Music Games.It is the 25th year Fairfield High School’s marching band has hosted the event – which sold out last year – and the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Cavaliers' Program Coordinator Scott Koter has posted a video on YouTube explaining their 2010 program Mad World, where the design comes from, what to look for, and what to take away from it. Each member of the design team explains the concept of the show from their caption's perspective... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

National Public Radio Correspondent and Cadet Alumnus John Ogle recently completed an in-depth news story on The Cadets during their stay in the Chesapeake, Va. The story aired on WCVE Public Radio in Richmond, Va., and features interviews with Brass Caption Supervisor Gino Cipriani and Cadets Assistant Director Justin Heimbecker.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

They call her Small Fry.That 4-foot, 11-inch drum major, standing tall for the Colts Drum and Bugle Corps Wednesday night during Music on the March, was Michelle Wolfe, a 17-year-old from Dickeyville, Wis. She is in her first year as a Colt, but her seventh with the organization.But first the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

Citizens of Indianapolis got a lunchtime treat Wednesday, June 23, as the Glassmen set up on the steps of the iconic Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument and showed fans and passerbys a glimpse of what's in store when corps head to the Circle City this August for the DCI World Championships.It... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

New for Summer 2010: The DCI iPhone app! In today's Field Pass presented by Zildjian, Dan Potter talks with IT Director Ricky Fritzsching and app designer Daniel Ferland about the newest way to follow Marching Music's Major League anytime, anywhere.Have a Field Pass question, comment or request? Leave a message... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

How about a warm-up for Show of Shows?The annual Show of Shows is Sunday, July 18 at Boylan High School Stadium, but the night before, we'll be celebrating all things Phantom Regiment with friends family at Players Pizza Pub. It's just a few blocks north of the stadium.$5 admission/donation at... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

“Iowa’s Ambassadors of Music,” the Colts from Dubuque, will join the seven-time Drum Corps International (DCI) world champion Cavaliers from Rosemont, Ill. and five more of the nation’s top drum and bugle corps in competition when the “Summer Showdown” returns to West Des Moines Valley High School Stadium on Sunday,... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

Jubal has also topped the second Drum Corps Netherlands contest in Huizen. Juliana and Beatrix follow at 0.75 and 1.4 points respectively. The contest took place in the sunny Wolfkamer sports park where DCN had a stand built on the artificial pitch because the S.V. (sports centre) Huizen is building... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

World-class drum and bugle corps color guard is not made up of young people who want to sleep on buses, spend money instead of make money in the summer, and can't blow a horn or bang a drum. Color guard is an integral third of the corps, along with brass... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Ever wanted that picture of your favorite Carolina Crown member, section or a just a cool shot for your office or home?Now you can have high quality photos of your favorite member or moment from the Carolina Crown season printed in a high quality format and mailed to your home.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

The Cadets honored three veterans as part of the Cadets Hall of Honored Veterans on June 29 at the Drum Corps – An American Tradition show at The College of New Jersey in Ewing. The inaugural program celebrates Cadets throughout the corps’ history that wore Maroon and Gold, and also... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

Youth Education in the Arts and Jersey Surf couldn’t have scripted the evening better! Drum Corps – An American Tradition at The College of New Jersey in Ewing was - from the first group’s step off to the awards ceremony - an energetic, fun and entertaining night of drum corps!... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

This year’s Yamaha Young Performing Artist (YYPA) Concert was held on Monday, June 21 at Braden Auditorium on the campus of Illinois State University in Normal, Ill as part of the Music For All (MFA) Summer Symposium. After the two-hour concert, which also featured two performances by Yamaha Trumpet Artist... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

Blue Knights present “Europa!” - A modern interpretation of timeless music through the lens of European art, choreography, and design.Drawing from the influence of Modern artists, Contemporary choreographers and designers throughout Europe, the Blue Knights present this unique perspective of classic Romantic music.Read the rest of the article here (http://www.bknights.org/bknights.org/news/?mode=headlines... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

The City Council will now make the call about whether a bingo hall can open in Concord.In April, the city issued an administrative approval of Pop's Bingo World, to be located in the old Velocity gym building on Willow Pass Road just west of Highway 242.The Concord Blue Devils drum... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

Dancing with the Legend is going to be a great night of fun, food, and music and we want you to be there! Please plan to join us on Friday night, August 6, 2010 at The Farmers’ Market in downtown Nashville. This event is a benefit for Music City Legend... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

How much does the finish on a brass instrument affect the sound of the horn? As we find out in today's Field Pass presented by Zildjian, some who've heard Carolina Crown's horn line this summer say the difference is noticeable.Have a Field Pass question, comment or request? Leave a message... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

Since Easter camp in April, Beatrix' has worked hard on the 2010 program Wicked . Many adaptations have been made and the first performances have been given.The Colorguard started practicing new movements after their successful winterguard season. In very little time they filled in big parts of the show... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Episode 2010-10 of the Drum Corps Planet Box Center podcast is now available for download! Join Managing News Editor Kevin Gamin as he reviews last weekend's results, looks forward to this weekend's performances, and gives his thoughts on the shows he's seen live. Kevin will also discuss technology and the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Plans are well underway to bring back to the Marching Band/Drum Corps arena the Band that was admired by so many; The Thurrock Marching Brass. Aimed at bringing something back for the youth of Thurrock, the effort will see many new youngsters that have never been involved in Marching... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39