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Wow! Brand new King Ultimate Marching Brass! We are talking about a seriously happy brass section. The brass members arrived early on Friday to sort out assigning new instruments and after their first warm up, spent the rest of the evening working on the corps song, Imagine. The new instruments... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

The Mandarins will perform in concert at the Pacific Rim Street Fest, in Old Sacramento on Sunday, May 23. Performance time is 11:15 a.m., at the Sacramento Bee Stage near the Discovery Museum. Stop by to say hello and check out the corps' public debut of musical selections from our... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Welcome back to David Crook as the Pioneer Color Guard Caption Head and Arranger. David worked at Pioneer in 2008 as a co writer and technician for the Pioneer Guard. Since then his work at the ONYX Color Guard has shown that is a valuable addition to the Pioneer Guard... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

The Devils from Witzenhausen will participate in the DCE European Championships in Kerkrade this year. A spot freed up because the Senators have announced that they will not be competing this year.The Devils were the first corps on the waiting list for the DCE European Championships of 2010. Drum Corps... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

Grammy award winner Will Calhoun will join The Academy on stage for their third theater production, CenterStage. Legendary drummer for the band Living Colour, Will is a widely acclaimed drummer from the Bronx, New York. He graduated from the Berklee School of Music in Boston, where he received a... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

I have done some crazy things for my children: badgered coworkers to buy things they didn't need, washed total strangers' cars and spent way too many Friday nights in a concession stand. But when Larry, my oldest child, joined Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps, volunteering took on a whole... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Spirit Members, Alumni, Friends, Fans, and Family,It is with great pleasure that we announce this gathering once again. When we first did this in 2001, we never dreamed it would become such a part of our history. Executive Director Joel Vincent has put forth a great effort to allow us... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

Queen’s day and Liberation Day are two beautiful Dutch national holidays that are known for live music, parties and other festivities throughout the country. It makes perfect sense that Beatrix’ takes part in the celebrations on these days.Last week, early in the morning of Friday the 30th of April, Beatrix’... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

Pacific Crest's Sneak Preview takes place Saturday, June 12, 2010, at Irvine High School.The event begins at 6 PM with dinner, and concludes with Pacific Crest's performance of its 2010 production, Maze.Tickets are $15. You may purchase them online or by calling Betty Yoder at 909-598-5961.Join our fans, famillies, and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

What if you had the ability to take another shot at a decision, opportunity, or moment? How might choosing a different direction lead to alternate opportunities? Performing musical selections inspired by these possibilities, the corps’ repertoire includes the Second Symphonies of Mahler and Khatchaturian, Danzon No.2 by... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

Since he was eight years old, Arthur J. Mura has carried a connection with The Cadets. As a boy, living around the corner from the Garfield, N.J., Catholic church, interaction with the Holy Name Cadets was practically an everyday occurrence. Three of his family members - Albert, Charles and Marc... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

Drum Corps United Kingdom are pleased to now announce details of the Corps registered to compete in each contest for the 2010 season together with confirmation of the show venues.On Sunday 4th July 9 Corps will be attending the first DCUK contest of the season in Stoke On Trent at... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

The Cadets are ready to head to Spring Training and they want you right there along with them! Then follow the corps - from the first show on June 18 - all the way to DCI World Championships in Indianapolis, Ind., on Aug. 14.With Cadets ALL ACCESS it’s possible –... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Mike Martin knows he's been fortunate.At 24 years old, the Atlanta native and Phantom Regiment alumnus was recently named to a full-time position as fourth/utility trumpet in the world-renowned Boston Symphony Orchestra and Boston Pops. I'm fortunate to be in a position where even if I never play another position... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

The Parkstad Limburg Stadion is already filling up for the DCE European Championships. There is still a rush on tickets in the pre-sale for the European Championships. After section A, the B sections are now almost sold out as well. So if you want a seat, don't wait too long... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

It is with great pleasure that we announce that The Spartans Drum and Bugle Corps has been approved for full touring and DCI Championship event status. More information regarding show dates, tour, and building greater support from the community, alumni, and staff will be announced over the course of the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

Michael D. Gough says he’s been making movies since he was 9 years old.“That’s when I got my first video camera and was out in the backyard, making backyard movies.”As a trumpet player in the Troopers Drum Bugle Corps in 2001, he took a video camera along on... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

The Mandarins have posted their spring update video on their website. The video introduces the 2010 Drum Majors and also two members from the Mandarins Guard Academy. Also, Ron Munekawa give an update on the corps' progress.Read the rest of the article here (http://www.mandarins.org/). ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

Keith Hallas, GLASSMEN Brass Coordinator, visits China for the World Exposition!Traveling as a guest of Dynasty Company, Keith Hallas recently traveled to China as a featured clinician and speaker at the Chinese Association of Symphonic Bands and Ensembles (CASBE) Festival.Held in conjunction with the World Exposition in Shanghai, the CASBE... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Performances by Colts-partner programs Pandemonium from Prescott Elementary School and the Senior Color guard, plus the Colts and the Colt Cadets were well received by a large, enthusiastic audience.Our 2009 drum major and 2010 tour assistant and videographer Alex Giddings put together a highlight video.Enjoy the show and welcome to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

Blue Stars Alumnus Billy Silva (tenors: 04, 05, 06, 09) hasn't been sitting around since marching off the field finals night last August. Billy has been traveling the world helping others in some of the most disadvantaged areas on earth. Recently, he spent time rebuilding Haiti after the devastating earthquake... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

The Irvine Valley College Instrumental Music Area has signed on as a Corps at the Crest sponsor for the 2010 Time Warner Cable Southern Calfiornia Music Games. The community college is located in Irvine, California, and is celebrating its 25th anniversary.The mission of the Irvine Valley College Instrumental Music... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

LOOK NO FURTHER!!!! We still have a few positions still open:2 Front Ensemble Mallets1 Auxiliary Percussionist2 Baritones1 Contra.Read the rest of the article here (http://content.socaldream.org//index.php?option=com_content task=view id=131 Itemid=2). ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

LOOK NO FURTHER!!!! We still have a few positions still open:2 Front Ensemble Mallets1 Auxiliary Percussionist2 Baritones1 Contra.Read the rest of the article here (http://content.socaldream.org//index.php?option=com_content task=view id=131 Itemid=2). ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Where does one go after they are no longer eligible to march DCI? For a few Scouts’ alumni, it has meant serving their country while performing in “The Commandant’s Own”, The United States Marine Drum Bugle Corps.Warrant Officer James FoleyCurrently four Madison Scouts alumni serve in the Marine... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39