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City Sound is thrilled to announce its DCI debut for the 2010 season. The drum and bugle corps will participate in DCI events throughout the summer. The corps will feature a full horn line, percussion section, and color guard.During the month of March, City Sound is accepting membership... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

There are a lot of details necessary to put together an organization from an idea to a functioning association.It has not been a smooth road and at times we have been met with some real challenges.Jeff Williams, Viscounts Royal Airs Sr., and Chris Ferrara, Royal Airs, would meet... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

On Tuesday, March 2, 2010, the Organization took delivery of 53-foot trailer to replace its current 45-foot trailer, in use since 2000. This is the completion of the first phase of our Trailer 2010 Campaign, said Pompel. The next step is to begin the build-out phase.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

We’re very excited to publish our new website design. We’ve reorganized our content navigation, added some promotions, and made it easier for you to contact us.Keep your eyes open for new announcements in the near future, as we expand our technology efforts and catch up to 2010!Read the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

The Cadets summer sales operation can generate $150,000 per summer. It is a traveling circus! We sell. We talk to recruits. We meet alumni. We make money to support The Cadets. And, we need a manager! The term of the position is June 1 to Aug. 15th. Our manager does... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

With the economy the way it is, more and more students are finding it harder to raise the funds to march with the corps of their choice. Many corps offer sponsorship programs, scholarships, fundraisers, or work programs to help their members raise the funds to participate each year. Students... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

The Drum Corps International events team continues to work through the details of the Drum Corps International Southwestern Championship. Originally scheduled as a one-day event at the San Antonio, Texas Alamodome, it will now be held as a two-night outdoor event taking place on Saturday and Sunday, July 24 and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

Do you have a great idea for a T-shirt and want to see it come to life? We've got just the thing for you. Enter our contest and you could see your shirt worn all around the country this summer. Everyone is eligible to enter.Winners will be... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

If you are interested in color guard and want to march drum corps, Legends is looking for you. We will be holding color guard auditions during our April Camp on April 23-25, 2010 in the Kalamazoo MI area. This is a mandatory camp for those interested in marching... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

The Bluecoats are proud to present TWO great drum corps events in 2010! INNOVATIONS IN BRASSFriday, July 9th, 7:00pmInfoCision Stadium - Summa Field (http://www.gozips.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=10800 ATCLID=3667207) ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Meet Grace Welter and follow 2010 Carolina Crown through GraceNOTES, a new blog featuring the thoughts and experiences of a corps member.Grace Welter has been actively involved in music since 1999 when she began her percussive career as a 5th grader in Eagan, Minnesota. She first became interested in further... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

The Crusaders recently completed their February camp at Lakewood Ranch High School.Overall attendance was down a bit this month as many members had excused absences due to school-related performances. It is corps policy that a required school music performance takes precedence over camp. Although we would love... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

Jarred Sozzi expects to stay busy this summer with his mellophone.Sozzi, 17, a Land O' Lakes High School junior and band member, will tour the country as part of Drum Corps International, which brings top-notch high school and college musicians together to perform marching routines at football stadiums across North... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Last weekend, former Star of Indiana members returned to action at the corps’ headquarters in Bloomington, Ind.Star of Indiana was a Drum Corps International member corps from 1985 to 1993. Winning the DCI World Championship title in 1991, the organization left the competitive drum corps circuit after the 1993 summer... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

It’s no walk in the park putting a nutritionally-balanced meal on the table for 225 hungry people. Especially three times a day for 90 days straight. At a cost of about $1,200 a day! Not an easy number to swallow when you’re trying to keep costs down while on the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

The Sun Devils Drum and Bugle Corps completed another successful camp this weekend as part of preparations for their third competitive season. Work on the 2010 program A Night at the Globe is well advanced, with all sections having received their complete musical books at previous camps.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

At our February camp Colts Executive Director, Greg Orwoll, announced that Ryan Brooks and Shane Connolly will be drum majors for the 2010 Colts Drum Bugle Corps.The following is a brief biography on each of the drum majors.Ryan BrooksRyan is from Knoxville, TN having lived there his entire... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

Atlanta CorpsVets would like to welcome Louis Lugo to the 2010 brass staff. Louis is a native of West Palm Beach, Florida and is currently a Doctoral Candidate in Trombone Performance. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Jacksonville State University, and a Master of Music in... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

The Rockford IceHogs will honor the Phantom Regiment when they play in the 11th Annual Jersey Auction game. The team will be wearing specially designed Drum and Bugle Hammy jerseys to recognize the Phantom Regiment, it was announced at a press conference on Tuesday.The Hogs will take on... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

The corps met in Woodstown, N.J., last weekend for their fourth rehearsal camp of the season and, as always, it was jam-packed with energy, excitement, music, marching, and plenty of Cadets-style tradition. Revisions to Children’s Dance from Merry Mount and School for Scandal were taught as were several encore and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

Former Pacific Crest volunteer passed away on February 1st.Peggy Haggin started volunteering in 1996 when two of her children, Brent and Stacy, joined Pacific Crest. Though Stacy aged out in 2000, Peggy continued on for a number of years as a volunteer, helping with merchandise sales and Corps at the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

A paradiddle is a quick succession of drumbeats slower than a roll and alternating left and right hand strokes. It’s also a surefire way to get laughs and spark memories when a group of Belles of St. Mary’s girls get together.OK, they’re not girls anymore. But the years drop away... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

Drum Corps Europe has appointed a new Adjudication Manager. As part of the DCE management team Douglas Caldwell will lead DCE's judging organisation, with immediate effect.Douglas was born in Glasgow in 1961. My first musical instrument was the piano but stopped playing a few years later as rugby was... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Applications for the Jim Ott Scholarship are now being accepted at this time and is available on their website, www.someinc.com (http://www.someinc.com/). The $3,000 educational scholarship will be granted for a one year period and will be awarded to a graduating high school senior or a student presently attending an... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

The Blue Stars are extremely pleased to continue and expand on last year's successful DCI Championship week events and activities. Now is the time to order championship tickets in the Blue Stars Block, reserve hotel rooms at Blue Stars Headquarters, and order your Blue Stars VIP badges. Don't miss the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39