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DCA President Gil Silva, announced this weekend at the fall executive board meeting that the final day to submit bids for the 2010/2011 DCA World Championships will be January 15, 2009. So far, he has received requests for information from several cities. The DCA Championship presents not only... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

The Naugatuck, Ct. high school band will serve as the host for the Ct. Hurricanes open house/first rehearsal on Sunday December 7th from 10-5. Band director Bob Kogut served as a marching member and instructor for the Hurricanes for many years and has supported the corps since then. A full... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

The Reading Buccaneers Drum Bugle Corps announced today its complete brass design and instructional staff for the 2009 season. “The staff we’ve assembled represents some of the best and brightest in the drum corps activity,” said Staff Coordinator Carl Ruocco. “I am thrilled that very talented members... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

Indoor Percussion Europe and Drum Corps Europe are proud to announce that they will enter a partnership. The DCE judging panel will judge at IPE events, starting next year. Indoor Percussion Europe is the counterpart of Drum Corps Europe , says DCE chairman Marcel Matthijsse. IPE has the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

Pioneer Drum and Bugle Corps is very pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Joseph Kuerzi as its Program Coordinator for the 2009 Season. This takes place after several attemps to get Mr. Kuerzi on board in the past.2009 will marksthe twenty ninth season that Mr. Kuerzi will be involved... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Mystikal Youth Arts Organization is please to announce David Roberts as the new Corps Director. David comes to Mystikal with drum corps experience as well as being a band director. David obtained his BA in Music Education from Jacksonville State University and is currently working on his Masters of Music... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

Preparations continue for the first rehearsal camp of the 2009 season... and the Jersey Surf's first rehearsal as a World Class Drum Corps International unit!Here are a few answers to questions frequently asked about camp travel arrangements:Location (for electronic mapping / GPS purposes):Camden County Technical School343 Berlin-Cross Keys RoadSicklerville, NJ... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

With the 2009 implementation of electronic instruments comes an incredible responsibility. The challenge is to present these new aural opportunities in a refined way that will open the door to diverse textures, while, at the same time, remain true to the drum corps identity. As Aaron Guidry, Crossmen... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

We are happy to announce that two new management positions have been filled by two Spartans Support Staff members!Therese Griffin has accepted the position of General Manager. Working directly with and reporting to the Executive Director, Therese will be responsible for coordinating and management of services pertaining to Corps... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

As far as reunions go, this one may be one of the most patriotic, since it takes place in America’s Hometown.While not a battle of the bands, nine drum corps vie each year for the privilege of performing in the America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration’s annual National Senior Drum and Bugle... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

Marching Music France and Drum Corps Europe will enter a strategic partnership. Marching Music France is a new French music organisation, and one of their aims is to promote the drum corps style in their country.With education, Marching Music France wants to teach musicians 'the drum corps way' during national... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

Members, Alumni and Fans of the Madison Scouts:The 2008 Tour DVD “La Noche de la Iguana - the 2008 Madison Scouts” is now available to pre-order through Box 5 productions for a special discounted price of $25.Shot while on tour with the Scouts, this DVD includes a behind the scenes... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

Troopers corps director Fred Morris is pleased to announce the 2009 Brass staff.Leading the Brass Caption in 2009 is Scott-Lee Atchison. Scott is returning to the corps for his third year on The Troopers staff as Brass Caption Head. Jayme Taylor (High Brass Coordinator) Fuller Lyon (Low Brass... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

Nearly 40 years ago, Rob Dunnington wore lederhosen and a Bavarian hat while marching in the Dutch Boy Cadet Drum and Bugle Corps.The Kitchener boy, then 12 years old, wanted nothing more than to play his contrabass tuba-like horn, performing in the Oktoberfest parade and traveling with the corps all... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

Today, applicants for the 2009 Academy Drum Corps Clinic/Auditions were sent all of their music, forms, letters from staff, and details for the auditions. For the past several weeks since hiring the new instructors, the Caption Heads have been reviewing their technical programs and planning for the year to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Today, applicants for the 2009 Academy Drum Corps Clinic/Auditions were sent all of their music, forms, letters from staff, and details for the auditions. For the past several weeks since hiring the new instructors, the Caption Heads have been reviewing their technical programs and planning for the year to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Glen Crosby - Percussion Caption HeadGlen Crosby started his percussion career at the age of nine, taking lessons in his home town of Brampton, Ontario, Canada. He's been involved with the drum corps activity ever since. He spent 1981 to 1984 as a member of the Concord Blue Devils,... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

With Pacific Crest's newest video series, Center Snare, you can play along with Southern California's World Class Drum Corps. Gain access to actual snare parts from our 2009 show, and learn how interpret them. See exclusive footage of the drumline performing these parts at the World Championships, and play along... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

The 2008 season ended with a bang for DCAssociates as the Buccaneers sailed into the sunset with a four-peat trophy while Midwest powerhouse Minnesota Brass, Inc., earned their highest placement ever, second place. Alliance returned to Tara in Atlanta with Class A honors, and Fusion Core, Chops and SoCal Dream... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Corps director Bernie Malesky is extremely pleased and excited to announce that the Connecticut Hurricanes will kick off their 2009 campaign at their open house/ first rehearsal on Sunday, December 7th at Naugatuck High School. The event will be held from 10-5 as the corps has been hard at work... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

A Silent Auction fundraiser to benefit the 2009 Cadets will be held on Aug. 1, 2009 during the corps’ 75th Anniversary Summer Diamond Bash at Montclair State University Conference Center in Montclair, N.J. Chairing the Silent Auction Committee is Kathy Santo of Upper Saddle River, N.J. Santo, a member of... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

The Cascades would like to welcome back Josh Hinkel as the brass arranger for the 2009 season. Hinkel, a Dynasty USA artist and a member of the Vic Firth educational team, was brought onto the design team last season. The brass staff also includes Ryan Lewis, Jeremy Perman, Zach Smith... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

The Madison Scouts announce that the following individuals have been named as caption heads for the 2009 season:Nick Williams – BrassCharlotte Morrow – Color GuardBrad Meyer – Front EnsembleRoger Carter – PercussionNeil Adkison – VisualRead the rest of the article here (http://news.madisonscouts.org/?p=160). ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

So that a friend with kidney disease might live, 54-year-old Randy Warner said he happily took 25 trips to hospitals, doctors' offices and clinics to see whether he could donate an organ.He didn't find at all bothersome the 17 procedures, 14 tests and at least a dozen interviews by psychiatrists,... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

Electronically downloadable audition packets for the battery section (snares, tenors, basses, cymbals) and front ensemble are now available for purchase through Tapspace Publications. These revolutionary new audition packets contain video (30 minutes for cymbals and over 2 hours for the drums!) as well as accompanying PDF files containing music and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39