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Look for the Troopers recruiting booth at the BOA Grand Nationals Championship event in Indianapolis, IND November 13-15, 2008. The Troopers will also be recruiting new members at the Wyoming State Marching Band Festival, October 18 and wrap up the 2009 recruiting efforts at the Wyoming Music Educators Conference on... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

Sponsored by the Blue Devils B CorpsDecember 1312:00 - 4:00Glenbrook Middle School2351 Olivera RoadConcord, CARead the rest of the article here (http://www.bluedevils.org/events/2008/workshop/). ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

Is your love for Halloween as HAIR RAISING as your passion for drum corps? Back by popular demand, we want you to put your artistic skills to the test in coming up with the most intricate, outrageous, scariest or elaborately decorated drum corps themed pumpkins in the second annual Drum... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

The Blue Stars Drum Bugle Corps is pleased to announce the return of Frank Sullivan and Kevin Ford as designers and the addition of Neil Larivee as designers for the corps' 2009 production. Sullivan returns for his fourth season as brass arranger and composer, Ford returns for his... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

2009 will bring some new and returning faces to the brass staff of The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. Returning instructors include Brass Caption Head Christian Carichner and instructor Will Plenk. Joe Gray, who served on the visual team last year, will also be returning in 2009 to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

Plans are well underway that will see The Green Lancers from Warrington, Cheshire return to Drum Corps United Kingdom in 2009; it’s 30th Anniversary Year. So why, after all these years, have they chosen now? “2008 is the 25th Anniversary of the Green Lancers championship winning year” explains Gary Wells,... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

Key Poulan - Brass ArrangerKey Poulan will return for his second season as the Bushwackers Brass Arranger in 2009. Key is one of the most popular and successful arranger/composers for bands and drum corps in the business today. In addition to the Bushwackers and various other... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

After several months of planning under the radar, it is time to reveal that All Age competitive drum corps will return to Erie, Pennsylvania. Through the efforts of many Erie area drum corps enthusiasts from many different eras and drum corps backgrounds, and an incredible donation of G bugles, Battery,... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

As this year’s United Way Campaign approaches, we want to remind you that this is one of the ways you can support The Academy. Although the Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts receives no United Way funding as a “partner agency”, we are eligible to receive financial support through... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

Beatrix’ Drum Bugle Corps will host its annual open rehearsal on Saturday, October 18th from 1pm until 5pm. Everyone is welcome to attend! Come and play along with the European Runner-up 2008, DCN 2008 Champion and DCI International Class Champion! The only way to fully experience drum corps... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

A very special year sits not far out on the horizon for the Cadets! In 2009, friends, supporters and thousands of alumni who have worn the legendary Maroon and Gold uniform will cherish the past and embrace the future. Holy Name, the Garfield Cadets, the Cadets of Bergen County and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

Ready to become a part of the 2009 Pacific Crest? Now you can apply online for our Workshops and auditions!The Pacific Crest experience will literally change your life. PC attracts some of the most passionate and talented high school and college performers in Southern California. No PE credit. No grades.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

On Sunday, October 5th, GLASSMEN friends, family, and golfers (sometimes all three) from all over Ohio came out to support the corps at the first annual GLASSMEN Golf Classic...and what a day it was!Following a lunch at the Heather Downs Country Club, and a short presentation about the corps, it... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond their control Southern Aurora have parted company with Legion Star. Darren Spill Corps Director of Legion Star withdrew his corps from competition during the summer leaving Southern Aurora no choice but to follow suit.David Pope, Corps Director of Southern Aurora said that they fully understood... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

October 13, 2008To all Capital Sound marching members, friends and alumni:Capital Sound Drum Bugle Corps wants to thank you for your support during the 2008 season of marching inactivity. In order to best ensure the success of the drum corps and a long future, it is with... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39

The 2009 British Drum Corps Championships is scheduled to take place on Saturday 19th September at Marston’s Arena in Northwich, Cheshire and this year if the British Drum Corps Championships is the only DCUK event a Corps can commit to then they are welcome to enter and take a full... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=39

StellaTrek Motion Pictures and MDG Documentaries are pleased to announce that Michael D. Gough's America's Core, the documentary about the revival of the Casper Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps was selected as 1st runner up for Best Documentary at the Idaho International Film Festival last week.The film competed... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=39

Cascades Director, Sal Leone, announced recently that Ron Comfort has been appointed as Program Coordinator, Comfort has been an adjudicator for DCI and WGI and a designer for the Madison Scouts, Magic of Orlando, Shaktai, Mayflower and Paradigm. Returning to the staff is John Freeman as Visual Caption-Head, and Kurt... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

Brooklyn United gears up for the 3rd Annual Music Under The Bridge indoor stage show Saturday October 18th. It will take place @ Kingsborough Community College of the Belt Parkway Brooklyn, NY . Plenty of FREE safe parking on campus. Come early and watch the groups warm-up.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=39

Indoor Percussion Europe (www.indoorpercussioneurope.org (http://www.indoorpercussioneurope.org)) will organise his first Percussion Advisory Board meeting on October 23rd in Dordrecht. Percussion advisors/specialists from Europe will discuss matters for the upcoming European Indoor Percussion Season. During this meeting they will discuss topics like education, organisation, contests and judging. Presentations and discussions are planned... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=39

The percussion staff will mark their 3rd year with Revolution in 2009 and continue the success and growth of this program for the organizations 10th season! Carlos Botello will return as Caption Head for his official 4th season. The percussion section capped off 2008 with a 4th place... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=39

The Crossmen are pleased to announce that Darryl Pemberton will be back with the corps in 2009 in the dual role of visual design as well as the Visual Caption Head. He is accompanied by the majority of the talented 2008 visual team including Caption Supervisor Aaron Barnes.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=39

The British Youth Band Association has published the results of the BYBA National Finals on their website. Champions are Poynton Commodores (Associate Division), 37th Kingswood (Division 1), East Coast Elite (Division 2), Spirit of Coventry (Division 3), Cosley Comets (Junior Division) and 37th Kingswood Cadets (Cadet Class).Read the rest of... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=39

The Blue Stars Drum and Bugle Corps is pleased to announce the return of Bradley Kerr Green and Donnie VanDoren to lead its brass program in 2009. Bradley Kerr Green's resume and success with the Blue Stars' Brass program speak for itself. He has done a great job with growing... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

After a very successful 2008 season, Green Thunder Percussion will begin its 3rd season of offering serious students an advanced comprehensive percussion studies program designed to improve rudimental and orchestral percussion skills in the Chicagoland area. The organization is open to gentleman 14-18 years of age, and concurrently serve as... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=39