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The Troopers will host the first audition camp for the 2009 season on November 28-30 at Laramie Jr, HS in Laramie, WY. All 150 spots in the 2009 corps will be auditioned. Interested students should begin preparations now to attend this important camp.Interested students should complete the Troopers online interest... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=28

The “2008 Field Studio Project” is now available for downloading through the Crown Fan NetworkThese unique recordings capture the true quality of Crown's production Finis , captured during the final week of the 2008 season. You not only have the option of hearing the full ensemble perform each... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=28

The Blue Stars Drum and Bugle Corps is excited to announce the return of Brent Montgomery as percussion caption head and Seth Adams as director of the front ensemble program, and the addition of Tom Aungst as lead percussion consultant for the 2009 season.Brent Montgomery and Seth Adams are familiar... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=28

Sponsored by the Office of Don Knabe, Supervisor of the Los Angeles County Fourth District, the Arts Education Partnership Program (AEPP) awarded Pacific Crest $8,350 to support the instruction of its Workshop programs and Drum and Bugle Corps. This is incredibly exciting! said Pacific Crest's Executive Director Stuart Pompel.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=28

Drum Corps Europe is offering its SMS Service for the second consecutive year. Register for the SMS Service to receive the scores on your mobile phone during the DCE Championships at practically the same time they are announced in the stadium.In 2006 and 2007, DCE's SMS Service was a huge... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=30

The Mandarins will be hosting a series of Brass Clinics in the Central Valley. These clinics are for those with or without brass playing experience. The clinics will focus on developing a high level of technical skill to not only prepare potential members for the Mandarins Audition Camps, but to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=28

After leading the Cadets’ convoy for the past three seasons, Transportation Director Brian Toth has decided to say goodbye to his summertime position and head back into the classroom to complete his graduate degree.Toth, 30, of Franklin Park, N.J., fearlessly led the corps’ four buses, two tractor trailers and assorted... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=28

From DCA President, Gil Silva, in the 2008 DCA Yearbook:“As we move toward our 45th championship in 2009, I would like to take this opportunity to debut our new logo. Our familiar world globe logo has served us well for over 44 years and as we complete the first decade... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=29

“As we move toward our 45th championship in 2009, I would like to take this opportunity to debut our new logo. Our familiar world globe logo has served us well for over 44 years and as we complete the first decade of the 21st century, we believe the bold, clean... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=29

The Reading Buccaneers Drum Bugle Corps announced today that the corps’ design and instructional nucleus will return to lead the corps for the 2009 season.Returning as Staff Coordinator will be Carl Ruocco. Rich Hammond will reprise his roles as Program Coordinator and Percussion Arranger and Caption Head. Jay... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=29

Nearly five months after someone vandalized a truck, trailer and musical instruments belonging to the Rochester Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps, the group is still struggling to bounce back.This weekend, the Crusaders, a competitive marching unit with brass and percussion instruments and color guard, will hold a two-day event to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=29

One of Minnesota's best ambassadors just broke one of their activities true glass ceilings. The Minnesota Brass Drum Corps made the top two in the annual World Championships. So what?, you say? This is the marching musical equivalent of the Gophers being voted most popular football... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=29

A huge thank you must go out to so many people for making the 2008 DCA World Championship a success. To Local Show Chairman, Allen Buell and his staff, you guys make this look so easy and we all know it is so hard. To Matt Ford and Allen Dungy... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=29

Emotions were running high on and off the field at PAETEC Park on Sunday as the top 10 drum corps from across the country and Canada competed for the world championship title.The showdown was the culmination of the three-day annual Drum Corps Associates World Championship, which drew 3,500 musicians and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=29

Rochester's own Empire Statesmen Drum Corps hopes to celebrate its 25th anniversary with a championship win tonight.The corps, founded in 1983, has about 130 members. It was seeded second in a field of 24 going into this year's Drum Corps Associates World Championships, hosted this weekend at PAETEC Park.Saturday night,... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=29

The Emerald GrenaDears have been reunited since 2002 as an All Female Senior Alumni drum and bugle corps, after a twenty five year absence of being a junior all girl drum and bugle corps, winning various titles through out their rein. The corps has grown and evolved to consist... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=29

The Teal Sound Drum Bugle Corps is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. John Campese as its 2009 Percussion Supervisor/Caption Head. A lifelong central Florida resident, Mr. Campese also has a long and distinguished drum corps history, marching with the Leathernecks, Florida Vanguards, Anaheim Kingsmen and Suncoast... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=39

The Teal Sound Drum Bugle Corps is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. John Campese as its 2009 Percussion Supervisor/Caption Head. A lifelong central Florida resident, Mr. Campese also has a long and distinguished drum corps history, marching with the Leathernecks, Florida Vanguards, Anaheim Kingsmen and Suncoast... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=28

It’s time to make your hotel reservations at the Kalahari Resort and purchase tickets for the Madison Scouts 70th Anniversary banquet on the weekend of September 26 and 27.Located 45 minutes north of Madison (right off I-39/90/94), the Kalahari features the largest indoor waterpark and is the perfect place for... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=28

Richard Saucedo has stepped down as the brass arranger for The Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps. Richard has been an integral part of the design team for many years, and we wish to thank him for his dedication, as well as his amazing compositions. His contributions have helped to establish... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=28

After five years of serving as the Bluecoat's Music Coordinator and Battery Arranger, Michael McIntosh has resigned from his position with the corps. The Bluecoats provided me with a sense of family and a chance to compete at the highest level, and although I am stepping away I believe they... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=28

It took four buses, two semis, a souvenir wagon and a few chaser vehicles to move the drum corps across the country.Once they arrived at Indiana's Memorial Stadium, the Teal Sound would take center stage at the Drum Corps International Open Class Finals. With their routine Rajaton, the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=39

It took four buses, two semis, a souvenir wagon and a few chaser vehicles to move the drum corps across the country.Once they arrived at Indiana's Memorial Stadium, the Teal Sound would take center stage at the Drum Corps International Open Class Finals. With their routine Rajaton, the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=28

Tickets for the British Drum Corps Championships 2008 are now on sale. Prices, reduced from 2007, are £9.00 (adults), £4.50 (under 14 years and OAPs) and free (under 5 years).The event will be held in the Marston's Arena, the stadium of the Northwich Victoria Football Club and the Manchester United... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=30

It's that time again and the Blue Stars Alumni All-Star Corps will be a featured marching unit in the Maple Leaf Parade, on September 27, 2008 in La Crosse, WI. We want YOU to be part of the fun. Last year we had almost 100 people march with... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=28