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The 2008 competitive season is upon us, and the Bluecoats are proud to be hitting the road with a BRAND NEW (and long overdue) kitchen trailer. THANK YOU to all of the fans, alumni, parents, and friends whose generous donations helped make our new truck a reality!But, rising fuel and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=28

With the 2008 Drum Corps International Summer Tour now underway, the DCI Fan Network kicks into high gear with a complete schedule of Live Webcasts, OnDemand video playback and Audio Performance Downloads. Making its debut just a month ago and now with more than 1,500 devoted subscribers, the DCI Fan... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=28

For those of you who missed it, now available on The Academy Fan Network is a quick look at elements of the theater performance, A Night at the Show. Keep your eyes out for the ability to purchase larger segments of the production. This podcast is exclusively available... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=28

With one day left until the 2008 Drum Corps International Summer Tour officially kicks off, it's time for some music, fun and games on the Field Pass presented by Zildjian.Dan Potter plays a few of his favorites, we set the schedule for the first week of competition in One... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=28

Think you know the GLASSMEN? Listen to UnderGLASS and put your wits to the test to win GLASSMEN gear! The GLASSMEN are excited to announce a brand new contest that will run though the summer. It's called the GLASSMEN Challenge, and it's going to test your knowledge of the drum... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=28

Kyle Purnell knew very little about The Cadets Drum Corps before Thursday.But just eight hours after meeting the internationally acclaimed performers, the 17-year-old was considering joining their ranks. I really enjoyed the fact that I was asked to audition for the Cadets, Kyle said with a look of disbelief... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=28

The New York Skyliners Street Corps is hitting the streets for two local parades on the 4th of July - Florham Park and Ridgewood, New Jersey. The inaugural rehearsal of the Street Corps took place on Saturday, May 31st at the American Legion Post #27 in Dover, New Jersey, and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=29

The process of replacing Memorial Stadium’s turf is underway, an article posted on the Bloomington Herald-Times Hoosier Scoop Blog reports. At the same time, Indiana University’s athletics Web site has issued an announcement that the school is “currently in negotiations to replace the existing turf with a state-of-the art playing... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=28

Teal Sound members are getting ready this week to take the field with their 2008 production Voices of the Seasons. Dan Potter finds out why this Open Class contender is once again basing its show on the music of the Finnish a capella group Rajaton and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=28

ALL Access Subscribers spoke out, and Youth Education in the Arts came through -- with a faster Internet connection to allow more subscribers to watch more of The Cadets' ALL Access videos.With an increased demand and more content, YEA! recently began recording the Cadets' episodes in a higher quality widescreen... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=28

You've got a chance to get close to the action on Saturday, July 26! Once again, Spirit is partnering with Drum Corps International's staff to provide volunteer staffing for the 2008 DCI Atlanta Southeastern Championship being held at the Georgia Dome. Many of the important jobs surrounding the event are... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=28

The La Crosse Blue Stars believe this can be the year they return to the top 12 finalist ranks of Drum Corps International.And so did the crowd at Onalaska High School’s football stadium after seeing a preview of the corps’ 2008 show. The crowd saw a spectacular visual show, with... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=28

On behalf of the Roselle Park Conquistadors I am pleased to announce that Jennifer Wagstaff has accepted the position of Assistant Director for the corps.Jennifer's past experience includes high school marching band and winterguard and marching in the colorguard for the Spectrum Jr. Drum Bugle Corps (Corning/Owego, NY)... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=29

Trinity School Showband celebrates their 10th Year in 2008. To celebrate a decade of TSSB they will be re-branding with a new logo, website, image and uniform. Performance Director Jason Wallace comments “It is a very exciting time for us as we move the band forward with new ideas and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=30

Making its debut just a month ago and now with more than 1,500 devoted subscribers accessing exclusive videos daily from the World Class corps of Drum Corps International, the DCI Fan Network continues to grow! With the ongoing addition of new content and exciting features, the Fan Network is the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=28

Although Memorial Stadium was recently damaged by severe weather, Drum Corps International’s World Championship, starting Aug. 7, is still a go, according to the DCI Web site.DCI holds competitions for the best amateur drum corps – comprised of brass, percussion and color guard sections – across the country. The organization... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=28

You’ve seen them in the parking lots at shows, heard the rumbling of their engines and smelled the diesel fumes. The coach bus is the backbone of the touring drum corps and home to dozens of young men and women for the seven-week DCI Summer Tour. And if you thought... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=28

Only 17 days remain until the Cadets Alumni Association welcomes alumni from across the years to Clifton, N.J., for the 2nd Annual Cadets Alumni Gathering!The RSVPS have been steadily streaming in for the July 5th reunion as more than 100 former Cadets, their friends and family have made plans to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=28

With the official opening of the 2008 DCI Summer Tour just days away, corps caravans are hitting the road on their way to the first events of the season. In today's Field Pass presented by Zildjian, Dan Potter talks with Sue Kuehnhold, Drum Corps International’s senior manager of tour and... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=28

Under a sweltering sun, 150 young men and women have put their bodies through a punishing routine, 16 hours a day, on the football field at Nation Ford High School.World-class athletes? Not in the traditional sense.They compete with the Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps, an elite group of 16-... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=28

The Hurricanes had a great camp weekend which ended with a full run through performance of this year's show Journey West.This weekend also saw the addition of Kevin Lowery to the brass staff. Kevin is currently the brass caption head at Norwalk High School and previously has taught with the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=29

Freckles dash across Megan McHugh’s nose, evidence of the hours she has spent in the sun just a few weeks into her summer vacation.For 12 hours a day, seven days a week, McHugh has spent the first month of her summer dancing with the Phantom Regiment color guard. It’s a... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=28

The Drum Corps International Open Class World Championships take place a short seven weeks from today in Michigan City, Ind. In today's Field Pass presented by Zildjian, Dan Potter gets the details on this inaugural Championship event from local Michigan City chairman Mike Pease. Kicking off on Aug. 4 with... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=28

With the 2008 Drum Corps International World Championships Open Class Quarterfinals being held in Michigan City, Aug. 4 and 5, sponsors are needed to help present the local events, said event chairman Mike Pease.Michigan City is hosting the opening ceremonies Monday, Aug. 4, at the Ames Field Fountain, and the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=28

If you're hungry for top drum corps and good ol' drum corps cooking... have we got the deal for you!Hot dogs... The Cadets... The Fourth of July Weekend... All American Classics and now you can enjoy them all when you buy your tickets for the July 5th Music in... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=28