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An event that returns yearly on the schedule of the Beatrix’ Association is the presentation of the new season’s shows, the Saturday before Queen’s day. This past Saturday marked the 2008 edition.At 4pm the square in front of the corps hall was packed with spectators and the sun was shining... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=30

The 2008 Northern Preview Concert will take place at the Royds School in Oulton - Leeds. To date the organisation has ten acts taking part. The BYBA Northern Region (NASR) is a forum for bands and corps of all styles and associations in the North of England and Scotland.Offering tiered... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=30

There's more to life than making money and building a career. Happiness can also be had from sharing experiences, offering others opportunities and fulfilling your own dreams. So says young executive Chumpol Techakraisri.Apart from working hard in his family's business, this young and active guy has another side to his... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=30

Paul Richards, Lucy Philips and Dan Easter, members of the Black Knights Senior Corps joined up with the South London Jazz Orchestra (SLJO) to perform to the crowds and participants of the 2008 London Marathon.Commenting on the experience Paul Richards said “It was a pleasure to be allowed to play... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=30

Friday 22nd Feb saw Northern Star take its road show to Rodillian High School, Wakefield West Yorkshire, for what was the first of many scheduled events in a recruitment campaign for the future. The day was a huge success with around 80 young people experiencing ‘hands on’ what Northern Star... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...3&Itemid=30

The Northern Star Group is pleased to announce that in recent weeks, a new portfolio of ensembles has been created, each with a separate focus, some dedicated new members, and their own respective Director.Executive Director with responsibility for overseeing the performance portfolio, Mark Pickles said, I've had the vision... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=30

Drum Corps Europe will organise two judges colleges this weekend. One college will take place in Leicester (UK), the other one in Apeldoorn (The Netherlands), both on Saturday, April 12th.The programme is written and organised by the DCE Director of Education Bob Thomas, a well renowned DCI educator. It... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=30

Drum Corps Europe is proud to present the venue for the DCE European Championships 2008: The 'Parkstad Limburg Stadium' in Kerkrade, home of the Dutch top class football club Roda JC. The beautiful stadium is located in the south eastern part of The Netherlands, close to the German and Belgian... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...6&Itemid=30

This weekend Drum Corps Europe hopes to finalise the details with a stadium for the DCE European Championships 2008. As soon as the agreement has been signed by both the stadium and Drum Corps Europe, the corps will be informed immediately.DCE and Sparta Rotterdam were not able to come to... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=30

Since August, 2007, the Northern Star Group has been taking a good look at itself from management through to performance, and is “on the brink of a bright new future”, says Group Chairman, Lee Brogan, “…this has been a long winter, but I can’t believe the strong position NSG is... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=30

Revolution Show Corps and 4th Uckfield (Holy Cross) Scout Band have become the 18th and 19th units respectively to register for the DCE Power Regional on June 21st in London's Crystal Palace Stadium. This leaves just 3 places remaining before the maximum number of 22 participating corps is reached.With both... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=30

Easter fell very early this year, and the weather forecast wasn’t very good, but Beatrix’ managed to make a big success of their 2008 camp.Thursday night, 20.30, the members got on the bus at the corps’ home in Hilversum to leave for Roggel, Limburg. After they arrived they had some... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=30

Stafford Lancers took delivery of their new look Corps truck at their annual Music Dance Camp.The truck is an integral part of every day life at Lancers as it is responsible for taking all our bigger instruments to and from all rehearsals and events. Read the rest of... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...4&Itemid=30

The Black Knights Cadets, from Gravesend in Kent are to appear on BBC’s popular Saturday morning show “Basil’s Swap Shop”.Three members of the Black Knights Cadets will be appearing on this Saturday mornings show (22nd March) which is due to air on BBC TWO between 9am and 10am and will... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=30

Atherstone Youth Marching Band have registered for the DCE Power Regional at Crystal Palace in June. This brings the number of competing corps up to 17, with 11 in Open Class, 4 in A Class and 2 in Cadet Class.DCE Chairman Marcel Matthijsse welcomed the announcement and said I... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=30

Reigning European Drum Corps Champions, The Senators, are once again donning their showbiz garb for an appearance on the final program of the hit television show “Dancing on Ice” this coming Sunday 16th March 2008.Six of the Corps Drummers will be performing on the show and will be supporting the... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=30

The DCE Championships will not be held in Rotterdam this year. After three succesful championship events, DCE and Sparta were not able to come to an agreement for an additional year. DCE hopes to announce a new venue shortly. Talks with other stadiums are in a final stage.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...1&Itemid=30

The Black Knights Drum Bugle Corps from Gravesend in Kent have become the first European Drum Corps to produce their own video podcast. The video podcast, the first instalment of which is available for download now via iTunes, will be regularly updated throughout 2008 to keep people up... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=30

Dear Friends,Some of you would have heard already about the decision that has recently been taken to withdraw from the up and coming 2008 Festival of Fun and Music. For some this will be a surprise, and for others who have been closer to the detail of transition from Brixham... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...5&Itemid=30

Due to continuing illness of the staff member who is responsible for the sound of the 2007 Championships DVDs, the release date of the product is still unknown. Drum Corps Europe will however start sending pre-release DVDs soon to customers who ordered a copy of the 2007 DVDs or CD.... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...0&Itemid=30

The director and management of Black Knights Drum and Bugle Corps and The Thurrock Academy Performance Ensemble are delighted to announce that a new strategic partnership has been put in place from February 2008.After many years of sharing members between the two organisations it was decided that the knowledge... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...8&Itemid=30

Following the success of last years Theme Tune , Perfect Day, for the massed brass lines of competing Corps, DCUK are pleased to advised that Eoin O'Keefe has kindly agreed to return and direct the 2008 tune - Ave Maria. In announcing the piece, Eoin commented: I look forward... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...7&Itemid=30

Amplification will not be allowed at DCE certified shows for the 2008 season. Jubal Drum Bugle Corps submitted a proposal to allow the use of electronic amplification for pit instruments. The majority of the corps who gave their opinion on the proposal do not support it. Drum Corps Europe... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=30

Amplification will not be allowed at DCE certified shows for the 2008 season. Jubal Drum Bugle Corps submitted a proposal to allow the use of electronic amplification for pit instruments. The majority of the corps who gave their opinion on the proposal do not support it. Drum Corps... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...2&Itemid=30

The Black Knights have announced that their cadet corps will enter the DCE Power Regional, to be held at the Crystal Palace Athletics Stadium on June 21st. The corps from Gravesend is the second cadet corps at the Regional. Last month Jong Jubal, the cadet corps of Jubal Drum... ... Read the rest of the article here - http://www.drumcorpsplanet.com/index.php?o...9&Itemid=30