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The Skyliners show looks to be another historic event ............... More then you can count masters will be on hand during the day. Everyone is welcome so please stop by and enjoy the fun and hang with some real great drum corps people I am getting excited .................

Please note dinner location has been changed to: Angelo's Restaurant 920 Madison Avenue Bridgeport, CT all other details remain the same

It is our honor and pleasure to invite all of our drum corps friends to the 2009 “Buglers Hall of Fame” (BHOF) induction ceremony/dinner on Friday, June 26, 2009 in Bridgeport CT. The next day is the Barnum Festival “Champions on Parade” DCA show at Kennedy Stadium which will be part of our weekend celebration. It’s a great opportunity to help us celebrate the achievements of many of our great players. (Just being in the room with so many of the members is an historic moment). The follow info is for the induction ceremony/dinner and hotel. Holiday Inn 1070 Main Street, Bridgeport, Ct will serve as the host hotel Phone 203-334-1234 When reserving a room use the Group Code: HFE The induction ceremony/dinner will take place Friday, June 26, 2009 starting at 6:00 PM at: Gemnania Schwaben Hall - (I & E show location) 416 Horace Street, Bridgeport, CT 06610 Cost for Dinner is $50.00 per person Make out checks to "Buglers Hall of Fame" send to: Buglers Hall of Fame 200 Pequot Avenue Southport, CT 06890 Email any questions to: www.buglershalloffame.com/contactus.asp In your service, Buglers Hall of Fame www.buglershalloffame.com

The Buglers Hall of Fame is proud to announce the inductees for the Class of 2009: Steve Buglino - Floyd Bennett Golden Eagles, Sunrisers Frank Buscemi - Selden Cadets and Alumni Ray Fallon - Oceanside Legionaires, Sunrisers Scott Friend - Enfield Sabres, Olympians, Matadors, Hurricanes Roger Grupp - Minnesota Brass Harry Hazelwood - Skyliners, Caballeros Hunter Moss - Spirit of Atlanta, CorpsVets Donna Mae Smith - first female bugler in the US military - WAC 1942 The Buglers Hall of Fame welcomes its new inductees and is greatly enriched by the addition of these extraordinary players. www.buglershalloffame.org

The Buglers Hall of Fame is proud to announce the inductees for the Class of 2009: Steve Buglino - Floyd Bennett Golden Eagles, Sunrisers Frank Buscemi - Selden Cadets and Alumni Ray Fallon - Oceanside Legionaires, Sunrisers Scott Friend - Enfield Sabres, Olympians, Matadors, Hurricanes Roger Grupp - Minnesota Brass Harry Hazelwood - Skyliners, Caballeros Hunter Moss - Spirit of Atlanta, CorpsVets Donna Mae Smith - first female bugler in the US military - WAC 1942 The Buglers Hall of Fame welcomes its new inductees and is greatly enriched by the addition of these extraordinary players.

Show photos available at: www.buglershalloffame.com

The schedule for the Bridgeport Show on March 28, 2009 is posted on our site www.buglershalloffame.com You may still register at the door. See instructions on the BHOF website. Right now the show starts at 1:00 PM and will be going to 9:00 PM See the schedule to check out the great list of performers. Address for the show is also on the BHOF website Please join us next week at the show!!

Photo's from the Garfield show are available at: www.buglershalloffame.com

Well, here is an opportunity to hear about half the guys mentioned in this thread. The North American Championship on March 28th in Bridgeport, CT is shaping up to be a once in a lifetime show. Over 10-15 Individual Percussion, 25-30 Individual Brass, Trio’s, Quartet’s, and Mixed Ensembles. Capital Brass and the West Sayville Golden Eagles competing in the Mini-Corps caption. Alumni Corps scheduled to perform include, Ct Alumni, Park City Pride, and St Rita’s Brassmen, The Selden Cadets, Brooklyn United, St Kevin’s and the Holy Name (Garfield Cadets). If that’s not enough to get you to the show, maybe “The Finale” will. Buglers Hall of Fame performances by such icon’s as Ruben Ariola, Kenton Clarke, Jimmy Cossetti, Jimmy DiAmico, Frank Dorritie, Bob Gaff, Eddie Hayward, Art Hlywa, Jimmy Maldonado,Tommy Martin, Dave (Booch) Negri, Frank Ponzo, Ritchie Price, John (Grass) Urspruch, and Frank (Buzzy) Bergdoll to mention a few. Plus a show closing performance by The Buglers Hall of Fame Everyone is invited to join the fun as a performer, competitor or spectator. Applications and other info is here: www.buglershalloffame.com

The schedule for the Garfiled show is available at: www.buglershalloffame.com

It's always a pleasure to hear you guys. Be ready for the jam session at the end of the show. was that a blast last year in Bridgeport? Everyone gets to play with everyone ........... now thats great drum corps fun by the way... Ritchee Price will be in Bridgeport

FYI .... Follow Hall of Famer Clark Terry has been hospitalized. Clark has been re-admitted to the hospital for treatment of an infection in one of his fingers. The prognosis looks good but he will remain there for about 2 weeks. Send him a card at: Jefferson Regional Medical Center 1600 West 40th Ave Pine Bluff, AK 71603 Att: Clark Terry - Room 3171

It would be nice to see some entry's from DCA corps at the Garfield show that are local. There were many very good players at last years DCA I&E. Here is an event to perfrom in and have a great time. You may play exhibition only if you do not want to compete. Its all about playing and having some good drum corps fun. Hope to see many of you players in Garfield. Don't miss the excitement!

The following BHOF members are also scheduled to perform: Ritchee Price, Frank D. ,Ruben Ariola, Jim Maldonado, John (Grass) Urspruch, Kenton Clarke, Dave Negri, Frank “Buzzy” Bergdoll Jim Cosetti, Have not heard from Tommy Martin yet but last year he played with his quartet. And of course Eddie Hayward if Mass Brass comes down More signing on in the coming weeks

The Buglers Hall of Fame Class of 2007 By Andy Lisko The Buglers Hall of Fame inductees, for the Class of 2007, were recently released by the nominations committee. Frank Dorittie, the committee’s chairman, and a member of the inaugural BHOF class, said this year’s list (below), displays the fraternity’s dedication to honor those individuals who’s playing and teaching abilities help to mold the activity for all. They will be honored this year at the 2007 Barnum Festival in Bridgeport, CT on June 30th – a venue, which has become a home to showcase the talents of these virtuosos. This year’s Champions on Parade returns to the status of a DCA competition and as an added bonus the HOF inductees will be playing some selections arranged by the fabled Hy Dreitzer along with the St. Rita’s Brassmen Alumni Corps. When notified of his induction, David Martin, of Upstate NY fame chanted, “I am humbled to be amongst so many of my boyhood idols … “, while Jari Villanueava, considered the country’s foremost authority on U.S. military bugle calls, said that he is “… looking forward to the big weekend”. Somehow, a buglers’ gathering would seem incomplete without the sweet sound of Bobby BellaRosa’s French Horn. He might even take time from his playing to sell you a copy of Eastern Review where you could read the history of Dave Negri’s playing and teaching accomplishments. The BHOF members realized that its roster would never be complete without honoring some of the greatest legends of their craft that have passed on. This year’s inductees include four giants of bugling: Don Angelica, Louis Armstrong, Hy Dreitzer and Pepe Notaro. Each and every BHOF member in awe of the dedication and impact these gifted individuals had on inspiring so many young players while honing their talents. The 2007 Barnum Festival once again once again offers drum corps at its finest. An exhibition of superb talent with only one purpose in mind – entertainment! Be sure to mark down June 30th on you calendar to be a part of this extravaganza. You do not want to miss it! Here’s the complete list for the Buglers Hall of Fame Class of 2007: Name Affiliation •Don Angelica Holy Name Cadets, Hawthorne •Louis Armstrong Famed trumpet entertainer •Bob BellaRosa Holy Name Cadets, Skyliners, Hawthorne •Herman “Hy” Dreitzer Skyliners •David Martin Phoenix, Empire Statesmen, Rochester Crusaders, Hitmen •Dave Negri New Britain Grenadiers, Marksmen, Hurricanes, Skyliners, CT Alumni •Robert “Pepe” Notaro Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Skyliners, Hurricanes •Jari Villanueva USAF Band

BHOF I&E SHOW HITS THE MARK! (By Andy “your friendly BHOF I&E Show MC” Lisko) Bridgeport, CT, March 19, 2007/BHOF/ The Buglers Hall of Fame sponsored their inaugural North American Championship for Individual and Ensemble Brass and Percussion, on Saturday, March 17 in Bridgeport, CT at the University of Bridgeport Student Center. Back in the 60’s and 70’s, when drum corps was more of a year round activity, I&E shows were a standard late winter, early spring fare. Many attendees were glad to see some old traditions making a re-appearance, such as the single stage for all contestant categories, allowing the fans to see the entire show. The venue may not have been a vintage AL or VFW hall, which played host so many these style shows but, the “buzz” and camaraderie exhibited by the competitors and audience was drum corps fraternity at its best. The BHOF charter is not only to honor the activity’s great players and contributors of the past but, to continue and preserve the art of bugle playing by offering shows which provide the opportunity for buglers to develop their skills and demonstrate them in a public forum. To this end BHOF member such as Frank Dorritie conducted a brass clinic prior to the competition, while Ritchee Price and Ruben Ariola memorized the crowd with a stunning exhibition of their talent. But, the day was not about the BHOF – rather, it was about the participants who came out to show their wares on stage. Despite horrible traveling conditions, drum corps faithful from NH, MA, PA, NY and NJ made their way to CT to be a part of what will certainly be a classic, annual event. And the event was not solely about individual buglers hoping to make their mark. It was about percussion, ensemble and mini-corps gathering together in a friendly, relaxed competitive atmosphere. The emphasis was definitely on entertainment and the fans in the seats were not disappointed. Participants included members from Fusion Core, Park City Pride, Selden Cadets Alumni, Smithtown Freelancers, CT Hurricanes, Sunrisers, NY Skyliners Alumni, St. Kevin’s Alumni, CT Alumni, Capital Brass, Mass Brass, Amoskeag Sound, Manchester Muchachos and St. Rita’s Brassmen. Awards were presented for Gold, Silver and Bronze in all categories including a dazzling mini-corps competition, which saw Mass Brass top Capital Brass and Amoskeag Sound in the year’s first MCA clash. The festive event was capped off by a wee received performance of the St. Rita’s Brassmen Alumni Corps. All in all, this was definitely a “back to the future” day for I&E competitions … solid competition, healthy bantering, spectacular exhibitions and a tremendous post-show party … drum corps at its best! One can only imagine what the future holds for future BHOF I&E shows. We look forward to seeing everyone next year!!

The Show is On

The event is open to the public. Tickets are available at the door! Directions to the after party will be available at the show.

Fusion Core adds several entries to show ... see new schedule at: www.buglershalloffame.org

Here is the tenative schedule. You may still sign up at: Buglers Hall of Fame

Here is the tenative schedule. You may still sign up at: Buglers Hall of Fame

Here is your chance to see many of them perform at the BHOF I&E show March 17th, 2007 in Bridgeport. More info available in the DCA/All Age Forum

There is no logical reason to not allow it. So we will !! All of your ensemble players may also enter individual categorys too!

Tom, We would love to hear your quartet in Bridgeport. Have your guys send in one more entry form. You can get one here: Buglers Hall of Fame It would also be nice to hear some some Fusion corps entries!