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The Kingston Grenadiers are turning 50 in 2009 and we're accepting resumes for a new drum major. We need someone who has strong leadership skills, the ability to read music, and some conducting experience, although it is not a requirement. We are willing to train the right person if you are willing to learn and be a strong leader for the Kingston Grenadiers. If you're interested, please submit a resume to Randy Billings

Nice article in the Kingston This Week.

Hello all, I just wanted to put a little some up about Grennies dress rehearsal this Sunday. Here is the official press release. Kingston Grenadiers Drum and Bugle Corps returns to World Class Competition! The Grenadiers will be presenting a full dress rehearsal of this years production at the Queen's Innovation Park Athletic Field on Sunday June 29th. The field is located at 945 Princess St. directly across from the downtown Canadian Tire Store. The corps will also have a barbeque that day in support of the corps that will take place at noon. So bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a day of music and pageantry as your Grenadiers return to Competition in search of another World Class A Championship.

You got that right!! :) I've missed my corps.

And by the way, everyone replaying to this thread so far, is NOT a marching member.. other than myself and Mr. Dean. So please don't think The Grenadiers are trying to hide any information from anyone.

I know this is a month late.. but I thought I would try and answer the numbers question.. I don't know our exact numbers; I haven't walked around counting all the sections. But the guard is full and so is the battery. I believe we could use a couple front ensemble pit players and one more horn player, maybe two.. I'm not totally sure. So if there are any horn or front ensemble players looking for a corps to march with this year, we still have a couple spots open. Feel free to check out the Grennies Site. Now off to the field for day 2 of our 3rd outdoor camp. It's nice when the show's done. :)

I can't wait to get back on that field!! Where's my drum!? b**bs

ED!!! That's awesome news!! Congrats!!

That's right, the Grenadiers are hosting a marching percussion clinic. April 14, 2007 10am-2pm Boys & Girls Club 559 Bagot St, Kingston, Ont This clinic is designed to inform and educate the novice drummer. It will give the tools to build a foundation for what could be an interesting career in percussion. For additional information visit the Kingston Grenadiers site.

Thank you! :)

So I'm trying to get my hands on a rule book, or a list of the rules... Can anyone help me out? Thanks!!!

Kingston Grenadiers have several flags and other guard accessories for sale. Check it out!!

Kingston Grenadiers have several flags and other guard accessories for sale. Check it out!!

“THE LEGEND RETURNS” – The Music of Chuck Mangione Building on their successful past, and honouring some of the most recognizable melodies in drum corps history, the Kingston Grenadiers are proud to present: “The Legend Returns” – the Music of Chuck Mangione. Chuck Mangione, born and raised in Rochester, New York, is a flugelhorn player and composer who achieved international success with his jazz-pop single, "Feels So Good", in 1977. He has released more than 30 albums from the early 1960s to today. He attended the Eastman School of Music from 1958 to 1963, and afterwards joined Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers, for which he filled the trumpet seat. Mangione served as director of the Eastman jazz ensemble from 1968 until 1972 and in 1970 he returned to recording with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and numerous guest performers. His music was used in the 1976 Olympic Games, and the Winter Olympic Games of 1980, where he performed live at the closing ceremonies. A 1980 issue of Current Biography named "Feels So Good" as the most recognized tune since "Michelle" by The Beatles. The Grenadiers enjoyed much success and caught the attention of the drum corps community by introducing a fresh look for the corps, and performing the music of Chuck Mangione in 2000. In 2007, the corps intends to build on that excitement by returning to the field with some of the same selections that provided identity in the past, and the addition of two new selections that are sure to be favourites amongst drum corps fans everywhere. By visiting not only the corps’ past, but a little bit of drum corps history, the show will open with the classic snare drum solo from “Legend of the One-Eyed Sailor” into an opening fanfare. As the show progresses, the retro-style introduction gives way to a fresh arrangement of the powerhouse: “Echano”, from Children of Sanchez. The popular ballad: “Bellavia” displays the softer side of Mangione, yet gives opportunity for dramatic expression in dynamics and colour. The Grenadiers will close the show and have you leaving the stands with one of Mangione’s most recognizable melodies in your head, the ever-popular “Land of Make Believe”. The Grenadiers are proud to bring the music of Chuck Mangione back to the field in 2007, and look forward to entertaining drum corps fans along the 2007 DCA Summer Tour. For more information and updates on the Kingston Grenadiers, please visit: www.kingstongrenadiers.com

I received the press release for the 2007 show this morning!! It's a good one. I'll be posting more info tonight.

Kingston Grenadiers are proud to announce the 2007 Design Team and Brass Arranger!! Brass Arranger: Douglas Scott Thrower is a free-lance composer/ arranger/ trumpeter from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. He has been a brass instructor for the Bluecoats of Canton, Ohio since 1992 and has arranged for the corps since 1997. He has instructed and arranged for many drum corps including Dutch Boy, the Kiwanis Kavaliers and the Canadian Knights (1986 Class A World Champions). He currently composes and arranges for numerous high schools and universities including Kiski H.S. from Vandergrift PA. In addition to marching music he arranges for various ensembles (jazz and symphonic) and theater groups. Doug studied with Don Johnson at Humber College in Toronto and studied jazz performance at McGill University in Montreal. He has recorded performances for the C.B.C. and can be heard on four recordings with the McGill Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Gordon Foote. Doug with his wife Evelyn Blackwell has two daughters, Shelby, 4, and Claire, 2. Percussion Arranger: Scott Atkins is an Artist Relations Manager, as well as a product Specialist for a large musical instrument distribution company. He is a graduate of The Audio Recording Academy in Ottawa. With over 20 years of experience in the Marching Arts, he is also involved in the music industry as a performer, educator, music arranger, studio drummer and producer. He is an active member of the Vic Firth Education Team, and also sits on the product research and development team for Sonor Gmbh, based out of Bad Berleburg, Germany. Scott has been involved with the drum corps activity since 1986. After aging out of competitive junior drum corps with the Kiwanis Kavaliers, he worked with several groups in Ontario, including the Lampliters, the Empire Loyalists, the Blue Saints, the Philippine Heritage Marching Band, and the Kingston Grenadiers. He arranged music for the Lampliters in 1991, the Empire Loyalists from 1993-1995, and has been the percussion arranger for the Kingston Grenadiers since 1998. Scott is also a drum set player, with both performance and recording credits to his name. He conducts drumming workshops, and has traveled to Germany to teach at the Hamburg School of Music. Scott is an honorary charter member of the International Association of Traditional Drummers. Visual Designer: Gareth Skipp With a background and education in theatre, dance and voice, Gareth has been designing and instructing marching programs for over 22 years. He has taught in Canada, Germany, Korea and the USA. His drill designs have won drum corps like Canadian Knights Drum Corps (1986 DCI Division II champions), Kingston Grenadiers Drum Corps (DCA finalist 1998-99), and the Kiwanis Kavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps (Division I – 14th place 1996-97) many awards and titles. Gareth was the designer and drill caption head for the Rochester Patriots who placed second at the 2003 DCI Division II world championships in Orlando sweeping the visual captions. Also drill designer for the Starriders Drum Corps, Gareth was instrumental in helping them win the 2002, 2003 and 2004 DCG and German Open championships. He worked with the Capital Regiment (Columbus, OH) in 2004 and more recently on the drill staff of the Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps. Successful writer/instructor of indoor percussion group Spirit Performing Youth Ensemble (SPYE) based in Toronto, Canada, Gareth was one of the reasons the group was a WGI Independent World class finalist from 1996 to 2001. Gareth is currently the drill writer for a number of marching bands across the USA. He is also a judge for marching band circuits in Michigan, New York and Indiana. Keep an eye on the Kingston Grenadiers site for additional announcements!!

Only a few days left till Recruitment Day. Bassline will be doing some demonstrations, should be fun!

HAHA.. that's awesome!

Entering our 46th year, the Kingston Grenadiers Drum and Bugle Corps is preparing for an exciting new season as Canada’s only remaining competitive Drum Corps. On September 16th, the Grenadiers will be hosting a Recruitment Day Event at Rotary Hall - 559 Bagot St. from 10 am - 2 pm. We are seeking new members ages 13 and up. There will be displays by brass, percussion, colour guard and viewing of competition videos. Scott Atkins will be our special guest speaker at 11 am. He is an Artist Relations Manager for one of Canada’s largest musical instrument distribution companies, as well as a performer, educator, arranger, recording artist and producer. Openings for new members of all ages for brass, percussion and colour guard. This is a great opportunity for free instruction by professional educators. Whether you are experienced or have no experience, come and find out more about us. Also opportunities for volunteers to assist and travel with the corps. Enjoy the Experience of performing in parades, concerts and competitions. For further information contact Kelsey Stanford at bass_drum_1@hotmail.com, Don Dean 613-378-6420 or www.kingstongrenadiers.com

Just a little bump in the road.. we'll be back! ^OO^

The weekend is fast approaching. Hope everyone is ready!! Don't forget sunscreen and bug spray! Hopefully the mosquitoes won't be as bad under those lights this year.

Brock Vegas is going to rock. It's always a treat to visit the Brockville Memorial Center. If anyone is in the neighborhood and would like to stop by be sure to check out the corps site for directions!! Or if you are still looking for a place to march this summer we have horn spots to fill! ^_^ Kingston Grenadiers

Randy and Bill kissing.. thanks now I'm going to have nightmares.. <**>

Wow, today was nuts!! Sun, rain, warm, cold.. Good day though, got a lot done. Can't wait till tomorrow.