The drum beats on. Or at least for about 20 local kids who hope it beats on, as they look forward to marching with Fusion Core, a Drum and Bugle Corps team based out of Jefferson, NJ. Fusion Core is a weekend-only DCA corps that competes on weekends from the end of June until Labor […]
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Jordan Jergenson, a longtime member, instructor, and friend of Minnesota Brass, Inc., who passed away unexpectedly in October. Throughout the years, Jordan made a huge impact on the Minnesota marching arts community, in particular, his efforts to revive and cultivate a vibrant cymbal community and culture. As […]
Metallurgy, the ancient art and science of modifying metals, gave rise to the study of alchemy. This medieval forerunner of chemistry is based on the supposed “transformation” of matter, particularly converting base metals into gold. Ancient Alchemy, a science represented in symbols, considered the Quincunx the most important. Five figures within a square, it denotes […]
We are asking our friends, family and alumni to make a donation to the corps and in return any donations of $20 or more will receive an exclusive 2021 Bushwackers Christmas Ornament! Be sure to check the box to share your mailing address so we know where to send your gift! Read the rest of […]
Brian Horn – Snare Technician Brian Horn is a marching percussion educator from Somerset, NJ. His marching percussion career started 15 years ago at Immaculata High School in Somerville, NJ. Brian’s first experience with an independent group was playing snare drum as a member of the Bushwackers (2010). Following the DCA experience, Brian then marched […]
Kevin Kirby Jr. – Visual Tech “Kirby” has been a part of the Caballeros since 2012. He marched as a tuba player from 2012- 2015. In 2016 he was brought onto the visual team as a tech until in 2019 he became the visual caption head, with his final year in that role being in […]
PJ Tankard – Instructor This is PJ Tankard’s fourth summer with the HCCG. As a high school student, he was a member of the Elizabeth High School Marching Band. His marching experience includes Alter Ego (IO), Black Watch (IW), The Bushwackers (DCA), Jersey Surf (DCI) and The Cadets (DCI). His experience in teaching programs goes […]
Kevin Horne – High Brass Technician Kevin Horne is currently the Band Director at Bangor Area High School in Bangor, PA, where he leads two concert ensembles, two jazz ensembles, marching band, pit orchestra, basketball band and teaches music theory and guitar classes. Prior to teaching in Bangor, Kevin spent 7 years teaching middle school […]
Joshua Jenkins – Brass Caption Head Joshua (JJ) Jenkins is a performer and educator from Fairfield, New Jersey. Currently, JJ is the Director of Bands at Ramsey High School in Ramsey, New Jersey. At Ramsey, JJ is the director of the Ramsey “Big Blue” marching band and the Ramsey Wind Ensemble. His other responsibilities include […]
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