Dear Bushwackers Family, When will these unusual times end? It’s safe to say that’s all on our minds. All of us, not just the drum corps world are dealing with more uncertainty than we’ve ever had in our lives. Eventually, our “normal”, regular routine will return but when? No one knows for certain but when […]
The N. Y. Skyliners 75th Anniversary Banquet Planning Group announces that tickets for the Banquet go on sale on Sunday, March 15, 2020. Calling all Skyliners past and present (including all who have been in the Field corps, Alumni corps, Alumni Chorus, Winter Sky, Percussion Ensembles, Mini-corps, Volunteers and any other group that were created […]
Due to the growing concerns regarding COVID-19, also known as the novel coronavirus, the Morristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been canceled. Unfortunately, this means our performance at the festivities has also been canceled. The Administration at the Hawthorne Caballeros has further decided it is within the best interest our staff, instructors, and ultimately our […]
Minnesota Brass is proud to announce the hiring of Sam Springer as the Corps Director for the summer Drum and Bugle Corps. “Sam, being an alumni of MBI, understands the history and potential of our organization. She also brings a wealth of experience in the marching arts activity and will be a great asset in […]
Minnesota Brass is excited to announce that Mr. Robert Gurrola will be assuming the role of program director for MBI’s new Brass Education Workshop. Longtime MBI member and marching arts advocate Cindy Bach will be assisting as well. Both Cindy and Robert have been involved with Minnesota Brass in many ways throughout the years and […]
Following a 2nd place finish at the DCI SoundSport Championships in 2019, Minnesota Brass Drum and Bugle Corps is gearing up to kick off our 74th competitive season in 2020. The first rehearsal will be held after the WGI winter seasons have ended at 6:30 P.M. on April 22, at Inver Hills Community College. MBI […]
The Bushwackers are excited to welcome back Alan Chez and John Molloy as Brass Consultants for the 2020 season! Both Al & John are Bushwackers Alumni, as marching members AND having previously been on staff. Alan Chez is well known for playing over 25 years on Late Night and The Late Show with David Letterman. […]
The White Sabers Drum and Bugle Corps are excited to announce that we will be starting the process for selecting Drum Majors for the 2020 Season. Below you will find the information and qualifications that we are looking for our on field leadership! Check it out and let us know you’re interested in this exciting […]
Minnesota Brass is pleased to offer a 12-week educational workshop designed to enhance the performance capabilities of brass instrument musicians. Workshop topics include Historical Development of Brass Instruments, History of Brass Instruments in Drum & Bugle Corps, Brass Performance Techniques for Individuals and Ensembles, and Music for Individual & Ensemble Brass Performance. The program also […]
Quamel Francis – Visual Choreographer Quamel started marching competitively in 2010 with Excelsior Drum and Bugle Corps. He then went on to join the Hawthorne Caballeros in 2012 and has completed 7 seasons with the corps! His other marching experience includes the Spirit of Stony Brook Marching Band (2013-2017) and the Bluecoats (2016). Quamel has […]
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