Recently, on social media and in the news, special attention is being paid to Drum Corps in general and certain Corps specifically. Pioneer is one of the Corps that is receiving special consideration. While we might disagree on the accuracy of all the comments, depictions and rhetoric, some of what has been described is true. […]
Yamaha Corporation of America and the Madison Scouts are pleased to announce Megan Hutera and Brian Keith as recipients of the Yamaha Music Educator’s scholarship. The $500 scholarships are awarded annually to one percussionist and one brass player in the Madison Scouts who demonstrate good citizenship and leadership skills and are also pursuing a collegiate […]
MADISON SCOUT OF THE YEAR Brett McLellan Brett is a second year member of the Madison Scouts playing timpani. He is a music education major at the University Wisconsin-Eau Claire. BRASS MVP: John D’Amico Rookie of the Year: Megan Hutera Most Improved: Mark Jimenez Read the rest of the article here.
On Sunday, August 12, over 600 people filled a Banquet Hall at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis to honor an incredible 2018 DCI season. And following championship wins by the Santa Clara Vanguard and Vanguard Cadets, there was much to be celebrated! The first ever Vanguard End of Season Banquet was kicked off with a […]
High School marching bands are gearing up for the beginning of their seasons, but Katie Zheng, a Madisonville native, just finished hers with the Santa Clara Vanguard, becoming a World Champion with the drum corps based out of California. To hear her story, watch the video above. For the latest breaking news and stories from […]
The Hiltop Realty/The Mortgage Hub Charity Golf Tournament is on! Help us raise funds for 2019 scholarships. Presented by Sentrex Exterminator, Red Pointe Roofing, and Quiktax Tax Services. Friday, October 5, 2018 Los Serranos Country Club, Chino Hills, CA Read the rest of the article here.
The Allentown Cadets drum and bugle corps earned some high honors out in Indianapolis. The Cadets competed in the Drum Corps International World Championships at Lucas Oil Stadium. The Cadets drum major, Claire Albrecht, was the recipient of the Jim Jones Leadership Award at this weekend’s championships. Read the rest of the article here.
Tens of thousands of fans stood and cheered as the 2018 Bluecoats ended their season at the Drum Corps International World Championships in Indianapolis on Saturday night. The show – Session 44 – was about the performer’s journey. It came to a fitting end as 154 Bluecoats performers came face-to-face with a roaring crowd. Bringing […]
Sixth in the world is a record to be proud to have. That’s where the Rosemont Cavaliers ranked Saturday (Aug. 12) in the 2018 Drum Corps International finals, held at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. This year’s Cavaliers performance piece was dubbed “Of Madness and Creativity.” Music included works by Lou Reed, George Crumb, […]
The Drum Corps International Summer Tour and Competition wraps up Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium More than 5,600 performers have been in town from across the U.S. and 15 other countries. The World Championship finals began at 6:30 p.m. Corps are scheduled to compete through 10 p.m., and awards at 10:15. Read the rest of […]
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