Are We Making a Difference? Recently, I heard a true story about one of our?Mandarins Music Academy?students who practiced his trumpet every night — so much so that one evening, he fell asleep hugging his trumpet like a teddy bear. He didn’t just play music; he?loved?it. I also heard about a student with disabilities at […]
This past weekend, the Madison Scouts proudly sponsored Camp Tampico, a two-day marching arts training clinic designed to support and grow the rapidly expanding marching arts community in Mexico. The clinic brought together eager student performers and world-class educators for intensive instruction across multiple disciplines. Madison Scouts instructors Oscar Ortiz (music and visual), Juana Sandoval […]
Our biggest fundraising effort of the year is still underway, and we wanted to share a quick update with you. Phantom Regiment’s Annual Giving Campaign continues through the end of December, and the support we receive right now will directly shape what we are able to do in 2026. So far, we have raised nearly […]
Boston Crusaders are excited to announce that we will be joining the King and Bach Brass family! This partnership unites two icons of musical excellence—Conn Selmer’s legendary craftsmanship and the Boston Crusaders’ world-class artistry—setting the stage for unforgettable performances in 2026 and beyond. Boston Crusaders Joins King and Bach Brass Family
Forward Performing Arts, Inc. (FPA) announces its 2025 annual meeting on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8 a.m (CT). The annual meeting will be held as a virtual meeting and conducted in accordance to the corporation bylaws. Read the rest of the article here.
The Spartans Drum & Bugle Corps is excited to announce a new partnership with Ludwig-Musser, beginning with the 2026 season—marking the Spartans’ first year competing in DCI’s World Class division. This partnership follows a historic season for the organization. In November 2025, the Spartans proudly performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, showcasing their talent […]
Representing our brass alumni, the Cochrans bring the whole family together for a little Rudolph! Since leaving the DCI field, Courtlon (BAC Sops ’99-’01) is now a performing and recording artist, Kristen (Staff ’13) is a US Air Force ,and baby Jaxon (Future Crusader) is picking out which instrument to audition on! Help celebrate the […]
The Spartans Drum and Bugle Corps performs in the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!
Boston Crusaders Go “Boom!” Artistic Director Keith Potter takes us behind-the-scenes, explaining the concepts that created this uniquely stylized show. You can listen to us below, or if you want to take us with you, you can download us from iTunes and Amazon. 1307: Most Popular Podcast of 2025
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