Phantom Regiment announced today that executive director Rick Valenzuela has resigned from the role he has held for more than 13 years. He will transition out between now and mid-January 2020. “While leading this storied organization has been a labor of love, it is a challenging role,” Valenzuela said. “I’ve been looking for the right […]
Watchmen Drum and Bugle Corps is pleased to announce its 2020 Instructional Leadership Team. Returning from 2019, Marcel Barragan (Front Ensemble), Israel (Izzy) Martinez (Visual), Brandon Johnson (Percussion) and Stephanie Rittenhouse (Brass) will bring their considerable talents, experience and skills as 2020 Captions. New to Watchmen for the 2020 season are Alex Vasquez and Randy […]
The defense attorney for the former drum corps director accused of sexual assault is demanding that a newspaper turn over its unedited video interview of his client’s accuser in order to prepare a proper defense. George Hopkins, the former CEO of the Allentown-based Youth Education in the Arts, faces three felony counts of sexual assault […]
The Madison Scouts are pleased to announce the Visual Instructional Team for the 2020 season, including: Tim Darbonne, Caption Head Brandon Wickem, Consultant Adrien Alkazzaz, Instructor Johnathon Bower, Instructor Dan Hoffman, Instructor Karl Koemmpel, Instructor Arjuna Myles, Instructor Sierra Rogers, Instructor Miranda Stark, Instructor Jeremy Turner, Instructor Read the rest of the article here.
On Friday, October 25th, Dann Petersen, joined by Nick Junker, will present “Making Time for Leadership Curriculum in the Classroom”. The presentation will be from 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. in Room E at the Monona Terrace. The session will allow music educators to discover the most common leadership challenges identified by music students along […]
In 2019, Southwind Drum and Bugle made big strides in building its program, earning Most Improved Corps in DCI’s Open Class. One key to the corps’ continued growth? Continuity in its percussion staff. According to Lawrence LeClaire, Southwind Corps Director, “We grew up a lot this past year, and percussion helped lead the way. Our […]
CARLA RUBUSCH – HOHNSTEIN We regretfully announce the passing of Mrs. Carla Rubusch – Hohnstein who passed away on October 11th, 2019. She was a major force for Pioneer along with her sister, Patty Lonzaga , during the 1990’s. She worked in the kitchen, helped with bingo, and was a major contributor to the building […]
Genesis Drum & Bugle Corps is proud to announce that Charles Aguillon is joining the team as Director of Education. As Director of Education, Aguillon will oversee and provide insight on methods to improve our program, as well as provide valuable guidance to staff members and performers. “I am excited to have Charles join our […]
Please help support Encorps in our first fundraiser for the 2020 season! This is going to be a fantastic event, with many different wines, IPA Beers, and great food. Please purchase your tickets below. Please purchase each persons ticket attending separately in order to receive a name tag. You will get an email confirmation, and […]
The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps is pleased to announce our 2020 Brass Educational Team, under the leadership of Michael Martin, Kevin LeBoeuf, Drew Dickey, and Claire Pittman. “Our brass staff is made up of some of the best teachers and musicians, not only in our activity, but in the larger musical world,” said Michael […]
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