There’s a dramatic shift happening in the British drum corps scene. The activity is moving from the fields of summer to the gyms of winter. DCI’s Steve Rondinaro tells us that British corps directors and Drum Corps United Kingdom are looking to DCI’s rapidly-growing SoundSport program to help revive an activity brought low by COVID.
We are looking forward to continuing the process of assembling the 2025 Blue Stars in a series of winter camps to finalize the corps membership and to prepare for the 2025 season. Whether you are a contracted member of the corps, received a callback, are interested in continuing the audition process, or you are a […]
The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, a nationally recognized organization dedicated to excellence in music and the performing arts, proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Josh Thye as Executive Director, effective June 1, 2025. Mr. Thye brings an impressive portfolio of experience in music education, leadership, and community engagement. Currently serving as the Coordinator of […]
Greetings! It’s hard to believe December is here and with it, Giving Tuesday — a day dedicated to generosity and positive impact. As we embark on this meaningful day, we’re reflecting on what makes Music City and the drum corps experience so powerful: Belonging, Openness, Learning, and Determination — values that guide everything we do. […]
A drum corps tour is a busy and sometimes chaotic endeavor, and a crucial piece of equipment to help smooth the process is the 15-passenger van that travels with the corps each summer. As part of our annual fleet evaluation and renewal, the organization has decided it’s time to replace one of our vans. And […]
Troopers Drum & Bugle Corp is pleased to announce expanded ticket-purchasing options for select DCI Events, starting with next summer’s DCI World Championships in Indianapolis. Drum Corps International has revamped its Corps Ticket Sales Program, enhancing the process to benefit participating corps. The Troopers are pleased to pass the benefits and improved options on to […]
Just in time for the holiday season, the first tickets of the summer are officially on sale! After a summer that will bring the corps coast to coast, we’re excited return home to Lawrence, MA on Thursday, July 31st! Join us for New England’s final DCI show of the summer with performances by: Boston Crusaders […]
The Blue Stars are pleased to offer tickets to 2025 DCI Tour Events, including DCI World Championships, Premier events – new this year – any DCI sponsored tour event. Also new this year, ANY available seat for an event is open for purchase – there is no set block for each corps as in the […]
In 2023, the Boston Crusaders Brass program announced a partnership with 825, the breakout marching line of instruments from Best American Craftsmen. As the 2025 BACBrass gathers in San Antonio for camp this weekend, we are proud to reaffirm our relationship with 825 for the third season! Combining superior craftsmanship, world class durability, and dynamic […]
The return of one of the nation’s largest drum corps shows – Innovations in Brass – to the HOF Enshrinement Week at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium on Monday, August 4th, featuring some of the world’s greatest drum corps and the return of the BANDtastic! middle school honor band! Last year’s event was one […]
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