The Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps, Inc. seeks donors to support a scholarship in an effort to reach out to young adults from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The scholarship will apply to the 2015 season and will cover all or part of the corps’ fees, which include instruction, equipment, housing, meals and transportation. […]
7th Regiment has posted their 2014 show program title, “Nevsky”, on their Facebook fan page. No show music or other information has been announced at this time. Read the rest of the article here.
Legends will see a number of returning staff and administration for the 2014 season. “I am pleased to see a number of individuals return in our brass and administrative teams,” says Ibe Sodawalla, Executive Director/CEO. “Additionally, some new appointments and positions have been created as I continue to refine all areas to support the quality […]
It has begun – December is a busy month for drum corps, and this was certainly true for The Academy. The first official audition weekend was the fifth recruitment event of the season for us, having hosted four pre-audition Open House sessions in Florida, California, and Arizona. Nearly 400 participants have been served at these […]
We are pleased to announce that Kendall Stevenson has been selected as the Drum Major of The 2014 Cadets. Kendall will be the head of a stellar leadership team this year: Kendall Stevenson, Drum Major Kendall, 19, got her first taste of drum corps at the Phantom Regiment Conducting Camp in 2010. In 2012, she […]
After several very close opportunities to finally bring a COO/CFO to YEA!, we find ourselves still looking for the perfect person to help lead the organization into the future. In the meantime, the decision has been made to add another accountant to the financial team at Youth Education in the Arts, rounding out a department […]
The Mandarins held their annual Awards Banquet on Thanksgiving Friday. Corps Director Jim Tabuchi gave an overview of the many accomplishments of the past year, including the Chase Community Grant, the Arts Day of Giving, our sold-out DCI Capital Classic, the 50th Anniverary Celebration, and more. We look forward to starting the next 50 years. […]
Gold Drum & Bugle Corps announced its plans to compete on a larger portion of DCI’s Open Class National Tour. Building on the success of Gold’s first two National Tours, the Corps’ tentative schedule includes an expanded Cross Country Tour that includes shows in Springfield IL, Minneapolis MN, Mason City Iowa, and a free day […]
Pre-registration for Pacific Crest’s December Auditions ends Thursday, December 12th. If you don’t pre-register, plan to register at the door when you arrive. Be sure to arrive before 8 am to allow adequate time to complete the registration process. Are you interested in performing with Pacific Crest in 2014? Now’s your chance to take advantage […]
Dear Friend of the Blue Stars, One of the most common comments I receive from alumni and fans is, “I sure wish the corps would bring back the red plumes again.” Well, I’m happy to report we’re trying to make it happen for the Blue Stars’ 50th Anniversary Season! But, we can’t do it without […]
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