IN THIS EDITION:
- Inside Raiders' February rehearsal camp
- Blue Knights names new percussion caption head
- Troopers offer sneak peek at 2020 uniforms
- And more!
7th Regiment
Fiorella Contreras, a member of the 2019 7th Regiment baritone line, will lead the corps on the field this summer as drum major. According to corps executive director Kevin Lowery, “Fiorella truly embodies what we believe a corps member and student leader should be. She is a motivated, charismatic, and detail oriented young person. She possesses an infectious amount of energy.”
The Academy
Sign up for The Academy’s Virtual 5K Run, a “race” to be completed when and wherever you choose, and receive a T-shirt and medal.
The Battalion
Meet the four individuals who have been selected as The Battalion’s 2020 drum majors, led by returning drum majors Collin Moore and Everett Shryock. “This is the team that will lead our corps into history as we compete at World Championships in Indianapolis for the first time ever,” program director Mark Hartman said.
Blue Devils
Here’s the schedule for Blue Devils’ February 29 to March 1 rehearsal weekend at Los Medanos College in Pittsburg, California.
Blue Knights
Derrick Shannon has joined Blue Knights as percussion caption head and battery composer/arranger. See who else is working on the corps’ 2020 percussion staff.
Blue Stars
Blue Stars is seeking volunteers to help the corps at its March 6-8 rehearsal camp in Indianapolis.
Bluecoats
The first installment of the Bluecoats Brass Podcast is now available, introducing the primary brass teaching staff and explaining how the corps sets up its brass line, plus giving some insights into the upcoming season.
Boston Crusaders
Boston Crusaders’ brass line recently met in Texas for rehearsal. Read about the progress the horn line made in learning the first three productions of their 2020 production.
The Cadets
The Cadets’ latest newsletter offers several updates on the corps, including the selection of the four women who will lead the corps as 2020 drum majors, including returning head drum major Loren Gregory.
Carolina Crown
Carolina Crown is working to raise $35,000 for a new box truck to transport the corps’ expanding inventory of sound equipment.
The Cavaliers
If you are in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, show this ad at Blackfinn Randhurst Grill in Mount Prospect, Illinois during the month of March and have 10% of your tab donated to The Cavaliers.
Colts
Tickets are now available for the four Colts-sponsored DCI Tour events this summer.
Columbians
Columbians’ second-annual Brass and Brews event is upon us, featuring more than 10 local breweries, cider houses, and distilleries, a silent auction, and live music. The Saturday, February 29 event will be held at The Uptown Theatre in Richland, Washington.
Crossmen
Crossmen is looking for a field assistant intern to meet the needs of the corps’ 2020 drum majors while learning what it takes to be a part of the corps’ leadership team for the future.
Genesis
Although Genesis recently held its last open audition, the corps may still be looking for brass and front ensemble percussion players.
Golden Empire
Golden Empire has openings in its brass line and color guard. Interested parties are encouraged to attend the corps’ rehearsal camp February 28-March 1 at Bakersfield College in Bakersfield, California.
Guardians
Guardians offers a teaser video regarding the corps’ 2020 production.
Heat Wave
Heat Wave has openings available in all brass sections. The line’s next rehearsal camp will be the weekend of March 14-15 in Kissimmee, Florida.
Legends
A limited number of keyboard and electronics positions are available for the 2020 edition of Legends.
Les Stentors
Hear what Les Stentors’ drum instructors state what makes a “perfect match” for members of the corps’ drum line.
Madison Scouts
Madison Scouts has a wide-variety of openings on its summer tour management team.
Mandarins
Mandarins has been awarded the GuideStar Platinum Seal, the highest level of recognition for nonprofit organizations that share their progress on how they are accomplishing their mission.
Music City
Parker Shepherd, Joshua Hecht and Will Greene have been selected as Music City’s 2020 drum majors.
Phantom Regiment
In case you missed this DCI.org article on Phantom Regiment’s off-season, you’ll want to catch up on the progress the corps is making in preparation for the group’s 2020 season.
Raiders
Here are the three drum majors who will be leading Raiders on the field this summer. The corps still has open positions in the brass line, and a limited number of percussion openings.
River City Rhythm
River City Rhythm’s next rehearsal camp will be held March 6-8 in Mound Westonka High School in Minnetrista, Minnesota. Contact the corps regarding openings.
Santa Clara Vanguard
Santa Clara Vanguard is looking for licensed healthcare providers (athletic trainers, nurses, physical therapists, physicians, etc.) to join the SCV Health and Wellness Team for the 2020 season, whether they’re available for a short time or the entire season.
Seattle Cascades
Seattle Cascades are engaged in a new partnership with DeMoulin Bros & Co. and creative designer Chad Duggan for 2020 season costumes and uniforms. According to corps director Brian Smith, “I am confident that through his costuming Chad will truly bring to life the creative vision Darryl Pemberton and Brian Greenleaf have conceptualized for our 2020 production.”
Southwind
Southwind has openings throughout all sections of its trumpet section, with limited openings in other sections of the horn line. The next rehearsal camp is the weekend of March 13-15.
Spartans
Spartans has an open position for a part-time athletic trainer during the corps’ 2020 season.
Troopers
Troopers gave a sneak peek at what the corps’ new Fruhauf-designed uniforms will look like.
Vessel
Vessel is still recruiting brass players and encourages all to come to the corps’ March 8 brass rehearsal and audition in Ontario, California.
Watchmen
The final call for Watchmen brass and percussionists will be held on Sunday, March 16 at Bloomington High School in Bloomington, California. Openings are available in the brass line and front ensemble.
