In This Edition:
• Madison Scouts unveil theme of 2019 production
• Bluecoats to perform with national honor band at NFL Hall of Fame game
• Spirit of Atlanta reveals 2019 show title
• And more!
7th Regiment
7th Regiment formed a new partnership with Vibes Hi-Fi Earplugs.
The Academy
Get a sneak peek at The Academy’s 2019 production before it goes public and have a chance to see each section of the corps at work at the April 27 Meet the Academy event in Chandler, Arizona.
The Battalion
Take a glimpse at The Battalion’s first very own equipment trailer that will be pressed into service for this summer.
Blue Devils B
It’s not too late for California residents between the ages of 14-19 to audition for Blue Devils B.
Blue Devils C
Blue Devils C has openings in every section. California residents ages 8-14 may join this beginning-level organization that requires no experience.
Blue Knights
Read about the members of Blue Knights’ 2019 brass staff, led by new caption head Keith Tye. Noted corps arranger Jay Bocook is returning as brass composer and arranger.
Blue Stars
Meet the three individuals who have been named as the 2019 class of Blue Stars Hall of Fame inductees.
Bluecoats
Bluecoats is proud to partner with the Pro Football Hall of Fame to put together a national marching honor band that will perform alongside the drum corps in Canton, Ohio this summer at the annual NFL Hall of Fame Game. Registration is open to any student who plays a marching band instrument or who spins color guard equipment.
Carolina Crown
Learn how you can support Carolina Crown during its national tour from June 15 through August 15 by becoming a support vehicle driver of one of the corps’ trailer-towing vans or box trucks.
The Cavaliers
The Cavaliers’ full-corps rehearsal camp is the weekend of April 26-28. Tune in to the corps’ Snapchat for an inside look at this weekend’s rehearsals.
Colts
Colts will be back in action with a rehearsal camp April 26-28 in Dubuque, Iowa.
Colt Cadets
A desire to learn is all that’s required to become a member of Colt Cadets, comprised of middle school and high school members from the tri-state area around Dubuque, Iowa.
Columbians
Tickets are still available for Columbians’ Brass and Brews fundraiser taking place May 11 in Pasco, Washington.
Crossmen
Crossmen invites all who might be interested in volunteering to join the corps’ Facebook group or reach out to its volunteer coordinator.
Encorps
Encorps has a number of openings in its brass, percussion and color guard sections.
Genesis
Genesis still has flag and weapon openings in the corps’ color guard. Auditions resume April 26-28 in Bastrop, Texas for the corps’ 10th anniversary season.
Gold
Color guard performers are invited to audition online or in person for Gold.
Golden Empire
Golden Empire is having a full-corps rehearsal camp April 26-28 in Bakersfield, California.
Guardians
Guardians is raising funds for the corps’ new equipment trailer, which is replacing a trailer being retired due to wear and tear.
Heat Wave
Heat Wave will hold an audition and rehearsal camp for all sections April 27-28 in Bushnell, Florida.
Impulse
All are invited to attend the Impulse percussion and color guard rehearsal April 28 in Westminster, California. Immediate openings are available in all sections.
Incognito
Incognito is inviting high school percussion lines to send in a recording of the corps’ new percussion arrangement, “Groovius.”
Jersey Surf
Jersey Surf is actively seeking volunteers for the corps' upcoming summer season, including two CDL Class A and four non-CDL drivers among other positions.
Legends
You can vote for this Legends member who is a finalist for a Marching Arts Education scholarship.
Louisiana Stars
Louisiana Stars’ next full-corps rehearsal camp is May 24-27 in Lafayette, Louisiana. Those interested in learning about openings still available should contact the corps to learn how to arrange an audition.
Madison Scouts
Madison Scouts' 2019 production, "Majestic," will be inspired by the historic Majestic Theater in the corps' hometown of Madison, Wisconsin.
Mandarins
The Mandarins Alumni Association is recruiting individuals to join its Facebook group.
Music City
Music City is having a rehearsal camp April 26-28 in Franklin, Tennessee for all sections of the corps. There will be two optional parent meetings over the course of the weekend.
Pacific Crest
Pacific Crest’s staff is going to be stylin’ as they head down the road this summer in the corps’ new support staff motorhome. After checking out this video of the build-out, you might want to make a contribution to the 2019 Pacific Crest Tour Fund.
Phantom Regiment
Learn how you can sponsor a member of the 2019 Phantom Regiment.
Raiders
Raiders has openings for select brass players. Find out more at the corps’ audition camp April 26-28 in Philadelphia. This will also be the audition camp for prospective guard members.
River City Rhythm
Michael Lentz, director and designer for three-time WGI color guard champion Onyx, is the new program consultant for River City Rhythm.
Santa Clara Vanguard
Santa Clara Vanguard has passed the halfway milestone in the corps’ campaign to raise funds for its new kitchen trailer. Learn how you can donate to help them bring home the new "Miss Amana."
Seattle Cascades
Mykail Costner has joined Seattle Cascades’ color guard staff. The Cascades guard still has openings that can be auditioned for via video or live at the corps’ April 26-28 rehearsal camp in Bonney Lake, Washington.
Shadow
Shadow has color guard and brass positions available for their 2019 season. The corps is accepting video auditions and will also be holding a weekend rehearsal camp April 26-28 in Oregon, Wisconsin.
Southwind
Southwind is partnering with Dr. Elliot Cleveland, DPT, and Marching Health to provide corps members with preseason performance training and preventative health and wellness education.
Spartans
Spartans’ Nashua Spring Carnival is up and running through April 28 at Nashua (New Hampshire) High School South, featuring rides, carnival food, and games with prizes.
Spirit of Atlanta
Spirit of Atlanta revealed the title of the corps’ 2019 production. Stay tuned for further details.
Troopers
Troopers has openings for multiple color guard and limited brass positions. There is a full-corps rehearsal and audition camp April 26-28 in Mesquite, Texas that all interested parties are invited to attend.
Vanguard Cadets
The Vanguard Cadets will be performing along with Santa Clara Vanguard at the Pacific Procession at Santa Clara High School on June 24, offering attendees the opportunity to view a rehearsal run-through in the afternoon and a performance of the corps’ 2019 show at night.
Vessel
Vessel is auditioning for all sections April 27-28 in Murrieta, California.
Watchmen
Positions are available in all Watchmen sections. Those interested in learning more are encouraged to come to the corps’ rehearsal on Sunday, April 28 in Bloomington, California.