IN THIS EDITION:
- A fitting Carolina Crown tribute to the late Eddie Van Halen
- Pacific Crest hosts drive-by banquet to recognize 2020 corps members
- Cadets to host “parade” of Halloween costumes
- And more!
#MarchOn
With the cancelation of the 2020 DCI Tour, DCI’s performing ensembles are in need of your assistance. A donation of any amount to the organizations of your choice will go a long way to ensure that we will #MarchOn for the benefit of some of the best and brightest young adults across the globe!
7th Regiment
The nomination period for the 7th Regiment Hall of Fame is now open.
The Academy
For a limited time only, The Academy has re-released shirts from the corps’ popular “Drum Corpse Bride” production.
The Battalion
Check out this clip of The Battalion in the lot during the corps’ 2019 trip to Denver for the annual Drums Along the Rockies event.
Blue Devils
Band directors and music educators can fill out this survey to get 75% off the registration fee to attend the corps’ one-day virtual workshop with Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser and Blue Devils staff members on October 10.
Blue Knights
Blue Knights hosted a virtual induction ceremony for the organization’s 2020 class of hall of fame members.
Blue Stars
Aaron Meyer, host of Blue Stars’ “So You Think You Can Move,” explains what the new contest with a cash prize is all about.
Bluecoats
The Bluecoats School of the Arts “Symposium II” December 5-6 will feature award-winning composer, performer, and YouTube star Jacob Collier as a keynote lecturer.
Boston Crusaders
Every registrant to the corps’ new educational Backstage platform will receive an exclusive swag bag full of Boston Crusaders gear.
The Cadets
The Cadets want to see you dressed in your Halloween best! Submit a photo to take part in the corps’ virtual Halloween Parade with prizes awarded for Best-Dressed Baby, Best-Dressed Pet, Best Drum Corps Uniform, Best Band Uniform and Best Adult Halloween Costume.
Carolina Crown
In memory of guitar legend Eddie Van Halen who passed away this week at the age of 65, the drum corps community looked back to Carolina Crown’s 2011 “Rach Star” production where the group performed an arrangement of Van Halen’s iconic “Eruption” solo.
The Cavaliers
This fall The Cavaliers are hosting virtual marching band contests with the next deadline for entries coming up on October 12.
Colts
This week the wraps came off the Colts Red Zone, an offseason educational experience and audition opportunity for students looking to advance their performance skills.
Crossmen
Drill and visual designer Tim Fairbanks is the latest addition to Crossmen’s design team.
Gold
Registration is opening soon for the 2021 Gold Winterguard.
Guardians
Guardians is collecting applications for a number of instructional and support staff positions.
Impulse
Since the shutdown of the 2020 DCI season, Impulse has put a focus on reengaging with its alumni base to keep the organization thriving.
Jersey Surf
Jersey Surf threw things back this week to the corps’ 2012 “Bridgemania” production.
Madison Scouts
A recent episode of “Musicbook,” the podcast of current Madison Scouts brass arranger Daniel Montoya, covers the Scouts’ popular 1995 production with brass composer and arranger Scott Boerma.
Mandarins
Mandarins recently turned back the clock to 1992, the year that the corps won its third DCI World Championship title in Division III competition.
Pacific Crest
Pacific Crest recently hosted a drive-by socially distanced banquet for its 2020 corps members.
River City Rhythm
In 2015, River City Rhythm squared off against the Oregon Crusaders in this DrumLine Battle on the day of the DCI World Championship Finals.
Santa Clara Vanguard
In a special video, Santa Clara Vanguard corps and staff members thanked all those who helped raise more than $150,000 in the organization’s Front and Center fundraising campaign.
Seattle Cascades
Seattle Cascades named the members of the corps’ 2021 brass instructional staff. “This perfect combination of educators come from a wide range of backgrounds that will continue to elevate our brass program,” director Brian Smith said.
Southwind
This week Southwind recognized the birthday of Michael Terry, the founding director of the corps.
Spirit of Atlanta
Registration is required to attend Spirit of Atlanta’s virtual town hall meeting on Thursday, October 15.
Troopers
This Sunday, October 11, Troopers will host a virtual open house for brass musicians. The event will give prospective members the opportunity to interact with staff members and learn more about joining the corps for its 2021 season.
