IN THIS EDITION:
• Raiders reveal title for '24 production
• Boston brass plays holiday classics
• Take a deep breath with 7th Regiment
• DCI All-Age & SoundSport roundups
• And more!
7th Regiment
Check out video footage from inside 7th Regiment's December audition camp, as the corps' brass auditionees work on breathing techniques.
The Academy
The Academy is currently accepting applications for those interested in serving on its board of directors.
The Battalion
The Battalion added a new location to its 2024 audition offerings. The Utah corps will host a satellite color guard audition January 6 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
Blue Devils
The Blue Devils organization welcome Thesis, a northern California indoor percussion ensemble, to its list of program offerings. "By welcoming this promising percussion ensemble into our family, we are not only expanding our creative horizons but also creating pathways for young musicians to follow their dreams," director of programs Lainey Braatz said.
Blue Knights
Scroll through photos from Blue Knights' recent Denver-based audition camp.
Blue Stars
Blue Stars' January calendar features three audition opportunities, starting with the corps' January 12-14 camp for brass, percussion and conductors in Lebanon, Indiana.
Bluecoats
Bluecoats shared photos from the corps' December callback audition camp which took place in Canton, Ohio.
Boston Crusaders
Listen in as members of Boston Crusaders' brass section play through familiar holiday tunes, as featured in the corps' "Jingle Jam" fundraiser event.
Carolina Crown
Carolina Crown visual designer Jeff Sacktig was announced as a member of the 2024 Winter Guard International Hall of Fame class.
The Cavaliers
The Cavaliers' special-needs drum line, King Cobras, performed as part of the internationally-recognized Midwest Clinic convention in Chicago.
Colts
The Dubuque, Iowa corps currently has spots open for interested auditionees in its snare and bass drum sections.
Columbians
Meet Columbians' percussion staff for the 2024 season, led by co-caption heads Britt Dahlgren and Ian Fuller, and front ensemble coordinator Luke Dedominces.
Crossmen
Take a look at photos from "one of (Crossmen's) biggest camps of the year," held in Del Valle, Texas.
Genesis
Genesis shared a series of photos from its Caldwell, Texas weekend audition camp.
Heat Wave
Audition registration materials and more are now available for those interested in joining Heat Wave's 2024 corps.
Jersey Surf
Check out this set of photos from Jersey Surf's winter audition camps.
Madison Scouts
Madison Scouts camp attendees share the various journeys they took in order to partake in the corps' December audition.
Mandarins
Mandarins brass co-caption head Ricardo Brown shared audition tips and analysis in StrideTV's new series, "The Callback."
Music City
Music City executive director Mike Webb shared a positive year-end message with the corps' fans and followers. "Each of you have been instrumental in creating positive “progress” for Music City over the past 15 years," he wrote. "I welcome you to join us in making an investment in the lives of young people and see where it takes us over the next 15 years."
Pacific Crest
See the highlights from Pacific Crest's southern California audition camp in this video recap.
Phantom Regiment
Newly-introduced Phantom Regiment CEO Amanda Hamaker offered a holiday-focused message reflecting on the organization's 2023 and invited readers to support the corps' year-end giving campaign.
Raiders
Raiders revealed a fiery title to the corps' 2024 competitive production.
River City Rhythm
The Minnesota corps announced its percussion instructional staff for 2024, under the leadership of caption head Calvin Tromwall.
Santa Clara Vanguard
Santa Clara Vanguard announced a partnership with uniform and apparel manufacturer DeMoulin Bros. and Co. "This sponsorship aligns seamlessly with our commitment to excellence in all areas," corps director Gio Bastante said. "We are grateful for DeMoulin’s support in elevating the artistic experiences of our performers."
Seattle Cascades
Seattle Cascades' next rehearsal camp is scheduled for January 19-21 in Scappoose, Oregon.
Spartans
Spartans' December camp, which the corps dubbed "a huge success," set the table for the corps' January 13-14 brass and percussion camp in Nashua, New Hampshire.
Spirit of Atlanta
Video auditions for Spirit of Atlanta's 2024 corps close December 30.
Troopers
The Casper, Wyoming corps is in search of a "guitar legend" for its 2024 corps.
DCI All-Age Updates
Bushwackers
A new video series, "Down the Line," will introduce you to the diverse group of members who make up the New Jersey all-age corps.
Cincinnati Tradition
Take a peek inside Cincinnati Tradition's December rehearsal camp.
Columbus Saints
Meet the Columbus Saints' 2024 brass, percussion and color guard caption heads.
Fusion Core
Fusion Core needs your support as the New Jersey corps crosses the halfway mark in its "2024 Trailer Fundraiser."
Govenaires
The Govenaires are getting close to their 2024 kickoff weekend which will take place January 13-14 in St. Peter, Minnesota.
Hawthorne Caballeros
The Caballeros wish all a safe, happy and healthy holiday season.
Hurricanes
Led by caption head Nick Ruel, meet the members of the Hurricanes' 2024 brass instructional staff.
Reading Buccaneers
There are a limited number of Buccaneers holiday ornaments left for the taking as part of the corps' holiday fundraising campaign.
Rogues Hollow Regiment
Rogues Hollow Regiment gave a little taste of the corps' brass section in a video posted from their latest rehearsal camp.
Skyliners
The Skyliners report that the corps member camaraderie was "infectious" during the New York corps' latest rehearsal camp.
SoundSport Updates
Arsenal Drum & Bugle Corps – El Paso, TX
Don't miss Arsenal's upcoming rehearsal camps in January.
Eclipse Drum & Bugle Corps – Indianapolis, IN
Eclipse revealed the title of the Indianapolis corps' 2024 production.
Les Titans de Quebec – Quebec, QC
Customers were able to pick up butter, milk, eggs and a little bit of Les Titans during a recent performance inside the IGA Extra grocery store.
Memphis Blues – Memphis, TN
Memphis Blues will offer virtual audition opportunities for brass musicians through January 7.
Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps – Muskegon, MI
An impressive number of participants were in attendance at Northern Lights' December audition and rehearsal camp in Michigan. Check out these video highlights from the event.
Sonus Brass Theater – Woodbridge, VA
Sonus Brass Theater is excited to welcome a color guard back to the ensemble in 2024.
Spirit of Sunnyvale – Sunnyvale, CA
Meet all the members of Spirit of Sunnyvale's 2024 instructional staff.
Youth Against Violence – Rockford, IL
Learning proper drum maintenance was on the agenda during a recent rehearsal of Youth Against Violence percussionists.
Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps – Tulsa, OK
Zephyrus posted some additional highlights from the corps' December rehearsal camp.