IN THIS EDITION:
- Colt Cadets set out on a "harrowing adventure"
- Regiment appoints DCI Hall of Famer as new corps manager
- Rhythm IN BLUE, Zephyrus reveal '24 show themes
- DCI All-Age & SoundSport roundups
- And more!
7th Regiment
7th Regiment will host its three-day Connecticut Drum Corps Celebration Weekend, July 19-21.
The Academy
The Academy recently wrapped up its last brass rehearsal camp of the offseason.
The Battalion
New Battalion color guard and brass audition opportunities have been added for April 20 in Kentucky and Michigan.
Blue Devils
28 percent of Panda Express orders on Thursday, April 18, will support BD Performing Arts with the use of the organization’s unique code at checkout.
Blue Stars
Blue Stars has a large inventory of pre-used Yamaha brass and percussion instruments for sale.
Bluecoats
A Champions Club VIP Ticket offers some of the best seats in the house for the Innovations in Brass DCI Tour event August 5 in Canton, Ohio.
Boston Crusaders
The Crusaders commemorated the Boston Red Sox’s home opener with a throwback to the corps’ 2023 performance of the Neil Diamond classic, “Sweet Caroline.”
Carolina Crown
Thirty-four members of the 2024 Carolina Crown color guard are performing with groups competing this weekend at the WGI Color Guard World Championships in Dayton, Ohio.
The Cavaliers
Founded in 1948, The Cavaliers celebrated “Founders Day” on April 8, “4/8.”
Colts
With their next rehearsal camp scheduled for April 26-29, the Colts have opportunities available to color guard members interested in marching with the Iowa corps in 2024.
Colt Cadets
Described as a “harrowing adventure,” the Colt Cadets revealed the theme of the corps’ 2024 production, “The Woods.”
Heat Wave
The window for percussionists to send in a video audition for Heat Wave will close April 19.
Jersey Surf
Jersey Surf marked the nine-year anniversary of the corps’ music video collaboration with actor Janina Gavankar.
Les Stentors
More than 700 tickets have already been sold for Les Stentors’ annual lobster dinner fundraiser.
Madison Scouts
Longtime Madison Scouts arranger Scott Boerma will be inducted as part of the DCI Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
Mandarins
The Mandarins appointed Luke Fender as the director of the corps’ health and wellness team.
Pacific Crest
Pacific Crest will host three educational leadership camps this June in California.
Phantom Regiment
Phantom Regiment promoted DCI Hall of Fame member Marie Czapinski to the role of corps manager. “As corps manager, Marie will continue to bring her wealth of experience and leadership to our corps, guiding and inspiring our members to new heights of achievement.”
Raiders
Meet the duo who will serve as drum major leaders of the 2024 Raiders.
River City Rhythm
Musicians of all experience levels are invited to River City Rhythm’s upcoming rehearsal camp, April 26-28, in Waseca, Minnesota.
Santa Clara Vanguard
Meet the members of Santa Clara Vanguard’s nine-person 2024 snare drum line.
Seattle Cascades
The Cascades have immediate openings in their front ensemble percussion, trumpet, tuba, baritone and color guard sections.
Spartans
The Spartans will head to Quincy, Massachusetts for their next rehearsal camp, April 26-28.
Spirit of Atlanta
Don’t miss the Spirit of Atlanta’s tribute to National Pet Day.
Troopers
The Troopers introduced their 2024 color guard staff leadership and choreographers.
DCI All-Age Updates
Atlanta CV
Atlanta CV has a number of positions open in their front ensemble percussion section.
Bushwackers
It was sunny days for the Bushwackers’ brass during the section’s April rehearsal camp.
Cincinnati Tradition
Don’t miss these snapshots from Cincinnati Tradition’s April rehearsal camp.
Columbus Saints
Still recruiting for 2024, the Columbus Saints outline currently-open positions, time commitment and costs for those interested in getting involved with the Ohio All-Age Class corps.
Fusion Core
Fusion Core color guard auditions will take place April 27-28 at Jefferson Township High School in Oak Ridge, New Jersey.
Govenaires
Sunny skies gave the Govenaires the opportunity to head outside to learn drill formations last weekend. The Minnesota corps will be back in action with their next rehearsal April 13-14.
Hawthorne Caballeros
Led by caption head Briana See, the Caballeros introduced the color guard staff for the corps’ 2024 season.
Hurricanes
The Hurricanes will be raising funds as part of “The Great Give,” in an effort to lessen financial barriers and give more corps members the opportunity to get involved with the Connecticut corps.
Reading Buccaneers
Buccaneers color guard auditions are set to take place April 26-28.
Rogues Hollow Regiment
Meet the members of Rogues Hollow’s 2024 brass staff team.
Skyliners
The Skyliners recently recruited at the Mid York Color Guard Circuit Championships.
Sunrisers
The Sunrisers’ brass and percussion sections will rehearse Sunday, April 14 in Kings Park, New York.
SoundSport Updates
Arsenal Drum & Bugle Corps – El Paso, TX
Arsenal has named Edwin Parker-McConnell as the corps’ 2024 color guard caption head.
Bluecoats Rhythm IN BLUE Canton, OH
Rhythm IN BLUE revealed the title and repertoire for the SoundSport team’s 2024 production, “Shift.”
Eclipse Drum & Bugle Corps – Indianapolis, IN
Eclipse revealed the new uniform look the corps will wear in 2024.
IMPACT Drum & Bugle Corps – Orlando, FL
IMPACT recently performed at the 39th-annual British Car Show in Sanford, Florida.
Memphis Blues – Memphis, TN
Memphis Blues is recruiting at the 2024 WGI Color Guard World Championships in Dayton, Ohio.
Mon Valley Express – South Park, PA
Mon Valley Express revealed the group’s 2024 production will be titled, “Psychedelic.”
Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps – Muskegon, MI
Northern Lights condenses three days of rehearsal down to 60 seconds in this package of video highlights.
Sky Ryders – Hutchinson, KS
As the Sky Ryders gear up to make their SoundSport debut in 2024, the ensemble encourages supporters to consider “24 for 24,” donating $24 a month for 24 months to help the organization reach its fundraising goals.
Illrock Rhythm and Groove Ensemble – Rockford, IL
“Drills and skills” were on tap as Illrock had its first outdoor rehearsal of 2024.
Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps – Tulsa, OK
Zephyrus’ 2024 production, “Crescent,” is billed as “an allegorical music and visual experience representing three stages of an evening.”
