IN THIS EDITION:
- Colts, Academy, Crossmen appoint new corps directors
- Caption leadership announcements across World, All-Age classes
- Bluecoats, Guardians, Sunrisers hiring for staff positions
- DCI All-Age & SoundSport roundups
- And more!
The Academy
Earlier this month The Academy welcomed Kelsey Brunson as corps director. “Kelsey’s exceptional track record in higher ed leadership, music education, and her dedication to fostering excellence and innovation will be invaluable as we continue to build on The Academy’s legacy of inspiring and empowering the next generation of performers,” Academy board chair Matt Chamberlain said.
Blue Devils
The Blue Devils announced the members of the corps’ 2027 design and visual teams.
Bluecoats
Bluecoats are hiring for a variety of positions, including photographer and a new philanthropy-focused role.
Colts
Colts tapped Kathleen Ballard as its new corps director. “Kathleen brings incredible skills, experience, and continuity we’ve been striving for and helps move the organization forward seamlessly,” said Colts executive director Vicki MacFarlane.
Crossmen
Crossmen named John Meehan as its new corps director. “During his first season with the Crossmen, he made an exceptional impact and demonstrated a deep commitment to the development and experience of our performers, as well as the continued growth of the organization,” board of directors president David Borland said.
Pacific Crest
Pacific Crest announced its audition camp schedule and opened registration for those events.
Santa Clara Vanguard
Vanguard encouraged prospective members to fill out the corps’ 2027 interest form.
DCI All-Age Updates
Hawthorne Caballeros
Hawthorne Caballeros’ entire team of caption heads returns for the corps’ 2027 season.
