The 2009 Drum Corps International Tour is in full swing. See what’s new on the DCI Fan Network. The corps have been hard at work and have uploaded some awesome videos for subscribers to check out. If you missed the live Webcast from Stanford, Calif., check it out in the “On Demand” section, along with performances from Normal, Ill.
Blue Devils
Tune in to the Blue Devils’ Fan Network channel for the latest updates to the Get the Feeling series of videos. Check out this week’s videos, which include a spotlight on the corps’ 2009 program, “1930.”
Blue Stars
The Blue Stars get a reprieve from rainy weather in their latest Fan Network update. Peek in as the color guard rehearses before a show in Mankato, Minn.
Bluecoats
In the Bluecoats’ “Live Minute #5,” guard instructor Jason Herrington gives Fan Network viewers insider information on what color guard members are doing in rehearsal to perfect their 2009 program, “Imagine.”
Boston Crusaders
Check out the Boston Crusaders horn line as they rehearse in Decatur, Ind., and don’t miss an episode of “Lot Shots” with Boston’s front ensemble as they warm up before a show in Toledo, Ohio.
Carolina Crown
In the latest episode of “CrownMINUTE” check out the corps’ color guard section at the Music For All Summer Symposium in Normal, Ill. See how they help the campers improve their skills … and show off a little in the process.
Colts
The Colts, Cavaliers and Holy Name Cadets shared food for a drum corps “Cooktruck Potluck” after a show in Toledo, Ohio. Corps members enjoyed each others’ company as well as a late-night snack of corn dogs, chicken nuggets and ice cream.
Madison Scouts
In this episode of “Madisonic,” get a member’s perspective on what it means to be involved with a drum corps. See what it’s like to rehearse with the Madison Scouts as they prepare for the first weekend of shows.
Mandarins
Catch up with the Mandarins staff as they tell Fan Network viewers what’s new in the corps’ 2009 program, “Absolute.” Be on the lookout for the corps’ new color guard and percussion equipment in upcoming performances, as well as additions to their program for their tour stops in Northern California.
Pacific Crest
Take a look into Pacific Crest’s rehearsal as they use a technique called “show simulation” to practice sections of their program at the energy level expected during an actual performance.
Santa Clara Vanguard
In this episode of “Behind the Star,” Tyler VanDamme tells us about the E-flat trumpet and how the corps will utilize its unique sound for a duet in the beginning of the show. Also, don’t miss clips from rehearsal.
The all-new DCI Fan Network gives you ultimate access to your favorite corps… At your fingertips… 24 hours a day! In addition to free viral video content uploaded by corps video crews from around the country, Fan Network subscribers have it all, from unlimited access to the Drum Corps International audio/video vault, to live Webcasts from some of DCI's most exciting events, to on-demand replays of select corps performances available as the '09 summer season unfolds. Learn more about the DCI Fan Network and subscribe today!
