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Drum Corps Diary 2010: What I Have Learned

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:58:00 -0700

Acknowledging the end of the season, this article by Robert Gagnon is the eighth and final installment of our summer 2010 drum corps diary series written by members of the Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps

Drum Corps Diary 2010: This Is It!

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:48:00 -0700

In this seventh installment of our summer 2010 series, Cameron Land from Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps shares his feelings about ending the season at quarterfinals and still feeling like a champion.

Drum Corps Diary 2010: When in Rome

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:34:00 -0700

The Pacific Crest baritone/euphonium section leader, Ryan Milligan, reflects on how his decision to "break ranks" and perform for just one elderly stranger became one of the most defining moments in his drum corps career. This story is the sixth installment in our summer 2010 drum corps diary series.

Drum Corps Diary 2010: There's A Storm Brewin'

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:24:00 -0700

In this fifth installment of our 2010 drum corps diary series, Robert Gagnon from Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps confronts insects, swamps and a downpour--just another day in drum corps.

Drum Corps Diary 2010: On the Road

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:23:00 -0700

Color guard member Annie Ochoa from Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps tells about her first stop on the road, and the crazy weather that helped bring the young section together. This article is the fourth installment in our 2010 drum corps diary written by various members of Pacific Crest.

Getting on Top of Podiums

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:26:00 -0700

Having the right marching band podium can make rehearsals and performances much easier for conductors and field members alike. Get tips about selecting the right podium from a former drum major, now an instructor, who has climbed to the top hundreds of times.

Music for All Announces Eric L. Martin as New CEO

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 11:25:00 -0700

Music for All announces new president and CEO Eric L. Martin. Previous President and CEO Scott McCormick has resigned his position with the organization.

Music for All Moves Summer Symposium to Ball State

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 11:44:00 -0700

The Music for All (MFA) Summer Symposium for instrumental music students and teachers will move to Ball State University starting in 2011.

Shoe Anatomy 101

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:24:00 -0700

All marching shoes are not created equal. In order to avoid sore feet and even stress fractures, band and guard instructors and performers should be aware of the essential parts of a shoe�s anatomy to understand what each component can offer.

Legendary Drum Corps Shows: Honorable Mentions

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 21:57:00 -0700

When nominating the �Top 5 Legendary Drum Corps Shows� for our July/August 2010 print issue, corps directors, members and fans also touted the following shows--listed in chronological order--for their impact on the activity.