IN THIS EDITION:
• Battalion helps make dreams come true
• Look inside Columbians' January rehearsal camp
• Carolina Crown's percussion gets to work
• SoundSport: Music from Youth Against Violence, Zephyrus
• And more!
7th Regiment
7th Regiment will host a two-day rehearsal camp, February 11-12 at Winthrop STEM Elementary in New London, Connecticut.
The Academy
The Arizona corps is participating in "Birdies for Charity," a fundraising initiative of the Waste Management Phoenix Open, and invites fans to contribute to its $15,000 goal.
The Battalion
Learn more about how The Battalion can support the beginning of your drum corps journey through the story of founding member Zach Mercer, who went on to win a DCI World Championship with the Blue Devils in 2022.
Blue Devils
Blue Devils Performing Arts' Crab Feed fundraiser is scheduled for March 4 in Concord, California.
Blue Knights
For those who can't make it to the corps' in-person camps, Blue Knights offers a virtual audition opportunity to interested participants.
Bluecoats
Fans attending the Texas Music Educators Assocation convention (TMEA) in San Antonio can enter a giveaway for 2023 DCI Tour tickets or Bluecoats merchandise at the corps' exhibit booth #2876.
Boston Crusaders
The Boston corps is seeking certified athletic trainers to join its team for the summer of 2023.
The Cadets
The Cadets are in search of a qualified videography intern to round out the corps' 2023 media team.
Carolina Crown
Carolina Crown battery caption supervisor Jared Andrews and front ensemble caption supervisor Phil Idell discuss the percussion section's February rehearsal camp in a recent video recap.
The Cavaliers
The Rosemont, Illinois corps invites followers to learn more about its annual awards process which recognizes outstanding contributors to the organization. You can submit nominations for a pair of awards by March 1.
Colts
Colts has openings in all of its brass sections, with a rehearsal camp in Monmouth, Illinois scheduled February 17-19.
Columbians
Look back at photos from the Tri Cities, Washington corps' January rehearsal camp.
Crossmen
Crossmen invites TMEA attendees to visit the corps' exhibit at booth #2578 in San Antonio.
Genesis
Genesis currently has openings in all of its sections for 2023. Those interested in auditioning can attend the corps' February 17-19 rehearsal camp in Bastrop, Texas.
Guardians
Those interested in auditioning for Guardians' color guard can submit a video audition for available spots.
Heat Wave
Heat Wave's February brass rehearsal camp is scheduled for February 17-19 at Interlachen High School in Florida.
Impulse
Impulse will be digging into the first movement of the corps' 2023 production during a free rehearsal day open to anyone interested, February 12 at Gardena High School in California.
Jersey Surf
Jersey Surf's February rehearsal camp is scheduled for February 17-19 in Delran, New Jersey.
Les Stentors
Check out these photos from Les Stentors' first rehearsal camp of 2023 in the corps' hometown of Sherbrooke.
Madison Scouts
The Madison corps has just a few positions left in its trumpet, mellphone and tuba sections. Those interested can submit a video audition by February 17, or attend the corps' February 17-20 brass camp.
Mandarins
Mandarins announced a new sponsorship agreement with Digital Performance Gear for 2023. According to Mandarins corps director J.W. Koester, "Digital Performance Gear brings a wealth of design knowledge, manufacturing experience and passion to every flag and vinyl they produce."
Music City
Music City is seeking to hire for a handful of positions on its 2023 tour team, including tour operations, food operations, health and wellness, and media.
Pacific Crest
Pacific Crest has open positions for euphonium in its 2023 corps. Interested auditionees can submt a video audition, or attend the corps' March 18-19 rehearsal camp in Diamond Bar, California.
Phantom Regiment
The Rockford, Illinois corps announced the launch of "My Phan Shop," a unique merchandising program in which other organizations can utilize Regiment's online store platform.
Raiders
All are welcome to Raiders' next rehearsal camp taking place February 24-26 in Salem, New Jersey.
River City Rhythm
River City Rhythm is still actively recruiting for its 2023 season. Whether you're an experienced brass musician or learning a new instrument, the corps says: "Our educational staff is here to help you learn and grow because we believe that drum corps is for everyone."
Seattle Cascades
As Seattle Cascades continues to build out its 2023 membership, the corps invites those interested to attend its February 18-20 audition camp in Scappoose, Oregon.
Southwind
Lara Pitts, Mark Knauss and DCI Hall of Fame member Freddy Martin are among the most recent additions to Southwind's 2023 educational staff.
Spartans
The Spartans Indoor Percussion Friends and Family Performance will take place February 19 at Elm St Middle School in Nashua, New Hampshire.
Spirit of Atlanta
Spirit of Atlanta will host its next rehearsal camp February 17-19 at Mount Bethel Christian Academy in Marietta, Georgia.
Vessel
Vessel has an audition opportunity for brass players and drum majors scheduled for February 19 in San Dimas, California.
SoundSport Updates
Bluecoats Rhythm IN BLUE Canton, OH
Performers who are 18 years of age or older can register and audition for Bluecoats' SoundSport ensemble, Rhythm IN BLUE.
Gems Drum & Bugle Corps – Boise, ID
The brand-new Idaho ensemble was recently featured on Drum Corps International's official website.
Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps – Muskegon, MI
Northern Lights will host a virtual trivia fundraising event in conjunction with Marching Music Day, March 4.
Southern Knights – Chattanooga, TN
Southern Knights will host the corps' next rehearsal camp February 25 in Signal Mountain, Tennessee.
Troopers Legacy Corps – Casper, WY
With their roster full for 2023, the Troopers Legacy Corps has set sights on raising additional funds for their summer needs. Fundraising initiatives beyond traditional donations include an Amazon wish list and merchandise sales.
Youth Against Violence – Rockford, IL
Listen in as Youth Against Violence fifth-graders practice their front ensemble instruments.
Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps – Tulsa, OK
Check out footage from Zephyrus' indoor percussion ensemble, as its members play through an array of high-energy music.
