IN THIS EDITION:
• Golden Empire reveals 2023's "Serpentine"
• Madison Scouts serenade in the state capitol
• Battalion "feeling unstoppable" after week one
• SoundSport roundup
• And more!
7th Regiment
Nominations are open for 7th Regiment's Hall of Fame Class of 2023.
The Academy
The Academy-hosted Drums Across the Desert DCI Tour event on Monday, July 3, will include a wide variety of concessions from food trucks.
The Battalion
The Battalion wrapped up the first week of the corps' spring training rehearsals in Utah with a video sharing their progress. The corps reports its "feeling unstoppable."
Blue Devils
The Concord, California-based corps released another installment of its "Conversations" video series. This time, creative director Scott Chandler explains the artistic choices behind Blue Devils' 2023 production, "The Cut-Outs."
Blue Devils B
The horn lines of Blue Devils B and Blue Devils C joined the Blue Devils to form one gigantic horn line during the organization's Family Day pre-season event.
Blue Knights
The Colorado corps shared photos from its first performance in front of in audience at the Blue Knights Community Night on June 23.
Blue Stars
Blue Stars revealed the corps' uniforms for its 2023 production, "In Absintheia," just before the Wisconsin-based corps performed in competitive action for the first time at the DCI Midwest Premiere in Michigan.
Bluecoats
Young drum corps enthusiasts can join Bluecoats for its annual The Blue Way Summer Arts Camp. Attendees will learn from the Ohio-based corps' educational team and join the 2023 corps for a performance.
Boston Crusaders
Members of Boston Crusaders' percussion section spent the day with the Zildjian Company learning about how the cymbal company makes its products.
The Cadets
The Cadets continued a longtime tradition, as alumni of the organization gave current performers their 2023 member hats.
Carolina Crown
Drum corps fans can now purchase merchandise from Carolina Crown's 2023 collection. Hoodies and hats are among the items launched by the Fort Mill, South Carolina corps.
The Cavaliers
The Cavaliers rolled out a series of photos from their recent community performance at Adrian College in Michigan.
Colts
Colts featured an interview with the corps' 2023 choreographer, Austin Byers. The interview details the work he's doing with the corps this season.
Colt Cadets
The Colt Cadets began their 2023 season with a joint "Summer Premiere" night with the Colts.
Columbians
The Columbians added new merchandise to their online shop.
Crossmen
The Crossmen will debut their 2023 production at their "Premiere Show" on July 2. The event will be held at Northeastern State University in Oklahoma.
Genesis
Genesis recently completed its stay at San Marcos High School in Texas. The corps now heads to its next stop, Dallas, to continue its pre-season preparations.
Golden Empire
Golden Empire revealed the title of its 2023 production, "Serpentine." Setting the theme, the corps will "draw upon the rich tapestry of Mesoamerican mythology and folklore, presenting the serpent as a creature of power, rebirth, and renewal."
Heat Wave
Heat Wave named four performers to leadership positions within its brass section.
Jersey Surf
Another special event has been added to the Camden County, New Jersey corps' summer schedule, as Jersey Surf hosts a "Pre-Event Reception" on August 2 preceding the DCI Glassboro event at Rowan University. The event proceeds will support scholarships for future drum corps performers.
Les Stentors
Les Stentors commemorated reaching the halfway point of their spring training rehearsal camp with a video update featuring the corps' 2023 members.
Madison Scouts
After taking their annual group photo on the steps of the Wisconsin state capitol building in Madison, the Scouts headed inside to sing a new arrangement of the corps song, "You’ll Never Walk Alone" by staff composer Scott Boerma.
Mandarins
Drum corps fans got their first look at Mandarins' 2023 production, "Sinnerman," at the corps' "Family Day" community performance.
Music City
Music City will host "Friends and Family Night" on July 1 at Tennessee Tech University.
Pacific Crest
Pacific Crest hosted more than 100 students from local school districts as part of their June leadership camp. The educational camp served as the conclusion of the corps' outreach work for the 2023 season.
Phantom Regiment
On the 4th of July, Phantom Regiment can be found marching in Rockford, Illinois' Independence Day Parade.
Raiders
Raiders are looking for volunteers who can assist with the construction of a new grill and equipment truck repairs.
River City Rhythm
River City Rhythm is looking for two performers to join its color guard and trumpet section.
Seattle Cascades
Seattle Cascades are looking for drivers to join their administrative staff for the 2023 season.
Southwind
The 2023 membership of Southwind has now moved in for spring training rehearsals.
Spartans
Spartans held their annual history night, giving 2023 corps members a taste of the Nashua, New Hampshire corps' storied past.
Troopers
Corps director Mike Gough previews Troopers' 2023 season in a new interview video released by the corps. "I don't know if people are prepared for what's coming," Gough said.
SoundSport Updates
Arsenal Drum & Bugle Corps – El Paso, TX
Three pounds of gummy bears kept Arsenal firing on all cylinders during the corps' spring training rehearsals in El Paso, Texas.
Bluecoats Rhythm IN BLUE Canton, OH
Rhythm IN BLUE will be one of a number of performing groups during the Bluecoats' Opening Night Community Celebration July 1 at University of Mount Union in Alliance, Ohio.
Calgary Stampede Showband – Calgary, ALB
In celebration of Canada Day, the Calgary Stampede Showband will parade through downtown Canmore, Alberta starting at noon on Saturday, July 1.
Gems Drum & Bugle Corps – Boise, ID
The Gems are counting down the days to the start of their spring training rehearsal camp.
Memphis Blues – Memphis, TN
Memphis Blues revealed a sketch of the uniforms the first-year corps will wear as they perform at their inaugural DCI Tour events this summer.
Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps – Muskegon, MI
Northern Lights is already thinking ahead to next year, having opened its 2024 interest form for both performers and staff interested in getting involved with the Michigan corps.
Sonus Brass Theater – Woodbridge, VA
Be on the lookout for some precision bucket drumming from Sonus Brass Theater in 2023.
Spirit of Sunnyvale – Sunnyvale, CA
From San Jose to Stanford, check out Spirit of Sunnyvale's 2023 summer performance schedule.
Youth Against Violence – Rockford, IL
The Youth Against Violence drum line recently performed at the Milwaukee Summerfest in Wisconsin.
Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps – Tulsa, OK
Don't miss these video highlights from Zephyrus' latest rehearsal.