IN THIS EDITION:
• Carolina Crown reveals roster of creative and instructional staff
• The Academy appoints new corps director
• Peek inside Phantom Regiment's Texas audition camp
• DCI All-Age & SoundSport roundups
• And more!
7th Regiment
Check out this bird's-eye view of 7th Regiment on the rehearsal field during the 2023 DCI Tour.
The Academy
The Academy welcomes Josh Thye, an Arizona band director and corps alum, as its new corps director. "Having known Josh for over 20 years, I can attest to his impeccable character, passion for young people, and his remarkable ability to embody a caring and personable demeanor," executive director Mark Richardson said.
The Battalion
For those interested in auditioning for The Battalion's 2024 corps, audition materials are now available.
Blue Devils
Blue Devils Performing Arts is embarking on a $150,000 end-of-year fundraising goal.
Blue Knights
Blue Knights will host an audition opportunity December 3 in Las Vegas.
Blue Stars
The La Crosse, Wisconsin corps is set to hold an educational drum corps experience camp overseas, December 16 in Tokyo.
Bluecoats
Bluecoats has openings for athletic trainers and athletic training interns with its 2024 corps.
Boston Crusaders
Boston Crusaders is seeking volunteers for audition and rehearsal camps throughout the winter and spring months.
Carolina Crown
An array of new faces highlights the roster of Carolina Crown's 2024 instructional staff and creative teams.
Colts
Gather more information and register for Colts' three-day audition camp in Olathe, Kansas, scheduled for November 24-26.
Columbians
Check out Columbians' trio of 2024 audition camps, slated throughout November and December in various Washington cities.
Crossmen
Crossmen announced the corps' brass staff for the 2024 season, led by caption manager Mark Figueroa.
Genesis
Under the leadership of corps director Charles Aguillon and program coordinator Anthony Cruddas, meet Genesis' creative and senior educational teams for 2024.
Heat Wave
Audition materials are now available for those interested in joining Heat Wave's brass section.
Impulse
Impulse will host an educational clinic and masterclass, featuring Phantom Regiment percussion caption head Jesus Sanchez, December 2 in southern California.
Jersey Surf
Jersey Surf's educational experience days are set to begin shortly, with a November 17-19 opportunity in Delran, New Jersey.
Madison Scouts
Hear from 2023 Madison Scouts front ensemble member Grey Nguyen on the benefits of the Madison corps' summer experience.
Mandarins
Mandarins' Texas audition experience camp, scheduled for November 18, has an official location: Paetow High School in Houston.
Music City
Music City's newly-announced color guard staff for the 2024 season is led by caption head Nikki Ross and assistant caption head Chris Sparks.
Pacific Crest
Pacific Crest will host an audition opportunity for brass performers, November 19 in Houston.
Phantom Regiment
Check out photos from Phantom Regiment's recent audition weekend experience held in Texas.
Raiders
Raiders will host a webinar for prospective corps members on November 12.
River City Rhythm
River City Rhythm's first 2024 audition camp is scheduled for December 16-17 in Waseca, Minnesota.
Santa Clara Vanguard
Meet the team of brass educators for Santa Clara Vanguard's 2024 corps, including caption manager Taylor Smith and assistant caption manager Katie VanDoren.
Seattle Cascades
With their first audition camp scheduled for December 15-17, the Seattle Cascades invite fans to keep their eyes peeled for upcoming news.
Spartans
Spartans' second-annual online auction will run from November 11-26, featuring a wide range of experiences and memorabilia to bid on.
Spirit of Atlanta
Read through Spirit of Atlanta's comprehensive guide to auditions, as part of an effort to "demystify the audition process" for parents and auditionees alike.
Troopers
Fans and followers can begin preparing for Troopers Giving Day, a dedicated fundraising effort scheduled for December 11-12.
DCI All-Age Updates
Atlanta CV
With Atlanta CV set to host open house events November 11 and December 9, read up on these frequently asked questions about the experience.
Bushwackers
Bushwackers' 2024 open house is slated for November 25 in Delran, New Jersey.
Fusion Core
Fusion Core is fresh off of its first full staff meeting for the 2024 season and invites interested performers to register for upcoming auditions.
Govenaires
Fans can support Govenaires' $7,500 "Govie Glow Up" campaign.
Hawthorne Caballeros
Audition materials are now available for Hawthorne Caballeros' 2024 season.
Hurricanes
Get to know Hurricanes' 2024 design team, which includes a number of staff members with DCI World Class experience, including program coordinator Dan Schack and brass arranger Key Poulan.
Reading Buccaneers
The Reading, Pennsylvania corps' 2023 banquet and awards dinner is scheduled for November 25 in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.
Rogues Hollow Regiment
Rogues Hollow Regiment is hiring tenor drum instructors to work as part of the corps' 2024 battery percussion staff.
Skyliners
Skyliners will host a pair of open houses November 18 and 19 in Owego, New York.
White Sabers
White Sabers' open house for prospective members is slated for November 19 in Rochester, New York.
SoundSport Updates
Arsenal Drum & Bugle Corps – El Paso, TX
Audition registration is now live for Arsenal's 2024 ensemble.
Bluecoats Rhythm IN BLUE Canton, OH
Bluecoats Rhythm IN BLUE is participating in a November 10 Panda Express Fundraiser. Fans who order online at Panda Express and use the code 919033 can have 28 percent of their order go toward Bluecoats' SoundSport ensemble.
Calgary Stampede Showband – Calgary, ALB
Check out footage from Calgary Stampede's first "band camp" of the new season.
Conquest Drum & Bugle Corps – Geneseo, IL
Fill out Conquest's 2024 interest form for more information on the ensemble's plans for the upcoming season.
Cowtown Collection Brass Theatre – Calgary, ALB
Meet the members of the 2024 Cowtown Collection Brass Theatre Ensemble.
Eclipse Drum & Bugle Corps – Indianapolis, IN
Eclipse is hiring for a fundraising coordinator. Those interested can contact director Casey Stone.
Gems Drum & Bugle Corps – Boise, ID
Registration is open for Boise Gems' November 18 rehearsal camp in the Boise, Idaho area.
Memphis Blues – Memphis, TN
Memphis Blues has received more than 400 interest forms for its audition camp, scheduled for November 25-26.
Youth Against Violence – Rockford, IL
Youth Against Violence recently spent time bringing some new drummers into the fold.