IN THIS EDITION:
• Behind the design of Vanguard and Blue Devils' productions
• Longtime Academy executive director announces 2025 departure
• Jersey Surf's retro-fueled uniform reveal
• DCI All-Age & SoundSport roundups
• And more!
7th Regiment
7th Regiment is looking to hire two drivers and an audio engineer for the second half of the corps' season.
The Academy
The Academy announced that longtime executive director Mark Richardson will step down from his position in May of 2025. "His visionary guidance has been instrumental in shaping Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts into the thriving community it is today, and his legacy will continue to inspire us for years to come," Academy board president Rich Frazier said.
The Battalion
Members of The Battalion recap the first leg of the corps' 2024 season in the latest installment of the corps' video update series.
Blue Devils
Longtime Blue Devils program coordinator Scott Chandler joined the "Marching Roundtable" for a discussion about crafting the show design for "The Romantics."
Blue Devils B
Next stop for Blue Devils B on the 2024 DCI Tour will be the World Championship Prelims in Marion, Indiana.
Blue Knights
Blue Knights' color guard has been "putting in the work."
Blue Stars
The Blue Stars are selling a variety of "lightly used" Yamaha instruments.
Bluecoats
Bluecoats shared a recap of the corps' Blue Way Summer Arts Camps, held from June 28 to June 29 during the Ohio-based corps' spring training.
Boston Crusaders
Boston Crusaders released new merchandise, which includes a new baseball cap, for fans to purchase online or pick up at a souvenir booth.
Carolina Crown
This video recaps Carolina Crown's days leading into the Texas stretch of the corps' 2024 tour.
The Cavaliers
The Cavaliers recently performed at the Rosemont Picnic, an annual tradition in the corps' Illinois hometown.
Colts
Check out a little morning magic with the Colts' front ensemble section.
Crossmen
Crossmen's performance in Denton, Texas, marked the halfway point of the San Antonio corps' 2024 summer tour.
Genesis
Genesis opened registration for the corps' 2025 auditions this week.
Golden Empire
These photos capture some of the final moments of Golden Empire's 2024 summer season.
Jersey Surf
Jersey Surf's 2024 uniform reveal was a "Surfadelic" retro delight.
Les Stentors
Les Stentors are set to host Music Fest Saturday. The day-long celebration of music will include a mass band performance.
Madison Scouts
Madison Scouts are looking for people to sponsor a brisket for the corps' Texas-style BBQ Friday.
Mandarins
Costumes and flag silks featured in "Vieux Carre" are now available for purchase.
Music City
Music City will host a community performance ahead of the corps' home show in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The show is set to take place July 25 at Centennial High School, with a $5 donation for entry.
Pacific Crest
As witnessed during the corps' annual Corps at the Crest event earlier this summer, Pacific Crest's community roots run deep.
Phantom Regiment
Registration for Phantom Regiment's Red and Black Fall Classic is now open. Participating high school marching bands can receive feedback from nationally-recognized adjudicators and see a performance from NIU's Huskie Marching Band.
Raiders
Raiders debuted their 2024 production, "Fan the Flame," at the corps' Family and Friends Performance this week. The Princeton-based corps will hold a community performance Friday at Seneca High School in Tabernacle, New Jersey.
River City Rhythm
River City Rhythm's "March On!" DCI Tour event is slated for July 31 in Champlin, Minnesota.
Santa Clara Vanguard
Hear from Santa Clara Vanguard's design staff as they discuss different artistic choices for the corps' 2024 production, "Vagabond."
Seattle Cascades
Seattle Cascades are seeking contributions to their fuel fund, as the corps continues its slate of performances in Texas.
Spartans
There's still time to join Spartans in 2024, as the corps is looking to fill an immediate opening for a trumpet player.
Spirit of Atlanta
Merchandise themed after Spirit of Atlanta's 2024 production, "Creatures," is now available for purchase for a limited time.
Troopers
Troopers were recently featured in Cap City News, following the corps' performance in Drums Along the Rockies in Cheyenne, Wyoming on July 12.
DCI All-Age Updates
Atlanta CV
Atlanta CV recently marched through Birmingham, Alabama on the corps' 2024 DCI All-Age tour.
Bushwackers
The Bushwackers Invitational DCI Tour event will take place on July 27 in Mount Olive, New Jersey.
Cincinnati Tradition
Cincinnati Tradition gave a shoutout to all of the corps' "amazing" staff members.
Columbus Saints
Columbus Saints has several openings across various sections of the corps. Full scholarships are available for those interested in joining.
Fusion Core
Fusion Core's next tour stop will be July 20 in Landisville, Pennsylvania.
Govenaires
River's Edge Hospital and Clinic is the presenting sponsor of the Govenaires' Golfin' with the Govies Tournament on July 29.
Hawthorne Caballeros
Help Caballeros finish their 2024 season off strong by purchasing an item from the corps' Amazon wishlist.
Hurricanes
The Hurricanes will host a special exhibition performance on July 20 in Seymour, Connecticut.
Reading Buccaneers
Drum corps fans can learn a segment of Buccaneers' show music, thanks to a partnership with Vic Firth.
Rogues Hollow Regiment
Don't miss Rogues Hollow Regiment's next competitive performance on July 20 in Brunswick, Ohio.
Skyliners
The Skyliners are up and running on the 2024 DCI Tour. Check out this video of the corps' horn line warming up in the lot.
White Sabers
The White Sabers have an immediate opening within the corps' trumpet section.
SoundSport Updates
Arsenal Drum & Bugle Corps – El Paso, TX
As Arsenal tours through Texas this week, the corps gave thanks to San Elizario High School for their housing and rehearsal facilities.
Calgary Stampede Showband – Calgary, ALB
Calgary Stampede Showband volunteer Miho Kennedy received the President's Certificate of Appreciation at the 2024 edition of Stampede for her work as the uniform coordinator.
Gems Drum & Bugle Corps – Boise, ID
Gems are asking for donation to help offset tour operations costs from the corps' 2024 season.
Memphis Blues – Memphis, TN
Memphis Blues wrapped up its 2024 tour on July 13 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Northern Lights Drum & Bugle Corps – Muskegon, MI
With the final touches on Northern Lights' 2024 production, "Ignis" completed, their parade corps will take the streets in the Addison Township Fire Department's Strawberry Festival parade Saturday.
Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps – Tulsa, OK
Zephyrus will wrap up its 2024 summer season with its inaugural performance on July 20 in San Antonio, Texas.