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PASIC Preview
Joshua Simonds | November 13, 2022Early November is a time of great inspiration and community as drummers, percussionists, educators, and fans of all ages from all over the world make their way to Indianapolis, IN, for PASIC, the Percussive Arts Society’s International Convention. This year, PASIC runs November 9-12, 2022, (with a virtual PASIC later) and you won’t want to […] Read More... -
Developing a Beginning Band Percussion Section
Mike Lawson | November 13, 2022The age-old problem for bands is having too large a percussion section and placing students in the section where they will be successful. The argument could be made that skills necessary for a successful percussionist could be beneficial for any instrument. A great beginning band needs musical talent in all sections. This article will discuss […] Read More... -
FAMU The Incomparable Marching ‘100’ Choose Pearl
SBO Staff | November 1, 2021Pearl Corporation announces partnership with Florida A&M University Marching Band, the Marching “100.” “The FAMU Marching Band program has a proud legacy of musical excellence and precision marching that has made it one of the most recognizable bands in the country. Combining FAMU’s tradition of excellence with the legendary performance of Pearl Marching Drums and […] Read More... -
Exploring the Mystery of Playing Timpani
Mike Lawson | July 31, 2020
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Whether you’re a music educator, band or orchestral student, conductor or composer, timpani have been one of the most mystical and misunderstood percussion instruments ever encountered by most players. Yet, it can be heard professionally performed in every type of music, from 300-year old classical standard repertoire, to marches, Broadway, pops, Latin and even big band jazz. -
2020 Features New Events and Venues for the DCI Summer Tour
Mike Lawson | January 10, 2020
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The 2020 season will begin once again with the DCI Tour Premiere in the Motor City and end in the Circle City with DCI World Championships. -
Become a Part of the DCI Community
Mike Lawson | November 1, 2019It’s time for one of the most exciting things in DCI – auditions!
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Bluecoats Light Up the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game
Mike Lawson | October 3, 2019
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The Bluecoats waited on the entrance ramps to field at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium on August 2 to perform at the Enshrinement Week pre-season game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Denver Broncos. -
A Year to Remember
Mike Lawson | August 29, 2019
Ending with one of the closest finishes in DCI’s history, the 2019 Drum Corps International World Championship Finals competition was a fitting conclusion to an incredible season.
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DCI’s Tour Premiere Set the Stage for a Spectacular Season
Mike Lawson | July 5, 2019
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The Drum Corps International Tour Premiere in Detroit on June 20 once again delivered an incredible beginning to the 2019 Summer Tour – for live audiences both at Ford Field and in 500+ movie theaters across the country. It was the first of two live broadcasts to cinemas nationwide this season to let fans feel the thrill of marching music’s very best through carefully-orchestrated live productions of the shows as they happen in real time. -
It’s Showtime!
Mike Lawson | June 6, 2019
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Drum Corps International is presenting its 47th season, and the world’s most elite marching music ensembles will entertain thousands across the United States. -
Preparing for a Fantastic Year
Mike Lawson | May 8, 2019
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May is a month of intense preparation for drum corps from coast to coast. It’s the time of convergence for show designs and fundamental training. It’s the time when creativity and artistry bring concepts to life in incredible marching arts productions. -
Gearing Up for #dci2019
Mike Lawson | April 10, 2019
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Weekend rehearsal camps are in full swing and spring training is just a month away. Drum Corps International ensembles all over the country are putting together incredible new productions for their upcoming summer tours, preparing to wow audiences at more than 100 live events at stadium venues across the country.
