Percussion Archives

Gearing Up for #dci2019
Mike Lawson | April 10, 2019
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.
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2019 Annual DCI Conference Emphasizes Health, Safety & Wellness
Mike Lawson | February 8, 2019
The second week in January saw leaders from across the Drum Corps International community come together in Indianapolis for the 2019 DCI Annual Meetings and Health, Wellness & Safety Summit. While it happens every year, this conference held new features for attendees – and even some surprises.
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Audition Now!
Mike Lawson | November 4, 2018
After honing those marching and playing skills during fall band programs, it’s time to join thousands of young performers in their quest to be a part of Drum Corps International in 2019.
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2018 DCI World Championships: Marching Music at Its Best
Mike Lawson | August 30, 2018
With its usual flair, the 2018 Drum Corps International World Championship Finals once again delivered incredible energy and excitement with seemingly endless memorable moments.
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Prepare for the 2019 Drum Corps International Tour During the Fall Marching Season
Mike Lawson | August 3, 2018
It’s hard to believe, but with the highly competitive 2018 DCI Summer Tour barely over, it’s already time to start getting ready for next year on marching music’s biggest stage.
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Drum Corps on the Big Screen Again in 2018: Behind the Scenes of DCI’s Movie Theater Broadcasts
Mike Lawson | July 16, 2018
Just as for the tour premiere on June 21 from Ford Field in Detroit, when Drum Corps International goes live from Lucas Oil Stadium in August, audiences in movie theaters across the country have one of the best seats in the house for the DCI World Championships.
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Opportunity for Growth
Mike Lawson | June 8, 2018
A powerful opportunity for growth is often found amid extreme challenges. Such an opportunity has come to Drum Corps International this year.
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Creating Masterpieces
Mike Lawson | May 11, 2018
The world of Drum Corps International (DCI) marches into high gear in May.
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Always Reaching Higher – DCI Brings More in 2018
Mike Lawson | April 6, 2018
Spring has sprung at Drum Corps International! Corps are in high creative mode putting together new shows for the upcoming summer tour – conditioning, rehearsing, and planning. And although it’s hard to believe, the new competitive season will be here before you know it.
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Inside DCI – March 2018: A Month to Celebrate Marching Arts and Learn Evolving Trends
Mike Lawson | March 2, 2018
March has quickly become an important month for all things marching. Since the official launch of March 4th as National Marching Music Day last year, the concept of celebrating the marching arts has taken off.
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Bring Power to Your Program
Mike Lawson | February 2, 2018
Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you need to wait until the spring thaw to get involved with Drum Corps International.
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The New Year Brings New Events and New Venues for the 2018 DCI Summer Tour
Mike Lawson | January 8, 2018
From the Motor City to the Circle City, Drum Corps International’s Summer Tour will break new ground in 2018 before returning to Indianapolis for World Championships.
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