It was then his privilege to accept the position of visual caption head for the Blue Knights Drum and Bugle Corps from Denver, Colorado. If you want to set up a challenge, email Thoro Constantinides. As a renowned drill designer of the 60s and 70s, he broke with tradition to introduce the asymmetrical drill. He is a triple threat in the most positive sense, said Vicki Ferrence Ray, interim CEO of Cadets Arts & Entertainment, Inc. Carolina Crown auditions are scheduled for December 16-18 in Nation Ford, South Carolina. Chapa, preparing for his age-out season with the Troopers, has experienced, from the inside, the development of the corps horn line since the arrival of the design and instructional team led by Donnie VanDoren in 2013. I wouldnt have been able to get a spot in 13, just because of the talent, said Chapa, a baritone from Sugar Land, Texas, and the Troopers brass sargeant, several days before the start of the final offseason camp April 29 in Mesquite, Texas. Winter Guard, and Northmont HS (OH). Its not just facing the guy clicking the sticks, but facing the stands and feeling what its like to be on the field as a corps. Meet the Colts Drum & Bugle Corps staff. His drum corps career began as a marching member of the Bluecoats from 1998 to 2002, and he continued with the organization as a brass instructor from 2003 to 2008 and again in 2011. Percussion notation is a type of musical notation indicating notes to be played by percussion instruments. 2013 - Troopers Percussion Staff #dci #drumcorps A staff full of folks that have been under the direction of Paul Rennick. It is ridiculous how much we have attracted this year, he said. Michael currently resides in Indianapolis, Indiana with his wife, Susie, and their two dogs Lucy, and Betty. Josh Torres currently serves as the Director of Percussion at Center Grove High School in Greenwood, IN. 7th Regiment offers a versatile educational program for any and all musicians looking to pick up brass instruments. Hannah then went on to pursue a BA in Telecommunications Multimedia Production at Ball State University, graduating in May of 2021. The rivalry campaign begins with the Casper show, July 8. During that time, the Santa Clara Vanguard won the Fred Sanford Award for best percussion performance 5 times, and was named the 2018 DCI World Champion, 2017 Silver Medalist, and 2019 Bronze Medalist. Tony Hall has been involved in the pageantry arts as an instructor, designer, consultant and adjudicator for over the last 40 years. All the best to them. Change). While on the Crossmen faculty, the corps returned to DCI Finals competition for two consecutive years, earning the highest 12th place score in DCI history in 2014 and an 11th place finish in brass performance in 2015. Tony has designed visual programs for several drum & bugle corps including the Velvet Knights, Blue Knights, Sky Ryders and Garfield Cadets. Since 2018, Tyler has served as the percussion director at Westlake High School in Austin, Texas. The group efforts of TAA are a way for all of us to coordinate our giving, keeping the number of alumni-oriented fundraising efforts to two: Annual memberships and the Rocky Mountain Rivalry. As a drill writer, Pete changed the look of drum corps forever, creating drill technique that evolved into a new world of creative shapes and movement. (Residence) Found in 1 Collection or Record: Guide to the Governor Stanley K. Hathaway records Collection Identifier: RG0001.37. You can challenge your buddies in the snare line. And the results have been gratifying, Amanda says. in Percussion Performance from the University of North Texas. She also performed with the Basketball Pep Band, Volleyball Band, and UofSCs marching band- The Carolina Band, on mellophone. The Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps is pleased to announce the entire 2017 Color Guard staff. The Troopers will portray heroes of different kinds, from those who serve on the battlefield to the quiet, private heroes who face AIDS and cancer. Organizations wishing to sponsor the production can reach out to Ashford, who is the faculty advisor for this production, at Chantalle.Ashford@gmail.com. On December 10th we are holding a one day Brass Audition Camp in the Boise, Idaho area. As a teacher, Laurens marching experience includes Front Ensemble Coordinator for Atlanta CV Drum & Bugle Corps and for WGI Scholastic World & BOA Finalist Center Grove High School. Non-relevant posts may be removed. Horizon Winds will debut as an Independent A Class ensemble in the FFCC and WGI circuits in 2017. (music composed by) Cinematography by Jost Vacano . His last camp season was winter 2014. The Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps are proud to present "Duels & Duets." production that has been performing in the U.S. and abroad since 1999. Interested Southwind auditionees can register for the corps' January 13-15 camp in Irvington, Alabama. In addition, through our partnership with YouTube, every time a video is watched, the corps makes money. I am very excited to be a part of the Trooper organization. While at USC, Pat . While at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, Dan studied tuba under Daniel Perantoni, while also receiving lessons from Roland Szentpali and Tony Kniffen. You can challenge your fellow color-guard members from your days in the Corps. Every week is a new opportunity to give to the Troopers at any level. The Center Grove High School Marching Band is a perennial BOA Grand National Finalist, the 2009 BOA Class AAA National Champion, and a participant in the 2014 Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade. Worth area where he works as a Project Manager and also maintains an active designing and teaching schedule. As with other forms of musical notation, sounds are represented by symbols which are usually written onto a musical staff (or stave). His leadership has contributed to the OPEs multiple Bands of America Regional and Super-Regional finals performances as well as being named Regional Champion at the BOA McAllen Regional in 2016 and the BOA Waco Regional in 2019. After four years of teaching band, choir, and orchestra in southern California, he moved back in 2003 to teach orchestra and percussion at Center Grove Middle School North. Ken excelled in the community, he did so all the more as a Trooper; professional as a performer, contributor to his community, and completing his final performances marching in the Troopers first true national championship, the World Open. Paul served as the director of percussion for the Phantom Regiment Drum & Bugle Corps from 2003-2010, winning the Drum Corps International Fred Sanford Award for Percussion Performance three times in five years (2006, 2008, 2010), and the DCI . Now, in hopes of building on the momentum of the revival of TAA membership this year, the board seeks an election of a new TAA Committee to lead the alumni organization to become an even more vital contributor to the Troopers mission. In addition, he was a member of The Repertory Dance Theatre of Utah. Throughout his career, he has served in teaching or design roles for many notable high school programs, including Westlake High School, Marian Catholic High School, L.D. IanDMeacom Aug 8, 2016 . JD Shaw is Associate Professor of Horn at University of South Carolina and was formerly the French hornist with the internationally acclaimed Boston Brass where he was creative director, music arranger and co-owner of the ensemble. She also had the pleasure to work with both the University of Alabama Million Dollar Band and the University of North Alabama Marching Pride. She was a part of the World Guard for four years, graduating from Center Grove High School in 2018. TAA dues go into the scholarship pool to help current members satisfy their tuition requirements. Madison Scouts is set to host a full-corps audition camp December 16-18 in Milton, Wisconsin. Most recently, he worked with the percussion section and front ensemble of the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps alongside his mentors, Paul and Sandi Rennick. The Troopers are pleased to announce the official launch of www.MarchTroopers.com. Jesus holds a Bachelors of Music in Jazz Studies from the California State University at Fullerton and is currently finishing his Masters of Music in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern California. The staff will release a link to the site when the RMR begins. While we now have nearly 100 active TAA members, there are thousands more Troopers alumni to invite into an active, engaged Long Blue Line. Jersey Surf's December audition camp is scheduled for December 16-18 in Delran, New Jersey. Iron Maiden 'The Trooper' Writers: Steve Harris Producer: Martin Birch Album: Piece of Mind (1983) (UG Score 9.5) Released: 20 June 1983 Label: EMI Genre: Heavy Metal Length: 4:11 Additional. After seven years of drum instruction, the Perry, Utah, native tried out for the Troopers percussion section and did not make the cut. The Phantom Regiment housed in Evansville school buildings last summer while learning their 2021 production. DCI, WGI, BOA and circuits across the country have seen finalist performances from groups with which Todd has worked. Reids involvement with the drum corps community began in 2003. In the mobile, digital age, Troopers can see all kinds of online discussion about their performance -- the good, bad and the ugly -- before the buses even roll out of the parking lot. Not just being able to go to camp and to play the music and gawk and be hyped about what youre playing, but its also knowing that there is so much more to come, and that once we fit this on the field, there will be an entire new level to this show added. For the staff, Fred may be reviving those wild horses from a few seasons back to give them a true feeling of the Trooper experience as the staff "gallup' along side the buses.. To quote you. He is the Principal Percussionist of the Northwest Iowa Symphony Orchestra and has also performed with the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra. Shortly after graduating in 2013, Blake relocated to Indianapolis, IN, where he currently resides. Throughout her academic studies, she marched drum corps at the Santa Clara Vanguard and the Phantom Regiment. The team of passionate individuals who design, educate, train, and manage our corps care deeply about the experience of our members. Posted: Tue Oct 26, 2010 9:31 am. Additionally, Anthony taught the brass section of the DCI Open Class Finalist Revolution Drum & Bugle Corps from San Antonio, Texas in 2010, and has been on the Instructional Staff of Imperial Percussion Theater, a WGI Independent World indoor percussion ensemble from Houston, Texas. Continuing a year-to-year trend, the demand and sophistication of the music and visual design have been ratcheted up. The John and Gisele Fetterman Romance: A Ken Burns Documentary. Sanfords illustrious drum corps career included arranging for the Blue Devils and for the Troopers, where he also spent time as program coordinator in 1990-91. herculoids gloop and gleep sounds By A proud Hoosier by birth, Todd passionately follows his beloved state teams: the Indiana Hoosiers, Indianapolis Colts, and the Indiana Pacers. $76.94. All active members of the TAA may nominate any other active member of TAA, including themselves, to serve on the committee. For more information on Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps: Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps P.O. To see the video series got to www.YouTube.com/TroopersDrumCorps. For many years, thanks to the brilliance of these individuals, the Troopers percussion section has become a destination for many aspiring performers. Upon aging out in 2008, Steven began his work as an instructor and designer within the drum corps activity. She is the Percussion Caption Head for the DCI World Class Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps and a member of the DoubleStop Percussion Education Team. Joe Taylor was elected to the Phantom Regiment Board of Directors in 2021 and is also the president of the Phantom Regiment Alumni Association Board of Directors. All of us have seen the advancements in the programming and the performance of the Corps on the field. I was emotional just hearing about it, Chapa said. The TAA Committee is made up of seven to 10 members, each serving a term of two years. She continued her studies at the University of North Texas and received a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. The list of nominees will be presented to all active TAA members, who elect the committee at the TAA annual meeting. To see them after the (Casper) show, in groups, talking to the alumni, seeing the looks on the members faces was just priceless, she said from Casper. We are pleased to announce that all members of our percussion staff will be returning for the 2021 season. Our Caption Heads are putting together their caption teams now. Those interested in joining the Troopers percussion program can register for the upcoming Experience Camp by visiting the Auditions tab. She also maintained constant membership at Pride of Cincinnati and Phantom Regiment Winterguards. Throughout the year and especially during the summer tours, professional video programming will be a major part of the Troopers online presence. event in Nashua, New Hampshire. Crypto An interview with Jersey Surf Veteran Thomas TJ Del ConteJr. Cascades announce 2 new additions tostaff. Reids journey with the Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps began as a member of the front ensemble in 2007. He fell in love with the admin side of the corps when he lived with the St. Angel family during his marching days, and was mentored by former corps directors David St. Angel, John Baumgartner, Bill Riebock and Ron Schulz in the years after he aged out. Longs walks on the beach, and cuddling by the moonlight. 5608 International Drive, Rockford, IL 61109 (815) 261-1956, Copyright 2012 -document.write(new Date().getFullYear());|All Rights Reserved, Life-changing performing arts experiences, Music Director, Brass Arranger & Caption Head, Percussion Supervisor/Front Ensemble Arranger, Color Guard Co-Caption Head / Choreographer. The vast majority of dr. Seemingly large staff includes guard folk, dance choreography instructors and other specialists.. General impression sees a lot of potential and experience but also folks coming from a variety of marching styles (no less than 6 DCI drum corps where staff marched.). Meantime, please welcome those who have joined TAA this year: To date in 2016, the new memberships, plus some separate donations to the scholarship pool, have raised more than $3,000. While there, he had the privilege of co-directing the Fowler Middle School Percussion Ensemble at PASIC as the 2015 Selected Middle School Percussion Ensemble. Where: The Dutchess County Fairgrounds at 6636 Route 9, Rhinebeck. On that field, on Aug. 18, 1972, the Troopers scored 81.95 to finish the first Drum Corps International world championship finals in 6th place. Iron Maiden - The Trooper (Official Video) Iron Maiden 2.51M subscribers 72M views 7 years ago #IronMaiden #TheTrooper #PieceOfMind The Official Video for Iron Maiden - The Trooper Iron. I'm here for the drinking game. As a DCI performer, he was a member of the Crossmen, Carolina Crown, Phantom Regiment and Santa Clara Vanguard. 2023 by Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps, INC. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Our full corps camps are still on track outside the Dallas, TX area for both November & December and then we will conduct all winter rehearsal camps outside the Dallas area between January and April. She currently teaches at the University of Alabama and the University of Alabama Birmingham. Adam Sage was the director and designer for the Kennesaw Mountain High School Color Guard in Kennesaw, Georgia 2003-2016 (2004 Winter Guard International Scholastic A World Champions, 2005 Winter Guard International Scholastic Open World Champions, 2006 Winter Guard International Scholastic World Class finalists, and the 2013 Winter Guard International Scholastic Open Bronze Medalists); and designer for the 2015 Boston Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps, and 2017 and 2018 Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps. Blake Dutton has been involved in many aspects of the marching arts. Pats involvement has included such outstanding DCI organizations as The Cadets (1988-90, 1995), The Glassmen (1997-2012), The Blue Knights (1992-93, 2013-14), and The Phantom Regiment (2015). Staff Sgt. It's not just a look for the next show; it's a look for the future. Introduce yourself. As an adjudicator, Anthony has served as an Ensemble and Individual music judge for marching bands in all classifications throughout the United States. JD is an international solo artist and travels extensively throughout the United States as well as many countries in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. The Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps is pleased to announce their entire 2017 brass staff. The opportunity to work with my long-time friend Pat Miller as Co-Caption Head is a dream come true for me. If youre wondering how the TAA can concentrate its fundraising efforts to the maximum benefit of the Troopers, the annual Rocky Mountain Rivalry is it. "I am honored and thrilled to be joining such a recognizable and iconic organization as the Troopers. While attending the University of North Texas, Lauren was a member of the 17-time PAS National Champion University of North Texas Indoor Drumline. It is with great sadness that we must report the passing of beloved member and Treasurer of the Troopers Board of Directors, Patty Crimm. Prior to teaching in the Austin Independent School District, Reid served as a percussion paraprofessional and private lesson instructor for the Liberty High School cluster in Frisco, Texas. Journey through Troopers' percussion camp in Texas with this brief video clip. She is the Adjunct Instructor of Percussion at the University of North Alabama and the University of Alabama in Birmingham. Michael Gough. When he is not teaching color guard, Adam is a second and third-grade teacher in Parkland, Florida. Tyler served as a member of the percussion staff for the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps from 2012 until 2022. This is what were doing at the Troopers right now. . He joined Troopers in 2012. As a colorguard instructor, Susan has worked with renowned organizations such as Kell High School, Kennesaw Mountain High School, Phantom Regiment and Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps and their respective winterguards. He is a graduate from the University of North Texas with degrees in percussion performance and music theory. Its been stinky and sweaty. The Dubuque, Iowa has open positions in its battery and front ensemble sections, and invites percussionists to submit a video audition or attend an upcoming audition camp. Steven Estudillo was born and raised in Southern California. The Classic revived drum corps at UW-W after an absence of eight years from the DCI tour. Matt is very excited to be joining the team at his alma mater corps and looks forward to continuing the tradition of excellence! Since 2013, he is the Program Coordinator, Staff Coordinator, and Brass Staff Supervisor with the Troopers; and since 2016, he is a brass consultant with the Bluecoats. I am very excited about the brass instructional team we have assembled for 2017. They want people to see it. In her spare time Lauren pursues her other passion of working with animals by volunteering at the Georgia Aquarium, Indianapolis Zoo, and with Indiana Canine Assistant Network as a certified service dog trainer. She served as the principle percussionist of the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra for the 2018/2019 season. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Casper (Wyo.) 3. This is the time of year when all drum corps, Troopers included, have their most urgent need. Such record labels include Loft Recordings, Mark Records, and Summit Records. Ben Heidrich. During the winter seasons, Steven served as a Visual Designer and instructor for Pulse Percussion 2012 2022, and presently at Chino Hills High School since 2012, and designs for several other award-winning indoor percussion ensembles throughout the country. All the material in these audition packets comes from the recently released TROOPERCUSSION book by David Reeves and Kevin Welborn.Each packet contains all the materials needed to audition for a specific section of the Troopers percussion program, including exercises, musical excerpts . From 2014 2015, Anthony held the position of Brass Caption Head for the 25-time DCI World Class Finalist Crossmen Drum & Bugle Corps from San Antonio, Texas. The Troopers are pleased to announce Dieter Wiselogel as our Digital Media Specialist. His performance career began as a french horn player with the LD Bell HS Blue Raider Band (2004-2007), followed by winter and summer performance opportunities with The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps (2007-2010), Ars Nova Winter Guard (2007-2011), Pride of Cincinnati Winter Guard (2012), and Pride of Cincinnati Dance Ensemble (2014). You can post now and register later. For his contributions to the activity, Fred was inducted into the DCI Hall of Fame in 1991. Adam is also actively involved with Winter Guard International (WGI). Color Guard Caption Head Susan Hanggi and Color Guard Designer/Choreographer Adam Dalton are very enthusiastic about the upcoming season; "Each of these staff members bring a passion and love for teaching. Lots of good names on there though. Hailing from Los Angeles California, Jesus is an active performer and educator in both the marching arts and drum set idioms. Returning Caption Head Lauren Teel had encouraging words for about this year's team; "The amount of knowledge and experience the 2017 Troopers percussion staff brings to the ensemble is incredible. Todd holds a baccalaureate degree in education (B.S.) Prior to these positions, Lauren worked with several universities including the University of Alabama, University of Montevallo, and University of Alabama- Birmingham. And then, 'It has to be Troopers,' " Raiford said. Of course, as TAA grows we want to create opportunities for members to gather for fun. Michael Gough. In 1968 he and fellow Trooper Fred Sanford joined Gail Royer, beginning a collaboration that established the Santa Clara Vanguard as a drum corps powerhouse. Northmont High School in Ohio, Mililani H.S. "We said, 'This is in your history. In this section of the website, we're going to be focusing mostly on the 5-line staff that is used 99.9% of the time. Its very technical, its very experienced, it requires experience, Cowan said. As a color guard designer and choreographer, Michael has worked with Cypress Creek HS, Seminole HS, Tarpon Springs HS, Union HS (OK) Timber Creek HS, Freedom HS Orlando, Oracle Winter Guard (CO.) McNeil HS (TX), Park Vista HS, Father Ryan HS (TN), Dobyns Bennett HS (TN), John Overton HS (TN), The Company Winter Colour Guard, Woodlands College Park (TX), Spring HS (TX), Kennesaw Mountain HS (GA), Miamisburg HS (OH), Pope HS (GA), Center Grove HS (IN), U.S.F. "I am pleased to work with all of our returning . Josh currently resides in Indianapolis, IN with his wonderfully supportive wife Audrey, head band director at Hamilton Southeastern High School, and their two sons Cameron and Alden. Both vets say the Troopers 2016 show, Hero, will demand every ounce of effort and talent from the corps. Lauren Teel is an accomplished percussion performer, arranger, and teacher with experience across the USA. He also marched The Syracuse Brigadiers Drum and Bugle Corps from 2007 2008. The Allentown corps introduced Brian Murphy visual coordinator for the 2021 and 2022 seasons as its new corps director. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account.
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