Category: News

The upcoming 2026 season promises significant shifts in how drum corps design and execute their shows. As rule changes roll out, performers, staff, and fans alike are asking what these adjustments mea…

Getting ready for a marching arts competition can feel overwhelming, especially with new judging criteria changing the game. Whether you are a band member, director, or parent, understanding what judg…

Drum corps in 2025 promises to be a season of exciting shifts and bold innovations. As the activity continues to evolve, performers, fans, and organizers are witnessing transformative trends that prom…

A remarkable chapter in drum corps history has been written as a historic all-female drum corps returns after a 30-year hiatus. This comeback is more than just a story of revival. It reflects the resi…

Drum corps seasons are intense. From early rehearsals to late-night bus rides, the activity demands physical stamina, musical precision, and mental resilience. Recently, a noticeable shift has taken p…

Judging in drum corps and marching arts competitions is always evolving, with recent changes aiming to make scoring more transparent and fair. For 2024, the visual scoring criteria have been updated t…

Drum corps are more than just musical groups. They are a community, a tradition, and often a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the marching arts. When a drum corps loses its nonprofit stat…

Three of drum corps’ most decorated organizations just dropped news that has the entire marching arts community buzzing. Blue Devils, Carolina Crown, and Bluecoats announced coordinated programming fo…

Paying for drum corps or college can feel overwhelming when you’re a high school marcher. Between tour fees, instrument costs, and tuition, the numbers add up fast. But here’s the good news: dozens of…

The 2025 DCI season is already shaping up to be one of the most creative yet. Five major corps have just dropped their show announcements, and the themes range from deeply emotional to wildly experime…