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Coming to Indy? Visit Us During the DCI Open House!

This week Indianapolis plays host to national and international music events presented by both the Percussive Arts Society and Music For All's Bands of America. Drum Corps International invites all marching music fans in town to stop in during an open house at our corporate headquarters (110 W. Washington St., Suite C) on Friday, Nov. 13 anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. ET. Take a guided tour of our new facility and chat with staff members about next season. We'll have our brand new '09 World Championship DVDs in stock if you'd like them in your hands before anyone else, and don't leave before taking your photo by the legendary DCI World Championships trophy!

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richerd193 Says The DCI circuit is extremely

Submitted On: Tuesday, Mar 2, 2010 - 12:20 AM

The DCI circuit is extremely competitive. The rehearsal schedules are significantly more intense than those in other drum corps circuits. Beginning in late fall or early winter, corps hold weekend rehearsal camps once a month. The first two or three camps are primarily to audition members, though the audition process is not necessarily formal. At the end of the golf grip college school year in May, camps cease and members of full-time corps report for move-in, that is, move to the locality where the corps rehearses. Corps then spend 12- to 16-hour days refining the music and movement of their show, as there is little time remaining before the beginning of the competitive season in June.
For members of all World Class corps and the most-competitive Open Class corps, the activity is a full-time summer commitment. Members are on the road performing in competitions and parades across North America virtually non-stop until the DCI Championship week in mid-August. Corps travel by coach buses in convoy with tractor trailers holding equipment and field kitchens. Once on the road, members generally sleep on the buses as the corps travels at night, and in sleeping bags on school gym floors once the next destination is reached. They practice their show for as long as schedule allows during the day, and then load up for the evening competition nearby. After the show is over, the cycle repeats. The few breaks in the cycle are laundry days, and free days

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The DCI circuit is extremely competitive. The rehearsal schedules are significantly more intense than those in other drum corps circuits. Beginning in late fall or early winter, corps hold weekend rehearsal camps once a month. The first two or three camps are primarily to audition members, though the audition process is not necessarily formal. At the end of the <a href="http://www.puttingpal.net/golf-grip.html">golf grip</a> college school year in May, camps cease and members of full-time corps report for move-in, that is, move to the locality where the corps rehearses. Corps then spend 12- to 16-hour days refining the music and movement of their show, as there is little time remaining before the beginning of the competitive season in June.
For members of all World Class corps and the most-competitive Open Class corps, the activity is a full-time summer commitment. Members are on the road performing in competitions and parades across North America virtually non-stop until the DCI Championship week in mid-August. Corps travel by coach buses in convoy with tractor trailers holding equipment and field kitchens. Once on the road, members generally sleep on the buses as the corps travels at night, and in sleeping bags on school gym floors once the next destination is reached. They practice their show for as long as schedule allows during the day, and then load up for the evening competition nearby. After the show is over, the cycle repeats. The few breaks in the cycle are laundry days, and free days

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Submitted On: Wednesday, Feb 24, 2010 - 12:11 AM

I was a freshman at harrison county high school when STAR was formed.Istarted playing drums in 1984 and in a short time became very passionate about drum corp and music alike.I was constantly moved around as a result of being a foster child which often made it difficult for me to pursue my dreams of being a member of STAR. However i did go to an audition in the fall of 1985 and learned what it would take to march this elite corp.Well life interupted my plans and after staying with foster families of mcpd certification who cared very little about my interest I soon found myself 18 and homeless.Life for me only became increasingly difficult but i would always find comfort in music.After turning 21 I realized I would never march with the corp of my dreams. I soon made better of my situation and soon was enrolled at Morehead State University in Eastern Kentucky. I marched tenors under Frank Oddis and studied under and with Greg Strauss,Todd Parker,Bobby Jones,just to name a few.MSU went to PASIC in 1992 and 1993 n which won the indoor marching forum both times. I guess by hanging on to my dream to march STAR I made some other dreams a reality. My dream to perform with the Star of Indiana will never become a reality however if a spot opens call me! I am not wealthy by no means , but if I can contribute in any way please do not hesitate to call me. GO STAR!!!!!

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I was a freshman at harrison county high school when STAR was formed.Istarted playing drums in 1984 and in a short time became very passionate about drum corp and music alike.I was constantly moved around as a result of being a foster child which often made it difficult for me to pursue my dreams of being a member of STAR. However i did go to an audition in the fall of 1985 and learned what it would take to march this elite corp.Well life interupted my plans and after staying with foster families of <a href="http://www.cramguides.com/certification/MCPD.htm">mcpd certification</a> who cared very little about my interest I soon found myself 18 and homeless.Life for me only became increasingly difficult but i would always find comfort in music.After turning 21 I realized I would never march with the corp of my dreams. I soon made better of my situation and soon was enrolled at Morehead State University in Eastern Kentucky. I marched tenors under Frank Oddis and studied under and with Greg Strauss,Todd Parker,Bobby Jones,just to name a few.MSU went to PASIC in 1992 and 1993 n which won the indoor marching forum both times. I guess by hanging on to my dream to march STAR I made some other dreams a reality. My dream to perform with the Star of Indiana will never become a reality however if a spot opens call me! I am not wealthy by no means , but if I can contribute in any way please do not hesitate to call me. GO STAR!!!!!

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