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Champions on Parade

Here are the contest scores:
Buccaneers 80.675
Caballeros 77.175
Empire Statesmen 75.538
Bushwackers 71.963
Brigadiers 71.300
Hurricanes 69.738
CorpsVets 67.563

"IMAGES IN TIME"

The Brigadiers' 2007 program provides an opportunity to glimpse both past and future glories. Using "As Time Goes By" as a melodic continuum, the 2007 program weaves through time as the Corps recalls fond memories and makes new ones with this dynamic program.

After the introduction of "As Time Goes By" (and listen for hints of "Shangri La" and "Black Saddles"), the Brigs attack "Spanish Fantasy," the opening production from the Brigs' record-setting campaign. With a new visual treatment and staging, along with the fire of Wayne Downey's re-worked brass arrangement, this production is sure to re-start the energies of Brigadiers past.

The next memory to be awakened is the hauntingly beautiful "First Time Ever I Saw Your Face," the quintessential Brigadiers' ballad. Evoking the emotions welled up from the Finals performance of 2003, this uniquely Brigadier production is again enhanced through new staging and visual interpretation.

The last production of "Images in Time" looks at the future of the Brigadiers and finds it...

HOT!! This production, entitled "Evolution," is a departure in form for the Brigadiers, though not in substance. The primary thrust of the music remains power and excitement, but rather than interpret a song, this production, like a tapestry, weaves many ideas into one message. After a Wayne Downey original introduction, this fiery piece references the many talents and evolution of Chick Corea and Al Di Meola through "Spain," "Little Flamenco" and "Mediterranean Sundance," concluding with the intensity and raw emotion of "Day Danse" This production reflects the continuing evolvement of the Brigadiers as they strive to continue to move the activity forward.

You will note that throughout the program there is a continual reference to time, both past and present, through the use of props and other visual representations.

The entire administration, design team, instructional staff and membership of the Brigadiers hope that you find both our program and performance engaging, exciting and fulfilling.

2007 ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF:
Corps Director - Richard Martin; Assistant Corps Director - Bruce McCready;

Director of Public Relations - April Min;  Quarter Master - Ron Blakely;

Administrative/Staff Assistant - Paul Cullen  Program Coordinator & Visual Designer -

Rick Morey; Brass Arranger - Wayne Downey; Battery Arrangers - David Glyde and Chris Perna; Front Ensemble Arranger - Dr. Robert Bridge; Visual Consultant - Michael Cesario; Percussion  Coordinator - Robert Vitti; Percussion Consultant - John Oddo; Brass Coordinator - Tom Santino; Brass Caption Head -  Peter Blake; Brass Technicians - Lansing Dimon, Steve Smardon, Timothy Then; Percussion Caption Heads - John Bird  and Rod Wills; Percussion Technicians - Mathieu Guilbeault, Phil Parent, Joe Revere, Joe Mitchell; Visual Caption Head -  Jim Allen; Visual Technicians - Larry Schmidt, Dawn Marie Mackiewicz, Chris Calhoun; Color Guard Caption Head -  Ryan Bronner; Color Guard Technicians - Beth Calhoun, Gretchen Shyne

   Reading Buccaneers Drum & Bugle Corps  

Reading, PA

 Blue Era

The defending DCA world champion Reading Buccaneers celebrate their 50^th anniversary this year.  To commemorate this auspicious milestone, the Buccaneers are proud to present their 2007 production, Blue Era.  The Bucs pay tribute to five decades of tradition with a program showcasing what we do best - entertainment, innovation, emotion and excellence across all captions - but kicked up a few notches!  Years ago, the Buccaneers were dubbed "The Balance in Blue" because of the corps' versatility in handling varying musical styles.  This year is no exception, as the Buccaneers explore four distinct styles, moods and textures, yet within the classical and symphonic idiom that has become the corps' signature.

The Blue Era journey begins, in unique style, with contemporary American composer Aaron Jay Kernis' New Era Dance.  There is nothing subtle about this work - it's full of speed, volume, attitude and fun.  Next, the horn line and color guard are featured in a rich, warm and moving take on Aaron Copland's The Promise of Living, from his opera The Tender Land.  The Buccaneers' percussion ensemble then takes center stage with an international flavor in a spirited rendition of Danza Final: Malambo from the Estancia dances, by Alberto Ginastera.  The Blue Era journey comes to a grand, rousing and triumphant conclusion with George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue.  Every section of the corps will have a moment to shine in this classic piece, which will leave you humming it and smiling well after the show is complete.

Field leadership is provided by head drum major Josh Decker and assistant drum majors Diane Koenig and Nigel Jeffrey.

Instructional Staff:

Staff Coordinator:                                             Carl Ruocco

Program Coordinator & Brass Arranger:      Lee Umberger

Brass Caption Head:                                         Gino Cipriani

Assistant Brass Caption Head:              Dan McGrogan

Brass Technicians:                                     Mike Britcher, Steve Holgate,  Dave Linton

Percussion Arranger & Caption Head:  Rich Hammond

Front Ensemble Arranger:                                 Mark Lortz

Battery Coordinator:                                         Chris Feist

Percussion Technicians:                            Chris Russell, Laura Helmuth, Johnny Trujillo

                                                                        Tollie Contento, Frank Franco,  Joe Bergen

Color Guard Designer & Caption Head:            Greg King

Color Guard Technicians:                               Steve Vincent, Monica Rocco, Billy Saccomanno

Visual Designer & Caption Head:                      Eric Kitchenman

Visual Technicians:                                            Hank Manfra, Vickie Savage, Alex Higgins

Corps Administration:

Corps Director:                                                Jim Gruber

Assistant Director:                                            Lou Tierno

Business Manager:                                            Jerry Ware

Treasurer:                                                         Jay Landis

Secretary:                                                         Dan Wildonger

Public Relations & Development:                      Tom Moore

Support Staff Coordinator:                                Lois Tierno

Membership:                                                    Karen Wildonger & Elizabeth Fretti

Merchandise:                                                    Yvonne Landis

Web & Creative Services Manager:                  Jeff Zehner

Quartermaster:                                                  Bill Snook

Historian:                                                          Donnie Solinger

Consultants:                                              Mitch Adams, Robert Gruber, Paul Klick, Joel Miller

                                                                    Amy Snook, Rick Thomson, Wayne VanOstenbridge

   Atlanta CorpsVets Drum & Bugle Corps  

         Contact Info

o               4955 Millers Trace

Duluth, GA  30096

o               770-797-9895 office

o               678-300-9080 cell

o               [email protected]

o               www.corpsvets.org

         Executive Director:                                     David W. Stollberg, Ph.D., P.E.

         Corps nickname:                                         None

         Corps colors:                                                               green, red

         Year the corps was founded:      1998

         Brief Corps History:

o   1998 parade & exhibition corps; DCA I&E participants; DCI exhibition corps

o   1999 parade & exhibition corps; 4th in DCA "mini-corps"; DCI exhibition corps

o    2000 2^nd place DCA Class A; DCI exhibition corps

o    2001 1^st place DCA Class A; DCI exhibition corps

o    2002 11th place DCA Open Class; DCI exhibition corps; DCI Atlantic member

o   2003 8th place DCA Open Class, DCA South region champions; DCI Atlantic member

o   2004 10^th place DCA Open Class, DCA South region champions; DCI Atlantic member

o   2005 9^th place DCA Open Class, DCA South region champions; DCI Atlantic member

o    2006 9^th place DCA Open Class, DCA South region champions; DCI Atlantic member

         Corps Hometown:        ATLANTA, GA

         Corps Sponsors:          American Legion Post 233, Loganville GA; Pro Mark; Remo

         Drum Majors:              Greg Teems, Marvin Fontaine and Jeff Thompson

         Staff              

o        Executive Director:  Dr. David W. Stollberg

o        Assistant Executive Director:  Brad Hood

o        Program Coordinator:  Gary Hopkins

o        Program/design consultant:  David Bruni

o        Assistant Program Coordinators:  David Henry and Greg Teems

o        Ensemble Coordinators:  David Henry and Vic Kulinski

o        Brass Caption Head and Arranger:  David Henry

o        Brass Staff:  Bill Wear, Steven Palmer and John Hoekstra

o        Percussion Caption Head and Arranger:  Leif Marwede 

o        Percussion Staff:  Vic Kulinski, Jon Bois, Nichole Dennis, Kehri Maglad, Mike 

                                        Palau, and Chris Ozley

o        Visual Caption Head:  Vic Kulinski

o        Visual Staff:  Bill Wear, Steven Palmer, John Hoekstra, T.J. Maunder, Brad

                               Hood and Patrick Elmenthaler

o        Visual Consultant:  Rodney Bailey

o        Color Caption Head:  Detrick Tilly

o        Color Guard Staff:  Tad Brannen

o        Tour Director:  Marvin Fontaine

o        Business/Equipment Manager:  Tom Colgan

o        Asst. Equipment Manager:  David Medeiros

         2007 Show:  "Celebration!"

o              Georgia on My Mind

o              Bacchanalia

o              LaFiesta

o              Remembrance

         For the 2007 season the CorpsVets will be presenting "Celebration!"  The production will kick-off with the corps' signature song and fan favorite "Georgia On my Mind".  Quickly stepping into the riotous, boisterous festival/celebration known as "Bacchanalia". The party continues with"LaFiesta", the party pushes drum corps entertainment to its' limits!  Finally the corps takes a look back in "Remembrance" as we acknowledge those drum corps friends and family that came before us.  The best way to remember is to celebrate life, family, friends, and of course, drum corps.  The 2007 CorpsVets invite you to join in and enjoy our "Celebration"

Brass Staff includes:

Joe Pero, Jamie Gibbs, David Orser, Jamie Orser & Jim Wise

Percussion Arranger, Colin McNutt

Percussion Coordinator, Ted Mascari

Battery Caption Head, Mike Sharpe

Front End Ensemble Instructors, Richard Burrows & Rob Sanderl

Percussion Staff includes:

Patsy Vankirk & David Edwards

Colorguard Caption Head is Chris Thornton

Guard Staff includes:

David Bowen, Peter Garrow, Bethaney Hauswirth & Joe Nolan

Visual Designer is Ron Abate

Marching Staff includes:

Kevin Walters, Joe Taylor &Mike Hillman

The Corps will once again be lead on the field this season by Drum Major David Bruni.

Consultants include  / Ritchie Price - Brass & J.J. Pipitone - Percussion

Graphic Designer / Roger Jones

And now for your enjoyment..... 

Rochester's very own 5 time DCA World Champions!! 

The Empire Statesmen!!

The 2007 Hawthorne Caballeros

Present Music from "Carmen"

Over the past 61 years, the Hawthorne Caballeros have earned more titles than any other All Age Drum & Bugle Corps. This includes 9 World Championships, 16 National Championships, over 50 State Championships and hundreds of regional and local championships.

For the 2007 season, the 2006 "Peoples Choice" Caballeros present the music of Carmen. The Caballeros have integrated our Latin motif into Carmen to accentuate the brilliance and passion of the opera. Each of the 5 acts will take you through a different emotion all within the spectrum of this timeless piece - a Carmen like you have never seen or heard before.

Act I will introduce you to the Caballeros version of Carmen with a powerful opening that builds to an exciting crescendo while musically introducing the opera's characters. Act II presents the sultry side of the 2007 Caballeros with the seductive strains of the familiar "Habanera" theme.  Act III is a fiery yet sophisticated percussion feature that allows interplay between all percussion sections and the brass ensemble. The piece ends with a dramatic segue into Act IV. Act IV will enchant you with "The Intermezzo", one of the most romantic melodies in the opera featuring a mellophone solo that will leave the audience breathless. Act V is the popular "Toreador" featured with a Caballero twist that audiences will remember for years to come.

Dennis Argul's brass productions along with Gary Gill's percussion and Chris Hales sideline ensemble arrangements provide a perfect blend for Bobby Jones' visual mastery and Ray Rhodes auxiliary prowess to produce a show that will continue the crowd pleasing Caballero legacy. They are supported by field and technical staffs that were carefully chosen to meet the high demand of the program. Gary Gill is the Staff Coordinator.

The Caballeros are honored to perform our 2007 production of Carmen. As Jimmy Russo would say... "this one is for you!"

The corps is lead onto the field by Drum Major Russ Batsch assisted by Mike Ryan and Steve Sapienza. Color guard Co-Captains are Amy Eisenberg and Clare Ann Jacques. Tom Wilbur is the Honor Guard Captain.

The corps Director Emeritus is James J. Costello Jr. Frank Gerris is President and General Manager.  Alan Katz is Business Manager assisted by Rich Warga. Lou Storck is Director of Operations. Mike Ryan is Recruitment and Personnel Director. Jim Russo is the Public Relations Director. Doug Tenis is Chairman of the Board of Governors. Richard Pronti is the staff Consultant. Kay Eltman is the Corps Secretary. Marianne Kerr is the Corps Publicist.

The Bushwackers are very proud to announce their 2007 program entitled, AROUND THE TOWN. Based on Leonard Bernsteins New York inspired works, "On the town" and  "Fancy Free", The show paints a musical portrait of a day touring New York City- the nations artistic capital. The music captures not only the passion and energy of Bernsteins youth, but also the musical diversity of the city itself.

We  continue our tradition of exploring a variety of musical styles, while challenging both our members and audiences alike, as we embark on a fast paced,energetic journey through the greatest city in the world. You will be treated to a blend of jazz, classical, and musical styles as eclectic as the people that make up the great city of NEW YORK.

Jay Morlot is the director

Administrative assistants include Bob Kidd, Mary Snyder, Josh Cohen, Chris Killian and Alex Neilsen.

Show coordinators are Jim Dugan and Jeff Mitchell.

Arrangers for the 2007 Bushwackers are Al Dicroce, Ralph Hardimon, Steve Rinda, Scott Marshman and Joe Itkor.

Caption heads are Joe Exley on brass, Bob Cizmarik on percussion, Steve Rinda on visual and Scott Marshman on guard.

The 2007 consulting team is Jamey Thompson, Gene Bennett, Al Chez,Frank Dorrite, Myron Rosander, and Jim Mallen.

Corps titles, 6 time DCA world champion 1986, 88, 89, 90,92, and 93. Currently the corps is the defending DCA champion Brass line and color guard.

The Bushwacker, 127 Main Street, Franklin New Jersey  07416  www.bushwackers.org

  "IN EXHIBITION" the Caballero Alumni 

CONNECTICUT ALUMNI SENIOR DRUM AND BUGLE CORPS

Founded in 1984 by former members of the CT Hurricanes, the CT Alumni have been a proud tradition for the past 23 years. Since then the CT Alumni have expanded its membership to include drum corps alumni from CT, NY, MA and RI plus several high school and college marching bands.

The CT Alumni have taken, what many consider a hobby, and created a top-notch musical unit, rich in the tradition and professionalism that has become the hallmark of drum and bugle corps. The corps brings their winning performances to audiences throughout the northeast by participating in many parades, concerts and exhibitions.

The Corps' director is Mannie Padin and the business manager is Mike Kasper. The instructional staff is David Negri on brass, John Moynihan on percussion and Mary-Ann Robertson on guard and visuals. The Honor Guard is lead by Rich DiMauro.

The corps is proud to include many old drum corps favorites in its repertoire including: Hallelujah, Copacabanna, America, 42^nd Street, Caravan, Chattanooga After You've Gone, Silverado and of course, Hang'em High/The Magnificent Seven.

The Connecticut Alumni is always looking for new members in all sections. Come join us in keeping the tradition alive. Visit us on the web at www.ctalumni.org

 PAL Buccaneers

Jr. Drum & Bugle Corps

Sponsored by the Bridgeport Police Activities League, the PAL Buccaneers is the first junior drum and bugle corps in Bridgeport since the late '60's. Under the direction of PAL Executive Director, Mike Marella, corps co-director Linda Shelby and Pat Rouse the corps is in its 3^rd year of doing parades and exhibitions and are striving to become a competing corps.  The PAL Buccaneers are actively recruiting new corps members, membership is open to area youths from 10 to 21 years of age; weekly rehearsals are at their practice facility, the PAL Activities Center, 7 Quarry Road, Trumbull.

B.H.O.F.

The Buglers Hall of Fame (BHOF) will present a special ceremony and exhibition for the Champions on Parade. This year's inductees include Louis (Satchmo) Armstrong and one of Drum Corps greatest music arrangers Hy Dreitzer. The St. Rita's Brassmen will join BHOF members to play a special tribute to Mr... Dreitzer's music. The ensemble will include many of the greatest buglers players from around the country.

Park City Pride

Entering the field for their fourth year of exhibition is the Park City Pride. They have excited audiences throughout the Northeast from their first performance in 2003 to their last one in 2006. They have made a lasting impression on the Senior Alumni Drum Corps movement, and this year will be no exception.

They will enter the field with a New Orleans jazz ensemble playing "Bourbon Street Parade", then a show opener honoring Bridgeport's own P.T. Barnum, "Barnum and Bailey's Favorite" followed by the Lettermen's version of "Going Out of My Head and Can't Take My Eye's off of you". A Drum Solo features excerpts from styles used in the 60's, 70's and 80's.

The second half will be just as exciting, featuring "Man of La Mancha", then their signature "I'll Be Seeing You" followed by a show stopper ending featuring their Dynamic Color Guard with a visual and musical tribute to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.

Corps Director, Business Manager & Hall-of-Fame Member - Bob Glovna

Corps Co-Directors - John Braca & John Donovan

Music Arrangements - Hall-of-Fame Member Frank Dorritte, Art Hlywa, and Dave Dion

Horn Instructors - Art Hlywa and Paul Mayer

Drum Arrangement - Dave Dion

Drum Instructors - Tony Palumbo, Dave Dion & Timothy "Ace" Holleran

Visual Coordinator and Drill Design-Hall-of-Fame Member Bob Findley

Marching Instructors - Bob Findley and Richard Mastrioani

Drum Majors - Bob Findley, Lillian Gaudette-Leka, & Skip Gallant 

Color Guard Instructors - Skip Gallant & Bill Stokes

Color Guard Captains - Jack Sullivan & Karen Matto

Ladies and Gentlemen we now present to you the Pride of Connecticut:

The 2007 Park City Pride

For Information Contact  Art Harris

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