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DCI partnering to launch "SoundSport Scholastic" events

A new partnership with Varsity Performing Arts will bring inclusive and enjoyable ensemble music-making experiences to schools across the country.

2020 DCI Directors of the Year

Despite the cancellation of the DCI Tour due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Dr. Bernard Baggs (World Class) and Dr. Kampschroer (Open Class) Leadership Awards lived-on in 2020.

MarchOn! Task Force marches on

During this August''s MarchOn! Telethon, Colts'' Vicki MacFarlane and Pacific Crest''s Stuart Pompel talked about the ongoing work of the DCI MarchOn! Task Force, a group of corps directors who have been meeting weekly during the pandemic to evaluate and ensure the longevity of the DCI Tour in 2021 and beyond.

Run it Back! - 2013 Carolina Crown

We reunited the designers, instructors and corps members of the 2013 Carolina Crown to talk about their iconic World Championship-winning production, "E=mc2." Debuted during the DCI MarchOn! Telethon, watch the un-cut feature in its entirety.

2020 corps member scholarship award winners

Through the generosity of families and friends of Drum Corps International, $13,000 in scholarships were awarded to deserving performers during the DCI MarchOn! Telethon, Saturday, August 8.

FloSports extends broadcast rights partnership with DCI

In an agreement that extends through 2026, FloSports will introduce innovative new fan viewing and engagement features into future DCI broadcasts including live stream watch parties, exclusive marching arts influencer and instructor chats, live polls, and more.

INFOGRAPHIC

2020 DCI Performers Showcase by the numbers

From countries represented to gold medals awarded, take a look at the 2020 DCI Performers Showcase presented by System Blue by the numbers.

DCI MarchOn! Telethon

Continued focus on health, wellness and safety

In a segment aired as part of the DCI MarchOn! Telethon, Dan Potter catches up with some of the leaders of the DCI-sponsored Marching Music Health, Wellness & Safety Project.

Run it Back! - 1991 Star of Indiana

After nearly 30 years, we reunited the designers, staff members and performers of Star of Indiana''s 1991 "Roman Images" production. Debuted during the DCI MarchOn! Telethon, watch the un-cut feature in its entirety.

Impulse turns 2020 around by reengaging alumni base

According to Impulse director Aaron Zeilinger, virtual "watch parties" that have brought together panels of staff and alumni to reconnect and reminisce while discussing each one of the corps' competitive productions since 1999, have "single-handedly saved us as an organization."

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Looking back on the look of the Crossmen

DCI Hall of Fame member and Fred J. Miller principal designer Michael Cesario talks about the history behind some of Crossmen''s most iconic uniform designs.

BOGO clearance items

Save on already-reduced clearance items with this limited-time-only buy-one-get-one offer.

Throwback Video

On the 1986 Spirit of Atlanta

DCI Hall of Fame member Freddy Martin talks about Spirit of Atlanta''s 1986 season in this DCI broadcast vignette.

2020 scholarship opportunities

Even with the cancelation of the 2020 DCI Tour, a number of scholarship opportunities for corps members are available. With deadlines quickly approaching, apply today.

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3 steps to registering for the 2020 DCI Performers Showcase

A "Registration 101" guide to signing up for the all-new virtual DCI Performers Showcase presented by System Blue. Hurry, entries are due by July 24!

Field Pass Podcast

Finding Drum Corps: The show on the road

After months of preparation, practice and planning, it's time to take the show on the road! In Episode 4, host Keith Kelly looks at what it takes to put a drum corps on the road and what that experience is like for performing corps members.

#DCIRewind

Bluecoats'' & Blue Knights'' Mile High jam session

In 2015 the drum lines of the Bluecoats and Blue Knights threw it down as part of Drums Along the Rockies in Denver.

Standing united

We stand united with the entire DCI community in the belief that Black Lives Matter.

DCI Performers Showcase: I&E origins

Drum Corps International''s Individual & Ensemble competition has a long and storied history as part of the DCI World Championships.

Every Open Class visual caption award winner of the 2010s

Take a look back through the years at every Best Visual Performance award winner at the DCI Open Class World Championship Finals.

Throwback Video

100 points: DCI judging in 1980

Flash it back to this explainer video from 1980 on how the DCI adjudication system works.

5 reasons Drum Corpse Bride is everything you need Oct. 31

The Academy''s "Drum Corpse Bride" trick or treated its way into the hearts of fans as one of the most charming shows to hit the field during the 2016 DCI Tour.

Open Class brass caption award winners of the 2010s

Since 2010, just three corps have walked away with the Best Brass Performance award at the DCI Open Class World Championship Finals.

How to carve a DCI-themed pumpkin

This Halloween, use one of these carving templates to model your pumpkin after your favorite drum corps or as inspiration to come up with a design of your own!

Throwback Video

DCI Hall of Famer Adolph DeGrauwe on the 1986 Cavaliers

Against a tough field of competition, 1986 marked the very first time that The Cavaliers medaled at the DCI World Championship Finals.

#MarchOn

Mandarins serve up a helping hand to senior citizens

After the sounds of music rehearsals and lively bingo games went silent in the Mandarins' Sacramento-area headquarters due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it's now the clanking of pots and pans that are bringing the facility back to life.

Marching Music Health, Wellness & Safety Project

Health and wellness volunteers who are making a difference

Here are a few of the many Marching Music Health, Wellness & Safety Project practitioners serving their communities as doctors, nurses, first responders, and others, selflessly stepping forward on the front lines to make a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Standing united

We stand united with the entire DCI community in the belief that Black Lives Matter.

DCI Performers Showcase: I&E origins

Drum Corps International''s Individual & Ensemble competition has a long and storied history as part of the DCI World Championships.

Every Open Class visual caption award winner of the 2010s

Take a look back through the years at every Best Visual Performance award winner at the DCI Open Class World Championship Finals.

Throwback Video

100 points: DCI judging in 1980

Flash it back to this explainer video from 1980 on how the DCI adjudication system works.

PRESENTED BY SYSTEM BLUE

Performers Showcase: The tale of two trumpets

John Brannon and Ryan Darke have used their experiences competing as part of the DCI Performers Showcase to find success both inside and outside of drum corps.

Field Pass Podcast

Finding Drum Corps: Those who have come before

In the second episode of the "Finding Drum Corps" podcast series, host Keith Kelly has an eye on the drum corps activity''s past to better understand its future.

Flashback Video

From the Marine Corps to the Bluecoats

Serving in the Marine Corps during the Persian Gulf conflict in Kuwait, John Hord was clearing landmines when one exploded; taking four toes and nearly his life. Just a year later in a story of grit and determination, Hord found himself on the field of the Cotton Bowl at the 1991 DCI Finals, marching as a tenor drummer in his age-out season with the Bluecoats.

The Commandant''s Own

A fixture at the DCI World Chamnpionships for decades, members of the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps helped kick off the 2019 DCI Finals on the field of Lucas Oil Stadium.

West Point Hellcats

DCI had the privilege of hosting the West Point Band''s Hellcats of the United States Military Academy when they performed in conjunction with the 2012 World Championships in Indy.

U.S. Army National Anthem

DCI had the honor of having Sgt. Corrin Campbell of the U.S. Army Recruiting Command (Fort Knox, Kentucky) sing the National Anthem to kick off 2013 DCI Finals at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Behind the iconic look of the Blue Devils

DCI Hall of Fame member Michael Cesario looks back on some of the Blue Devils'' most memorable uniform designs including the "secret formula" that goes into making the unmistakable "Blue Devil Blue."

Top 12 Boston Crusaders weapon tosses of 2019

Counting down some of the best moves of the 2019 George Zingali Best Color Guard Caption Award Winners.

21 weeks later Impulse completes watch party circuit

Back in May, Impulse set out to reconnect alumni by gathering together each Saturday to re-watch and discuss every production in the corps'' history.

DrumLine Battle Throwback

Michigan vs. Ball State University

In a Big 10 vs. Mid-American Conference showdown, these two college powerhouses faced off as part of the 2014 Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Indianapolis.

#MarchOn

With music on hold, drum major stretches her creativity

Trading a conducting baton for a stylus pen, Blue Devils B drum major Izzi Cristobal has switched gears in recent weeks looking for a creative outlet during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To all those helping DCI and corps to #MarchOn

A salute to our exceptional sponsors and partners for their support in helping DCI and its participating corps #MarchOn to 2021 and beyond!

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DCI Performers Showcase competition goes virtual

With new performance categories and competitive classes that cater to all ages and participants from around the world, the annual DCI Performers Showcase will march on in 2020 in a new digital format.

Presented by Marching Arts Education

DCI Summer of Learning

Debuting June 1, Marcing Arts Education will present two months of interviews and instruction giving you access to the top designers, instructors and marchers of Drum Corps International.

Flashback Video

The origins of Vanguard''s "Miss Amana" food truck

A 1979 DCI broadcast vignette featuring an interview with Vanguard founder Gail Royer on the corps'' 12-vehicle caravan.

#MarchOn

Thank You!

An incredible number of individuals pledged their support during Saturday''s MarchOn! Telethon, well over 1,000, but we're still striving to reach our goal of 2,020 donors in honor of the 2020 DCI Tour! How can you help us get there?

1. If you haven't yet, please donate today. Receive exclusive DCI swag based on your contribution!
2. Share the link (DCI.org/give) on your social platforms, and ask others to contribute.
3. If you've already made a gift, inquire with your company if a donation match may be available.

Thank you for your support as we #MarchOn to 2021 and beyond!

DCI MarchOn! Telethon Replay

If you missed any of Saturday''s DCI MarchOn Telethon, the full replay of the event is available for playback!

Run It Back!

As featured segments of the DCI MarchOn! Telethon, we reunited the designers, staff members and performers of some of the most popular DCI shows of all time.

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2020 DCI Performers Showcase results

This summer''s virtual DCI Performers Showcase brought together more than 250 performers from seven different countries including the United States, Canada, Japan, Guatemala, New Zealand, Indonesia and Thailand!

#MarchOn

5 must-watch events of DCI Finals Week 2020

Even with the stadium lights dimmed with the Drum Corps International Tour on hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, 2020's DCI World Championships Week will be action-packed as we look to the past and into the future with these online events.

Digital DCI ensemble to debut "Together As One"

Performed by current, former and aspiring drum corps musicians from around the world, "Together As One - One Nation" will make its virtual debut August 8! Concieved and coordinated by Varsity Spirit, this exciting project brings DCI and some of its top designers together with other outstanding organizations in an unprecedented collaborative effort.

PREVIEW

"Run it Back!" | 1991 Star of Indiana

After nearly three decades, we reunited the designers, instructors and corps members of the 1991 Star of Indiana to talk about their iconic World Championship-winning production, "Roman Images."

Field Pass Podcast

Finding Drum Corps: Finals

It''s DCI Finals Week, and in Episode 7 of the Finding Drum Corps podcast, Keith Kelly turns his gaze to Lucas Oil Stadium to explore the season-ending events of the DCI Summer Tour.

#DCIRewind

12 Years of Open Class world champions in the moment

From 2008 through 2019, experience the elation and excitement shared by performers and staff members in these moments captured immediately after winning the Open Class World Championship title.

TOGETHER AS ONE

"Digital DCI" ensemble will highlight Finals night telethon

Drum Corps International will present the "March On!" Telethon, a worldwide online fundraising event, on Saturday, August 8.

Presented by System Blue

DCI Performers Showcase: The I&E Triple Crown

DCI percussion adjudicator Jeff Prosperie has a storied history performing in and judging individual and ensemble competitions.

FIELD PASS PODCAST

Finding Drum Corps: What it takes

What is it about the DCI experience that drives young people to dedicate their lives to a moment that will endure in memories for years to come? In episode three of this Field Pass Podcast series, host Keith Kelly looks at what makes a great performer or performance.

REPLAY: DCI 4th of July extravaganza

Marches, parades, patriotic performances and even a few fireworks - A huge compilation of some of your favorite corps in celebration of the 4th of July.

DCI 4th of July Extravaganza

Marches, parades, patriotic performances and even a few fireworks - A huge compilation of some of your favorite corps in celebration of the 4th of July! Video premieres at 11 a.m. ET. / 10 a.m. CT / 8 a.m. PT.

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Three to be inducted into DCI Hall of Fame

Meet the three individuals who will be inducted as the DCI Hall of Fame Class of 2020.

#MarchOn

Limited-edition "March On" 2020 Tour T-shirt

Coinciding with the worldwide Giving Tuesday charitable event, DCI released a limited-edition 2020 DCI Tour T-shirt, which includes the names of each of the ensembles scheduled to perform on the summer tour - events which were canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Flashback Video

DrumLine Battleship

As part of the 2019 Virginia International Military Tattoo, last April DrumLine Battle hosted a ship-shape event on the deck of the USS Wisconsin.