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Stephenie Hebert named 2018 DCI Volunteer of the Year

Jun 27, 2018 | Blog Post

There are countless moving parts within a drum corps that combine to make marching music magic under the stadium lights every summer. The foundation of those organizations lies in a dedicated core of volunteers who help keep all of those pieces moving. Drum Corps...

From The Field: 2018, Episode 6

Jun 22, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

After months of careful planning and 5 intense weeks of rehearsal, the moment has come. Today is the day we share "Babylon" with the world, and we couldn't be more excited for you to experience it!

2018 Vanguard Tour Sponsor

Jun 21, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard, Vanguard Cadets

As we prepare to kick off the 2018 DCI Summer Tour with a debut performance in Clovis, CA tomorrow night, it is our great pleasure to introduce “The Commandant’s Own” United States Marine Corps Drum & Bugle Corps as our 2018 Vanguard Tour Sponsor! "We are so...

From The Field: 2018, Episode 5

Jun 14, 2018 | Blog Post, Vanguard Cadets

Last weekend the Vanguard Cadets officially kicked off their 2018 pre-tour rehearsals at the Kings Academy in Sunnyvale, CA. Today they travel to Denair where they will continue working on their 2018 production "Off the Wall" in preparation for the first show on...

SCV + Ultimate Drill Book

Jun 13, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

When it comes to putting "Babylon" on the field, we are proud to partner with Ultimate Drill Book to make the process as efficient and successful as possible. Their customizable dot books are incredibly durable, and the new Ultimate Drill Book app is changing the game...

From The Field: 2018, Episode 4

Jun 8, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

As we finish up our 3rd week of pre-tour and get ready to say goodbye to Southern Oregon University, members reflect on how they're forming their own personal connections with the 2018 production.