Chippewa Valley Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps

Chippewa Valley Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps The Chippewa Valley Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps is a new and rising Small Drum Corps Association member. So what is a drum corps? That's what we are.

In basic definition, "A drum and bugle corps is a musical marching unit consisting of brass instruments, percussion instruments, and color guard. Drum corps are specialized marching bands. They operate as independent organizations (no scholastic affiliation), who perform in competitions, parades, festivals and other civic functions." - Author Unknown

There are 3 levels of drum corps that are sepa

rated by age restrictions, costs, amount of rehearsals/performances, and more. The 3 levels can be related to Baseball. Drum Corps International (DCI) is like Major League Baseball, it's the big time. Drum Corps Associates (DCA) is like Minor League Baseball. Small Drum Corps Association (SDCA) is like a semi professional baseball team. All new corps must begin in SDCA and as their membership grows, they may begin to apply for DCA or DCI status. SDCA performances primarily take place on an indoor basketball courts and are judge by "people's choice". For the audience, the corps are there to entertain, but the members are in it for much more. Joining the Crusaders Drum and Bugle corps is a rewarding, educational, and fun experience! Musically, you can learn a new instrument or improve on a current one. Visually, by marching, you can learn excellent body carriage/posture, how to move in formations, or how to spin color guard equipment. Regionally, the CV Crusaders will allow you to represent a performing ensemble of the Chippewa Valley area and surrounding schools. Participation also can teach you important life skills such as self discipline, leadership, commitment, and teamwork. The following link (>1 min) shows a preview of some SDCA performances. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBX6xbbQBKE&feature=player_embedded

For more information on SDCA visit: www.thesdca.org
For more information on DCA visit: www.dcacorps.org
For more information on DCI visit: www.dci.org

06/26/2012

At last night's Board of Directors meeting, I was advised not to take a group to DCI Minnesota or the Open Class show in Rice Lake. After ending operations as a performing group, we do not have the necessary insurance. I strongly advise everyone to attend both shows if at all possible but must follow the Board's directive and not take a group. At the last rehearsal, I failed to realize that going inactive as a Corps would end our ability to operate as an organized group. I apologize for that oversight and hope this does not prevent anyone from attending these excellent events.

Allyn L Kjarsgaard
Corps Director,
CVC Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps
[email protected]

06/11/2012

At the June 9 rehearsal we ended operations of the Chippewa Valley Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps as a performing group. My thanks to everyone who tried so hard to make a success of this venture. We had some very motivated members but could not reach the numbers needed to function as an operating drum and bugle corps. Members present at the last rehearsal received full tuition refunds and turned in their equipment. I will contact those not present to finish that process. We will still provide transportation from Eau Claire to Minneapolis for DCI Minnesota on July 14 for members. Everyone is responsible for their own ticket since we do not have the minimum number needed for group tickets. We will do the same from Eau Claire to Rice Lake on August 1 for the DCI Open Class show there. Watch for details on those two trips. We will need to know who is going to assure we have room for everyone. We will also need an additional chaperon.

Allyn L Kjarsgaard
Corps Director,
Chippewa Valley Drum and Bugle Corps
[email protected]

06/03/2012

Regrettably, it was necessary to cancel our appearance in the Cinder City Days Parade on June 9. Instead, our next rehearsal will be 9:00 am that day at Hass Fine Arts Center. We need everyone present to begin prepairing for our first public appearance July 21 in McHenry, IL. From here on, well attended productive rehearsals are essential if we are to have a successful summer. I have updated the page to reflect a revised appearance schedule as well as our summer rehearsal schedule. Rehearsals will be every Saturday that we are not on the road in June and July. Although we will not be preforming, DCI Minnesota on July 14 will be our first trip. DCI Minnesota is a tremendous show that is not to be missed!

Members! We WILL have rehearsal this Saturday. Brass players please have as much of Climb Every Mountain memorized as po...
05/30/2012

Members! We WILL have rehearsal this Saturday. Brass players please have as much of Climb Every Mountain memorized as possible. If you need parts go to http://cdraferrara.tripod.com/music.html. Thanks! Bring friends! Also show music should be ready soon!

Musical parts for Climb Every Mountain

04/23/2012

The CV Crusaders are happy to welcome Amanda Buchberger as our new Color Guard Caption Head!!

04/21/2012

Rehearsal starts at 9am! Be sure to dress prepared to rehearse indoors or out. Also, for returning members, the 1st payment of tuition is due! Looking forward to seeing you all!

04/13/2012

Just returned from a visit to Loyal High School! Hoping to see some new members at the next rehearsal! Also stay tuned for updates on the uniforms in the near future!

Become a member! It's a lot of fun!!
03/13/2012

Become a member! It's a lot of fun!!

Making History! First full corps photo of the 2012 season!
03/13/2012

Making History! First full corps photo of the 2012 season!

1st Rehearsal!
03/12/2012

1st Rehearsal!

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Eau Claire, WI
54701

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(715)835-7450

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