Category: Marching Bands

With limited resources for many music programs these days, proper instrument upkeep has never been more important. While you need to handle major repairs with a complete instrument repair kit,…

How can I be a huge marching band enthusiast and NOT talk about the wonders of D.C.I.- which stands for Drum Corps International. Some might even see it as: Marching…

This weekend sees one of the first of many County Fleadhs being hosted across Ireland. This Sunday in Moville numerous bands from across County Donegal will be fighting for a…

The bands of the IMBA returned to UCD Sports center for their second soundsport and winterguard competition at the venue. Once again the UCD  venue generated a fantastic atmosphere with all…

The Irish Marching Band Association will host their second DCI Soundsport Competition of the year this Sunday at UCD Dublin. It follows on from their first Competition in February which…

Ok, maybe we do miss some of these. Marching band was hands down one of the best experiences in my early life. I learned what dedication truly meant, and at…

Yesterday saw thousands descend upon Dungloe in the sunshine to watch or participate in the Annual Easter Parade and Competition. Rivalled only by the Mary Parade or a Daniel O’Donnell…

Following on from 2018’s successful event 2019 promises to be even bigger and better.  This year’s Band Parade will commence at 2.30, withal as many as 17 marching bands expected to…

Readers of this site will fall into one of two categories. One group will argue that marching band is a physical activity as demanding as any sport. This group probably…

Maghery Band’s East Coast USA Tour commenced on Wednesday 13th March visiting New York, New Jersey & Florida. This was the first time the band had performed internationally, having previously…