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May 23, 2013
2013 Hall of Fame Class
The Boston Crusaders are excited to announce the 2013 class...read more
May 16, 2013
Exciting Addition at Crusaders
The Boston Crusaders are pleased to announce exciting...read more
May 9, 2013
Alumni Kickball Tournament
This past weekend the Crusaders held their first Alumni and Friends event...read more
May 7, 2013
May Preview Recap
The Boston Crusaders made their first public appearance of their 2013 production ...read more
April 30, 2013
Spring Fling Location Changed
We are pleased to anounce that due to space constraints, the 2013 Spring Fling will need to move...read more
April 25, 2013
Summer 2013 Tour Openings
As summer approaches, we have a few remaining openings in the following areas....read more
April 24, 2013
May Preview
The Boston Crusaders will be hosting their Spring Preview on May 5 at their summer home in Bradenton, FL.
This will be the first pu...
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April 17, 2013
May Preview 2013
The Boston Crusaders will be hosting our Spring Preview on May 4 at our summer home in Bradenton, FL....read more
April 11, 2013
Last Call for 2013 Hall of Fame Nominations
The 2013 Crusaders Hall of Fame inductees will be honored at the Spring Fling on Friday June 14th....read more
April 10, 2013
Rehearsal locations May 24-June 16
Since the Crusaders will be starting our summer on the east coast...read more
April 1, 2013
Tickets on sale now!
Tickets to the three Boston Crusaders-run New England shows are on sale now!...read more
March 29, 2013
Tickets to our three shows are now sold through DCI!
Since we began running the East Coast Classic 25 years ago,...read more
March 29, 2013
2013 Tour Volunteers Needed
As we've always said, a great volunteer force keeps a drum corps happy, successful, and well-fed! ...read more
March 1, 2013
Announcing New Color Guard leadership and Spring guard auditions
The Crusaders are pleased to announce the appointment of...read more
March 1, 2013
Feb Camp
Lakewood Ranch High School in Bradenton, FL continues to be...read more
February 21, 2013
The Road to DC
On January 21, the Crusaders represented...read more
January 14, 2013
NO PARKING - PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION - JANUARY 21,1965
Where is Kathleen Collins Cuddy now?...read more
January 9, 2013
Where's Waldo on the parade route?
Waldo is making his way on the parade route...read more
December 29, 2012
Announcing the Inaugural Parade Roster
After several days of sorting through hundreds of applications...read more
December 27, 2012
December Camp
Before they headed into the holiday week, nearly ...read more
December 22, 2012
Inaugural Parade Application
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December 18, 2012
March of a lifetime
BOSTON CRUSADERS TO PERFORM IN 57TH PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURAL PARADEread more
December 11, 2012
Announcing the 12 Days of Crusaders
This holiday season, from December 12-24, the Crusaders will be giving away...read more
December 11, 2012
12 Days of Crusaders Entry Form
Please fill out the form below to enter to win one of over 70 prizes in the next 12 days!...read more
November 27, 2012
Huge Turnout at November Camp
The march towards 2013 has begun for the Boston Crusaders!...read more
November 21, 2012
CRUSADERS AUDITION CAMP INFORMATION
Applicants prepare for memorable weekend of rehearsals and auditionsread more
November 9, 2012
Announcing Dec 8 Audition Locations
This year's one day auditions will be held on Saturday, Dec 8. ...read more
October 26, 2012
Music Major Scholarships Available
Thanks to a supporter of the corps, the Boston Crusaders are pleased to offer significantcorps tuition scholarships to college music majors ....read more
October 10, 2012
2013 Design Team Announced
The Boston Crusaders are pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Kitchenman as Program and Staff Coordinator for the 2013 season....read more
September 5, 2012
ANNOUNCING 2013 CAMP DATES
REGISTER TODAY FOR AUDITION MATERIALSread more
August 1, 2012
Old School Challenge 2012 - Results
Old School Challenge Rasies over $80,000 for 3 corps!read more
July 21, 2012
Old School Challenge 2012
Ding ding ding. As the champions enter the ring -- at one win apiece -- this prizefight is certain to be epic! read more
July 19, 2012
Mid-season note from Tom Spataro
Below is a note from Crusaders Executive Director Tom Spataroread more
July 13, 2012
2012 Housing Information
As promised here is our 2012 Housing information.read more
July 9, 2012
2012 CYO Nationals Tribute Fun Facts Answers
We hope you enjoyed participating in the trivia game.read more
June 3, 2012
Hall of Fame Announcement 2012
The Boston Crusaders are very excited to announce the 2012 class of the Crusaders Hall of Fame.read more
May 28, 2012
2012 Mail Drops
Below is all of the mailing information to get a letter or a package to a member while they are on tour....read more
May 24, 2012
Tuba openings
As move-in starts, and the reality of tour sets in, the Boston Crusaders have two immediate...read more
May 21, 2012
Push Percussion
We are pleased to announce the newest addition to our Crusader family......read more
April 18, 2012
Bevilacqua Inducted into DCI Hall of Fame
Former Crusaders Director George Bevilacqua will be...read more
April 13, 2012
Grow Drum Corps
HELP... we've fallen and need your help to get back up....read more
April 2, 2012
Spring Guard Auditions - 6 Things You Need to Know
April Camp is just around the corner, and with it, the return of the Crusaders Color Guard....read more
March 2, 2012
Calling All Volunteers!
The members of the 2012 Boston Crusaders are eagerly anticipating their upcoming summer tour,...read more
February 22, 2012
February Camp
February Camp was the most productive on record...read more
February 2, 2012
Spataro, Zuccala, Heimbecker to lead Crusaders in 2012
The Boston Crusaders and Executive Director Tom Spataro are pleased to welcome...read more
January 30, 2012
January Update
Crusaders staff were split up across the country over the course of January Camp weekend. ...read more
January 17, 2012
2012 Hall of Fame Nominations
The Boston Crusaders are now accepting nominations for the 2012 Hall of Fame Class.read more
January 4, 2012
Crusaders Partner with Innovative Percussion
The Boston Crusaders are proud to announce a new partnership with Innovative Percussion Inc....read more
December 22, 2011
2012 Drum Majors Announced
The Boston Crusaders are pleased to announce the drum majors for the 2012 season....read more
December 17, 2011
Twas minutes before the show
Twas minutes before the show, when all through the place
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November 30, 2011
Round 1 Auditions Complete
As November concludes, so does Round One of the 2012 audition process. All candidates...read more
November 18, 2011
Opening Weekend
Auditions continue this weekend in Florida.read more
November 9, 2011
2012 Production Preview
Although the details are still being finalized, the design team has settled on...read more
October 27, 2011
2012 Auditon Poster Downloads
Help us spread the word about our upcoming auditions by downloading a copy of our audition poster. ...read more
October 20, 2011
2012 Percussion Auditions
The Percussion Program Audition Overview is now available to all 2012 Applicants in CorpsData. This will give...read more
September 28, 2011
2011 Crusader Classic sold out
As of Wednesday, September 28, the Crusader Classic Golf Tournament is SOLD OUT....read more
September 24, 2011
Brass Audition Music Now Available
Attention all brass musicians! ...read more
September 9, 2011
2012 Team Announced
The Boston Crusaders and Executive Director Tom Spataro are pleased to announce the 2012 design and instructional principals:...read more
September 7, 2011
Thomas I. Spataro named a 2011 DCI Director of the Year
Each year Drum Corps International awards Director of the Year honors to corps leaders...read more
September 6, 2011
Kennedy Steps Away
After 10 years of serving as the brass arranger for the Crusaders,...read more
August 26, 2011
Crusaders donate to Blue Devils
On August 16, just three days after DCI World Championships, members of the Crusaders met with representatives...read more
August 17, 2011
Revolutionary Pay
Crusaders announce revolutionary way to pay for drum corps...read more
August 15, 2011
Congratulations!
to the 2011 Boston Crusaders!!!read more
July 31, 2011
Old School Challenge Wrapup
Below is a note from Crusaders Executive Director Tom Spataro: read more
July 15, 2011
2011 Old School Challenge
The Boston Crusaders and the Madison Scouts are pleased to announce “The Old School Challenge Rematch"...read more
July 11, 2011
Summer 2011 Mail Drops
UPDATED July 11, 2011read more
July 7, 2011
2011 Tour Stops
For those that are looking to visit the corps during the day, we have linked...read more
July 4, 2011
2011 CYO Tribute Wrapup
Just like the days of yesteryear, a packed stadium bore witness to an outstanding drum & bugle corps show.
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June 29, 2011
CYO Nationals FanFest
Why fight the holiday weekend traffic worried about getting to the show on time? Take Friday off...read more
June 24, 2011
Get your Drum Corps on - Bridgeport
New England gets its first taste of the 2011 Drum Corps seas...read more
June 23, 2011
2011 Spring Fling Success
2011 Spring Fling a huge success!
The 2011 Spring Fling was a smashing success. Over 500 people packed ...read more
June 10, 2011
One Week to Spring Fling 2011
The excitement is building for next week’s Spring Fling! As usual, you will be able to...read more
May 27, 2011
Mass Bay Second Weekend
As 150 members and a cadre of staff and volunteers descend on New England this weekend...read more
May 26, 2011
Camp Season Wrap
The camp season is over and the summer officially begins on May 28. Here's a look...read more
May 25, 2011
Hall of Fame Announcement 2011
The Boston Crusaders are very excited to announce the 2011 class of the Crusader Hall of Fame.read more
May 6, 2011
Mass Bay Kicks off 2011 Season
After months of planning, Mass Bay Music Festivals is gearing up for...read more
April 28, 2011
A Tale of Two Timpanists
It was the fourth of July 2010, and Julie was traveling with The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” when she first noticed Dia...read more
April 27, 2011
Introducing the 2011 Marching Music Academy
The Boston Crusaders members and staff will be featured artists...read more
April 14, 2011
Crusaders launch BAC Contest
The Boston Crusaders and Mapex Drums are pleased to announce the Best American Cadence Contest!...read more
April 5, 2011
Live Learning Event
Come live, learn and perform with the Crusaders for a day at our May Camp!...read more
March 31, 2011
Crusaders member on a mission
First year euphonium player Zack Meyers from Houston, TX spent a week in March on a mission trip to Jamaica. ...read more
March 30, 2011
2011 East Coast Classic
DCI Champions Descend on Lawrence read more
March 25, 2011
April Openings
As of the conclusion of March Camp, the Boston Crusaders brass section currently has the following openings:read more
March 24, 2011
Bridgeport Drums 2011
Old School Drum Corps returns to Connecticut!read more
March 16, 2011
CYO Nationals Return
A blast from the past, the CYO NATIONALS are back!read more
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