Santa Clarita Students Shine On World Stage At 2024 Drum Corps International World Championships

A group of talented students and alumni from various Santa Clarita high schools, including Castaic, Saugus, Hart, and Valencia, have proudly represented their community on the world stage at the prestigious 2024 Drum Corps International (DCI) World Championship held in Indianapolis, Indiana.

These young musicians were key members of the Gold Drum and Bugle Corps, based in San Diego, California, which earned a bronze medal in the highly competitive Open Class division.

The students, selected from hundreds of candidates through a rigorous audition process, have been training and practicing since February in preparation for this remarkable achievement. Their dedication and hard work paid off as they toured across the country, performing in California, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana before reaching the DCI World Championship.

The Gold Drum and Bugle Corps, established in 2005, is a premier ensemble known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and education in the marching arts. As a member of Drum Corps International, Gold provides young musicians and performers with the opportunity to develop their talents in a challenging yet supportive environment. The corps’ dedication to musical and visual excellence has earned them a respected place in the marching community, consistently placing them among the top competitors in the Open Class division.

This year’s bronze medal performance at the DCI World Championship is a testament to the corps’ tradition of excellence and the hard work of its members, staff, and volunteers. Under the leadership of its experienced staff, the corps has become a beacon of artistic and personal growth for its members, many of whom go on to have successful careers in music, education, and beyond.

“We are incredibly proud of these young adults,” said Kevin Valentine, Executive Director of the Gold Drum and Bugle Corps. “Their commitment and dedication have been outstanding, and they have represented Santa Clarita and their respective high schools with honor. Competing and excelling at the DCI World Championship is a dream for many in the marching arts, and these students have made it a reality.”

The students’ participation in the Gold Drum and Bugle Corps not only highlights their individual achievements but also showcases the strength and quality of music programs in Santa Clarita. Their journey from local high school bands to the world stage at the DCI Championship is an inspiration to aspiring musicians and performers in the community.

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