FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps Welcomes Josh Thye as New Corps Director Tempe, AZ – November 7, 2023 – The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, a world-renowned organization dedicated to fostering excellence in music and the performing arts, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mr. Josh Thye as its new […]
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The Academy is pleased to welcome the brass staff members of our educational team for 2024. Under the new leadership of Caption Head Michael Weber, and Assistant Caption Heads Christian Arteaga and Joe Smith, the staff brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and excitement to the members of the brass section. Returning to the team […]
Now open for registration, The Academy announces an additional live audition and learning opportunity in the Las Vegas area. Scheduled to be held at Foothill High School on Sunday, December 17th, prospective members in the Guard and Brass sections are invited to attend! These remote events are designed to allow prospective members who reside a […]
The Academy is pleased to welcome two new leaders of our educational team for 2024. Join us in welcoming Michael Weber as Brass Caption Head and Ricardo Robinson-Shinall as Color Guard Caption Head.
The Academy is beginning our search for the multitude of jobs needed for a successful season. A critical member of the team is the leader of the food program. The Academy Food Manager will be responsible for the day to day operations of the corps’ mobile kitchen truck. Responsibilities include planning, ordering and managing the […]
After a lengthy search involving several worthy candidates, The Academy is excited to announce Dan Adams to be serving in the position of Corps Director for The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps is the flagship performing ensemble of the Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts, Inc. As an expansion […]
We are sad to make this announcement today. While we know it is the best decision for the long-term success of the program, it hurts to take this pause, particularly for the current members of Phenom, who were working so hard to get the corps back on the field. Thank you for your ongoing support […]
Drum Corps is a physically and mentally challenging activity. Members push themselves further than many thought possible to be their absolute best. Over the course of an 80-day season, that drive and determination can take a toll and we need the support of licensed health professionals to help keep the members healthy and doing what […]
Our very exciting news is that we have contracted with a company to build our very much needed new food trailer for The Academy! It is scheduled to be delivered in early April and we can’t wait to show it off to all our fans but especially to all of you who have so generously […]
The Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts, Inc. announces several job openings. We are looking for incredible people to help make an even greater impact on the participants within our growing organization. Come join an incredible team and be the reason for our success. Do what you love and be loved for doing it! Jobs […]