MBI to perform in 4th of July parades - Volunteers needed!

Minnesota Brass will be performing in parades in Forest Lake, Apple Valley, and Chanhassen on Saturday, July 4th.
Whether we're in your city or you just want to get your drum corps fix, come on out and cheer us on as we participate in these parades. You're sure to have a good time!

We are in need of volunteers that would like to walk the parade route with the corps, and water them. All that is involved is walking alongside the corps, then between tunes either hand out water! We are marching in three parades - so if you can help in one or all three, your help would be greatly appreciated!

Click here for more information and to get in touch with Jodi about 'watering the corps'.

For more information about each parade, including links to the parade website and directions, click the 'more' link below.

A Terrific Start

MBI began the 2009 competitive season in fine form! The corps competed in three shows close to home, receiving its first scores of the year.

On Saturday, the corps earned a 73.125 at Drum Beauty in Stillwater. The show was packed with over 3,000 fans from across the Twin Cities.

Temperatures rose on Sunday as the corps headed over to Menomonie, Wisconsin for Drums Across the Red Cedar. MBI performed in some pretty heavy rain and was one of just two corps to actually march their show before the competition was cancelled due to weather. The show was moved indoors as an exhibition for the reamining corps and no scores were posted.

Monday brought the hottest rehearsal of the year so far, but that didn't slow down MBI's performance one bit! The corps performed up close and personal with lucky Manktao fans, receiving a score of 77.375.

The corps' next performance is Thursday in Fridley, Minnesota in the famous Fridley '49ers Days Parade.

Another Honor for MBI Great, Roger Grupp

One of Minnesota Brass's finest has earned another well-deserved honor. Roger Grupp, who performed on the field with MBI for 30 years will be inducted into the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York over Labor Day Weekend.

Roger continues to be an integral part of Minnesota Brass as one of the leaders of Minne-brass. His music career with MBI includes nearly ever possible role from teacher to arranger to lead soloist. Minnesota Brass is honored by Roger's ongoing dedication to the corps.

Visit the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame website for more information about the 2009 inductees and a detailed list of Roger's many accomplishments. Congratulations, Roger!

Join MBI on Facebook!

You can support MBI and keep in touch with everything the corps is up to on facebook! Check out the newly created fan page and follow the corps all season with photos, scores and updates.

Volunteer Update

Summertime is here, and MN Brass is gearing up for the performance season. The hornline, drumline and guard are practicing weekly, are attending drill camps and perfecting their show.

Are you feeling like it's time to get involved? Even for an hour?

Cindy Bach has put together a volunteer update. May’s list of activities include Drill camps, chow lines, and administrative planning. Can you put in 1 hour of time to help out and have fun? Check out the update by following the 'more' link below.

MBI Alum Roger Grupp is Honored in Buglers Hall of Fame

The Buglers Hall of Fame is proud to announce the inductees for the Class of 2009:

• Steve Buglino - Floyd Bennett Golden Eagles, Sunrisers
• Frank Buscemi - Selden Cadets and Alumni
• Ray Fallon - Oceanside Legionaires, Sunrisers
• Scott Friend - Enfield Sabres, Olympians, Matadors, Hurricanes
• Roger Grupp - Minnesota Brass
• Harry Hazelwood - Skyliners, Caballeros
• Hunter Moss - Spirit of Atlanta, CorpsVets
• Donna Mae Smith - first female bugler in the US military - WAC 1942

The Buglers Hall of Fame welcomes its new inductees and is greatly enriched by the addition of these extraordinary players.