Capital Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps
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The Capital Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps is a drum and bugle corps
based in Columbus, Ohio
, founded in 1999, and is a member of Drum Corps International
. Although having competed in DCI's World Class (formerly Division I) from 2002 to 2006, they are currently competing in Open Class. One of three DCI corps in Ohio
(the other two being the Bluecoats
and Glassmen
), Capital Regiment is the newest corps of that state.
Capital Regiment first debuted the drum and bugle corps in 1999, placing 10th at the Div. III championships that year. The corps placed 6th in Div. 3 in 2000. For 2001, the corps moved to Div. II, placing 4th in 2001 and 2nd in 2002. At the Drum Corps International Championships in 2002, the corps moved up to Drum Corps International
Division I status.
In 2003, its first full year of Div. I competition, the corps played a program entitled "A Brave New World," featuring Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in addition to several other pieces by various composers, including Alan Hovhaness. After a difficult season, the corps finished in 19th place.
The corps made tremendous strides in the 2004 season. For the first time, the corps played on B-flat instruments. Many new brass and visual staff members were hired, many alumni of The Cadets
, including Chad Pence. The corps hired noted Cadets
arranger Jay Bocook and Cadets
drill designer Jeff Sacktig. The show, entitled "A Celebration of Life: Mind, Body, and Spirit," consisted of music by David Holsinger, reminiscent of the Holsinger shows performed by The Cadets in 1992 and 1993. The hornline reached a full 64 members for the first time in corps history, and the corps finished the season in 14th place.
The 2005 show was "Chiaroscuro: Symphonic Dances in Shades of Darkness and Light," based on "Chiaroscuro," a wind ensemble piece by Robert Sheldon. Chad Pence lest as brass caption head and was replaced by Derek Gipson, another former Cadet. Design problems with the show as well as internal issues within the corps made for a difficult season, and the corps finished in 15th place, having been ranked as low as 18th during the season.
In 2006, the corps performed "Life Rhythms: Work, Rest, and Play," a show similar in concept to its previous two offerings, featuring music by Eric Whitacre and Philip Glass. Gordon Henderson replaced Jeff Sacktig as the corps' drill writer. Nearly the entire percussion staff was replaced, following the resignation of caption head Kevin Murphy at the end of the 2005 season. The new percussion staff, made up mainly by former members of Santa Clara Vanguard, was headed by Brian Stevens. Ralph Hardimon served as a percussion consultant to the corps. 2006 was the first time the corps used amplification. The corps experienced major organizational problems throughout the season and finished in 16th place.
In October 2006, an announcement was made that "the Board of Trustees of the Capital Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps has decided not to field a competitive corps for the 2007 Drum Corps International Summer Tour." Capital Regiment became inactive for the 2007 marching season. Although the organization had hopes of competing in 2008, Capital Regiment remained inactive for the 2008 season. On July 30, 2008, Capital Regiment announced that they were going to be active for the 2009 seasons and starting to accept membership applications, while announcing they would compete in Open Class.
In 2009 the corps returned to DCI competition.
In their return season, the corps finished 5th overall and 3rd in percussion and brass in Open Class Finals in Indianapolis, Ind. They also received their highest score ever achieved with a 89.95.
In 2009 The corp once again had to make the sad decision to become "inactive" once again.
In 2003, the corps moved to black pants. For the 2004 season, the corps wore solid royal blue gauntlets that matched the uniform jackets, though the corps performed one pre-season standstill show with the old white gauntlets.
In 2006, the corps purchased new uniforms, with the uniform jackets "split" down the middle by a strip of black sequins, with one half of the jacket royal blue and the other white. The corps also had one black and one white glove and one blue and one white gauntlet. The pants, shakos, plumes and backs of the uniform jackets were black.
All the corps' uniforms were part of Fred J. Miller's Cesario Collection.
In 2009, the corps has the same uniforms as 2006, with some being purchased new.
In 2004, the corps performed "A Celebration of Life: Mind, Body, and Spirit," whose opening piece, "Ballet Exaltaire," quotes the Doxology hymn melody. As a result, the Doxology theme was incorporated into a corps song that was sung prior to shows and is still sung today.
In the summer of 2003, the corps was the last corps to perform at the Normal Il show, before a tornado warning cleared the stadium for safety reasons. The corps performed even though the storm had completely engulfed the stadium by the time they were finished with the show.
In 2005, the color guard bus was hit by the equipment truck of Capital Sound while driving out of the parking lot from the Madison, WI show.
Capital Regiment used Dynasty G bugles and Yamaha percussion equipment until the 2003 season. For 2004, the corps purchased a new set of B-flat brass from Dynasty as well as a full Dynasty pit and battery.
Drum and bugle corps (modern)
A drum and bugle corps, also known as a drum corps, is a musical marching unit consisting of brass instruments, percussion instruments, and color guard. Typically operating as independent non-profit organizations, drum corps perform in competitions, parades, festivals, and other civic functions...
based in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
Columbus is the capital of and the largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio. The broader metropolitan area encompasses several counties and is the third largest in Ohio behind those of Cleveland and Cincinnati. Columbus is the third largest city in the American Midwest, and the fifteenth largest city...
, founded in 1999, and is a member of Drum Corps International
Drum Corps International
Drum Corps International , formed in 1972, is the non-profit governing body operating the North American drum and bugle corps circuit for junior corps, whose members are between the ages of 14 and 21. It is the counterpart of Drum Corps Associates which governs senior or all-age drum corps...
. Although having competed in DCI's World Class (formerly Division I) from 2002 to 2006, they are currently competing in Open Class. One of three DCI corps in Ohio
Ohio
Ohio is a Midwestern state in the United States. The 34th largest state by area in the U.S.,it is the 7th‑most populous with over 11.5 million residents, containing several major American cities and seven metropolitan areas with populations of 500,000 or more.The state's capital is Columbus...
(the other two being the Bluecoats
Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps
The Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps is a World Class drum and bugle corps based in Canton, Ohio, and founded in 1972; The Bluecoats are a member corps of Drum Corps International. The corps name stems from the origins of the organization, based out of the Canton Police Boys' Club, in honor of the...
and Glassmen
Glassmen Drum and Bugle Corps
The Glassmen Drum and Bugle Corps is a Drum Corps International World Class drum and bugle corps based out of Toledo, Ohio that was founded in 1961. A member of Drum Corps International, it is one of two World Class corps in Ohio, along with the Bluecoats...
), Capital Regiment is the newest corps of that state.
History
Capital Regiment was founded in 1992 by founder and director Rick Bays. Bays ran a bingo operation as a fundraiser for several years before the corps created its first ensemble, an indoor drumline which competed in WGI in 1997 and 1998.Capital Regiment first debuted the drum and bugle corps in 1999, placing 10th at the Div. III championships that year. The corps placed 6th in Div. 3 in 2000. For 2001, the corps moved to Div. II, placing 4th in 2001 and 2nd in 2002. At the Drum Corps International Championships in 2002, the corps moved up to Drum Corps International
Drum Corps International
Drum Corps International , formed in 1972, is the non-profit governing body operating the North American drum and bugle corps circuit for junior corps, whose members are between the ages of 14 and 21. It is the counterpart of Drum Corps Associates which governs senior or all-age drum corps...
Division I status.
In 2003, its first full year of Div. I competition, the corps played a program entitled "A Brave New World," featuring Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in addition to several other pieces by various composers, including Alan Hovhaness. After a difficult season, the corps finished in 19th place.
The corps made tremendous strides in the 2004 season. For the first time, the corps played on B-flat instruments. Many new brass and visual staff members were hired, many alumni of The Cadets
The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps
The Cadets are a Drum Corps International World Class drum and bugle corps based in Allentown, Pennsylvania...
, including Chad Pence. The corps hired noted Cadets
The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps
The Cadets are a Drum Corps International World Class drum and bugle corps based in Allentown, Pennsylvania...
arranger Jay Bocook and Cadets
The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps
The Cadets are a Drum Corps International World Class drum and bugle corps based in Allentown, Pennsylvania...
drill designer Jeff Sacktig. The show, entitled "A Celebration of Life: Mind, Body, and Spirit," consisted of music by David Holsinger, reminiscent of the Holsinger shows performed by The Cadets in 1992 and 1993. The hornline reached a full 64 members for the first time in corps history, and the corps finished the season in 14th place.
The 2005 show was "Chiaroscuro: Symphonic Dances in Shades of Darkness and Light," based on "Chiaroscuro," a wind ensemble piece by Robert Sheldon. Chad Pence lest as brass caption head and was replaced by Derek Gipson, another former Cadet. Design problems with the show as well as internal issues within the corps made for a difficult season, and the corps finished in 15th place, having been ranked as low as 18th during the season.
In 2006, the corps performed "Life Rhythms: Work, Rest, and Play," a show similar in concept to its previous two offerings, featuring music by Eric Whitacre and Philip Glass. Gordon Henderson replaced Jeff Sacktig as the corps' drill writer. Nearly the entire percussion staff was replaced, following the resignation of caption head Kevin Murphy at the end of the 2005 season. The new percussion staff, made up mainly by former members of Santa Clara Vanguard, was headed by Brian Stevens. Ralph Hardimon served as a percussion consultant to the corps. 2006 was the first time the corps used amplification. The corps experienced major organizational problems throughout the season and finished in 16th place.
In October 2006, an announcement was made that "the Board of Trustees of the Capital Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps has decided not to field a competitive corps for the 2007 Drum Corps International Summer Tour." Capital Regiment became inactive for the 2007 marching season. Although the organization had hopes of competing in 2008, Capital Regiment remained inactive for the 2008 season. On July 30, 2008, Capital Regiment announced that they were going to be active for the 2009 seasons and starting to accept membership applications, while announcing they would compete in Open Class.
In 2009 the corps returned to DCI competition.
In their return season, the corps finished 5th overall and 3rd in percussion and brass in Open Class Finals in Indianapolis, Ind. They also received their highest score ever achieved with a 89.95.
In 2009 The corp once again had to make the sad decision to become "inactive" once again.
Scores
| Year | Division/Class | Score |
| 1999 | Division 3 (Open Class) | 82.200 |
| 2000 | Division 3 (Open Class) | 83.850 |
| 2001 | Division 2 (Open Class) | 73.450 |
| 2002 | Division 1 (World Class) | 77.350 |
| 2003 | Division 1 (World Class) | 80.150 |
| 2004 | Division 1 (World Class) | 83.250 |
| 2005 | Division 1 (World Class) | 81.400 |
| 2006 | Division 1 (World Class) | 80.825 |
| 2009 | Open Class | 89.950 |
Uniforms
From 1999 to 2002, Capital Regiment's uniform featured a royal blue jacket with white epaulettes and collar, three horizontal white stripes with silver buttons over the left breast, white gauntlets with black trim and silver buttons, white gloves, and grey pants. The headwear was a solid white shako with a silver chain chin strap and 12 inch solid white plume.In 2003, the corps moved to black pants. For the 2004 season, the corps wore solid royal blue gauntlets that matched the uniform jackets, though the corps performed one pre-season standstill show with the old white gauntlets.
In 2006, the corps purchased new uniforms, with the uniform jackets "split" down the middle by a strip of black sequins, with one half of the jacket royal blue and the other white. The corps also had one black and one white glove and one blue and one white gauntlet. The pants, shakos, plumes and backs of the uniform jackets were black.
All the corps' uniforms were part of Fred J. Miller's Cesario Collection.
In 2009, the corps has the same uniforms as 2006, with some being purchased new.
Traditions
Buddha has been a tradition in the Capital Regiment hornline since 2001. In 2001 and 2002 the Soprano tech, Tony Reed, would offer each member a rub of a small Buddha statue he carried with him for luck. In 2003 each section of the hornline purchased their own Buddha statue to place in front of their section during warmup. In following years the hornline members could be seen wearing Buddhas on chains around their necks in warmups. Buddhas are given to members toward the end of Pre-Tour camp. The white beads on the Buddha signify how many years a member has marched with the corps. In the summer of 2004 visual instructor Phil Madden brought a wooden Buddha to the warm-up for the Salem, VA show. This Buddha had been won as a trophy by the Seattle Cascades many years before. Since the Cascades were the corps' main rivals that season, the Buddha was used as a good luck charm, with members rubbing its belly before leaving the warm-up site.In 2004, the corps performed "A Celebration of Life: Mind, Body, and Spirit," whose opening piece, "Ballet Exaltaire," quotes the Doxology hymn melody. As a result, the Doxology theme was incorporated into a corps song that was sung prior to shows and is still sung today.
Random Facts
On July 12, 2001 the corps was practicing at Huskie Stadium at Northern Illinois University. The coach of the NIU football team ordered the football players to run through the corps, which ended up injuring two corps members.In the summer of 2003, the corps was the last corps to perform at the Normal Il show, before a tornado warning cleared the stadium for safety reasons. The corps performed even though the storm had completely engulfed the stadium by the time they were finished with the show.
In 2005, the color guard bus was hit by the equipment truck of Capital Sound while driving out of the parking lot from the Madison, WI show.
Capital Regiment used Dynasty G bugles and Yamaha percussion equipment until the 2003 season. For 2004, the corps purchased a new set of B-flat brass from Dynasty as well as a full Dynasty pit and battery.