http://www.bluestars.org/ Current news about the Blue Stars Drum and Bugle Corps from La Crosse, WI en-us Mon, 05 May 2008 22:33:24 CDT webmaster@bluestars.org 60 Mon, 05 May 2008 22:33:15 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/ Our online fundraising store has over 650 of the most popular magazine titles at up to 85% off newsstands prices. Purchase or renew your favorite magazine subscriptions and 40% of your purchase will go directly to the Blue Stars! Thu, 01 May 2008 11:21:31 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/story.php?story_id=482 The Blue Stars will be holding their 2008 spring training at the Indiana FFA Center in Trafalgar, Indiana. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:43:05 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/story.php?story_id=481 Up to date schedule for camp May 2-4. Please print it and bring it with you. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:39:43 CDT Nancy Brown, 2008 Tour Director http://www.bluestars.org/ If time is not something you can give, can you help the Blue Stars by providing one or more items on this list? As summer draws near, this list will grow and change so please check back. Tue, 08 Apr 2008 11:52:24 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/story.php?story_id=474 It is not too late to join the Blue Stars. Guard auditions will be held May 2-4 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, IN. We welcome back those who have participated in winter guards all over the country, those that have new interest in audition for the Blue Stars, and those potential members who would like to come and experience how a DCI World Class Drum Corps rehearses. Read more here. Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:03:08 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/ The Blue Stars announce the start of their 2008 Kickoff Campaign. You can be among the first fans to get 'Le Tour' merchandise, while providing some important financial support for the Blue Stars 2008 tour. The Blue Stars are a non-profit corporation and depend on contributions from the general public and Blue Stars alumni. All donations are deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Sat, 05 Jan 2008 19:49:56 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/story.php?story_id=456 We look forward to our next audition/camp weekend May 2-4, 2008 at the Indiana State Fairground 4-H center in Indianapolis, IN. We welcome back to this camp the color guard, brass, percussion and WELCOME ANY NEW PERSON that would like to experience the Blue Stars. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:49:31 CDT Brad Furlano http://www.bluestars.org/ The 2007 Tour DVD is now available in the online store. DVD contents: A Full 2007 Semi-Finals Performance from the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA 5.1 Surround Sound Studio Recording iPod Video versions of Blue Stars Semi-Finals Performance and Tour Video iPod Audio version of 2007 production Complete interviews Sat, 12 Apr 2008 15:26:53 CDT Eric Sabach, Corps Director/Director of Youth Programs http://www.bluestars.org/story.php?story_id=476 The Blue Stars are pleased to announce that they have entered into a 3-year agreement with Vic Firth to be the sole supplier of all percussion sticks and mallets. For over 40 years, Vic Firth has been a leader in design, innovation and technology. They have pioneered new concepts and methods to constantly improve upon the manufacturing process, resulting in the world's best drumsticks and mallets. Tue, 08 Apr 2008 11:33:06 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/story.php?story_id=473 Blue Stars to rehearse at the former Star of Indiana corps hall. Read more here. Fri, 21 Mar 2008 08:54:33 CDT Brad Furlano http://www.bluestars.org/ Some new merchandise has been added to the online store. More will be added as the 2008 items become available. Mon, 03 Mar 2008 19:45:09 CDT Eric Sabach http://www.bluestars.org/story.php?story_id=468 The Blue Stars Drum & Bugle Corps is proud to present their 2008 program entitled: "Le Tour: Every Second Counts." Thu, 19 Jan 2006 10:32:11 CDT Brad Furlano http://www.bluestars.org/ Adams percussion, King Ulitimate Marching Brass, and other items are now for sale. Don't miss your opportunity to purchase some excellent equipment at a great price.