The Boston Crusaders, formed in 1940, is one of the oldest and most storied drum corps in the nation. The corps, composed entirely of brass players, percussionists and color guard members under the age of 22, travels over 10,000 miles each summer, performing in more than 40 competitions and exhibitions before a combined audience of over 300,000 fans.
In the fourth installment of our summer “Where are they now” series we interview past member Joe Costa....read more
July 19, 2010
Where Are They Now? Episode 7
In the fourth installment of our summer “Where are they now” series we interview past member, admin, and staff member Jake Ryan...read more
July 16, 2010
Flashback Friday - Capitol Crusaders
Continuing our Flashback Friday series, below is one of the most talked about images in Crusader history....read more
July 15, 2010
Old School Challenge
The Boston Crusaders and the Madison Scouts are pleased to announce “The Old School Challenge", a two-week fundraising blitz that p...read more
July 13, 2010
Thank you!
Congratulations - WE did it!
The cornerstone of the success and perseverance of our 70 year history is rooted in the dedication and...read more
July 12, 2010
Where Are They Now? Episode 5
In the fourth installment of our summer “Where are they now” series we interview past member and drum major...read more
July 9, 2010
Flashback Friday - MPB Crusaders
Our flashback photo this Friday is from Walter D'Agostino, a former Most Precious Blood Crusader....read more
July 5, 2010
Where Are They Now? Episode 4
In the fourth installment of our summer “Where are they now” series we interview past member, drum major, staff member, and...read more
July 2, 2010
Flashback Friday - 1964
Beginning our summer series of flashbacks is a score sheet from the local circuit in 1964. ...read more
July 1, 2010
Crusaders Welcome Perrier to Team
Beginning immediately, Rich Perrier, former tenor player and drum major of the Boston Crusaders, will serve as...read more
June 28, 2010
Where Are They Now? Episode 3
In the third installment of our summer “Where are they now” series we interview past member Colin Bell.
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June 21, 2010
Where Are They Now? Episode 2
In the second installment of our summer “Where are they now” series we interview past member, and current volunteer Kristen Wilson.
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June 7, 2010
2010 Crusader Hall of Fame
Announcing the 2010 Boston Crusaders Hall of Fame Inductees! ...read more
June 7, 2010
Boston Crusaders Celebrate 70 years
Announcing the Crusaders' 70th Anniversary Celebration ...read more
May 1, 2010
Together in the Chase!
It is our belief that the key to the longevity of our activity is to work together when possible, and that our true strength lies in the power of t...read more
April 27, 2010
April Camp Update
Once WGI wraps up both guard and percussion championships, we know summer is just around the corner. On April 23...read more
April 15, 2010
Around the Crusader World - April 15
Crusaders featured in this article: Dr. Omar Carmenates - Percussion Caption Head...read more
March 4, 2010
2010 MA Drum Corps Hall of Fame
Congratulations to the 2010 inductees to the Massachusetts Drum Corps and Music Educators Hall of Fame, many of whom have a history with the Crusaders...read more
February 24, 2010
February Report
The Crusaders recently completed their February camp at Lakewood Ranch High School....read more
January 25, 2010
News from DCI Winter Meetings
Saturday evening, January 23, the voting membership of Drum Corps International gathered...read more
January 19, 2010
January Update
Friday January 15 saw the return of warm weather to Florida just in time for the Crusaders to roll into town....read more
January 7, 2010
Crusader All-Americans
On Saturday, January 9, four Crusaders return to the Alamodome in San Antonio, TX for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl Game. The U.S. Army All-Americ...read more
December 21, 2009
Dec Camp Wrap
The month of December is almost over, and with it, the corps 2010 audition process. Over 200 people returned to Lakewood Ranch this past weekend for...read more
December 18, 2009
Weather?
Due to the extreme weather conditions across the eastern US, some of our attendees may be experiencing transportation difficulties. If your flight i...read more
December 15, 2009
Percussion Milestone
Percussion Caption Head and Arranger Omar Carmenates has just earned his Doctor of Music degree from Florida State University. ...read more
December 2, 2009
Audition Wrap Up
Round One of the Crusaders' audition process is complete and staff, members and administration are already preparing for Round Two on Dec 18-20. ...read more
While we try to proactively ask and answer any potential questions here on the website, we invariably get a number of the same questions over and over...read more
November 6, 2009
2010 Starts Now!
On Sunday, November 8, the 2010 season officially begins for the Boston Crusaders. Candidates will descend on the traditional Boston audition locati...read more
September 10, 2009
Crusaders Welcomed at Lakewood Ranch
The Boston Crusaders Drum & Bugle Corps, in conjunction with the Lakewood Ranch High School Band Boosters Association and the Lakewood Ranch High Scho...read more
August 19, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 9
In the ninth installment of our summer “Where are they now” series we interview past member and staff member Bob Bedard.
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August 12, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 8
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
August 5, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 7
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
August 4, 2009
Championship Week Overview
The corps is comfortably settled in at John Marshall HS in Indianapolis.
Address: 10101 East 38th Street Indianapolis, IN 4623...read more
July 29, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 6
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
July 22, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 5
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
July 15, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 4
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
July 13, 2009
Member of the Week - July 13
For summer 2009, each Monday we will feature a different member of our drum corps. It's a chance for our fans to get a glimpse behind the mystique o...read more
July 8, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 3
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
July 6, 2009
Crusaders Featured on Field Pass
For the week of July 6, Dan Potter's Field Pass featured a look at "The Core of Temptation" read more
July 5, 2009
Member of the Week - July 6
For summer 2009, each Monday we will feature a different member of our drum corps. It's a chance for our fans to get a glimpse behind the mystique o...read more
July 1, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 2
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
June 29, 2009
Member of the Week - June 29
For summer 2009, each Monday we will feature a different member of our drum corps. It's a chance for our fans to get a glimpse behind the mystique o...read more
June 24, 2009
Where Are They Now? Episode 1
Each week this summer, we will feature a former member or instructor in our "Where are they now?" series. ...read more
June 22, 2009
Member of the Week - June 22
For summer 2009, each Monday we will feature a different member of our drum corps. It's a chance for our fans to get a glimpse behind the mystique o...read more
June 19, 2009
New Website!
Welcome to the new home of the Boston Crusaders on the web! Here you will find...read more
June 18, 2009
Crusaders Twitter
You may have seen the Twitter window in the lower left hand corner of our homepage. For summer 2009, in addition to updates from Executive Director...read more
June 18, 2009
Giant Steps 2009
Our annual publication is now available online for you to peruse....read more
June 15, 2009
Member of the Week - June 15
For summer 2009, each Monday we will feature a different member of our drum corps. It's a chance for our fans to get a glimpse behind the mystique o...read more
June 14, 2009
Spring Fling Recap
The 2009 Spring Fling was a huge success, thanks to all those who came to Post 440 in Newton to support the Crusaders. A good time was had by all, a...read more
