MUCHACHOS NEWS
THANKS FOR A GREAT YEAR
I'd like to thank everyone who contributed to making the 50th anniversary season of the Muchachos a very memorable one. We achieved a new level of performance that no one expected from us and our efforts were rewarded by the enthusiasm the crowds displayed at every turn. The following excerpt from a posting in our guestbook says it all.
"I'm with the Kingston, NY, March of Champions Committee. I wanted to say thanks for a great performance Saturday night! I look forward to seeing The Muchachos in Kingston in 2011!" Bill Rubel.
Special thanks obviously go to our marching members, instructional staff, and support staff who consistently give their best, day in and day out, to make the Muchachos bigger and better every year.
Our gratitude also goes to the volunteers who help us put on our home show, and to the advertisers and boosters who help out by supporting our program book.
We are also indebted to Mr. Arthur Sullivan and Brady-Sullivan Properties for providing a home for the Corps. It has made a significant improvement in our operations which was sorely needed.
Next year will certainly be exciting as we try to start off our next 50 years on the right foot (pun intended).
We are working on getting more resources as we continue to grow and expand our program. We will be having a kick-off organizational meeting at the end of our rehearsal on Sept. 19th with a follow up organizational meeting the following week. All who are interested are welcome to attend in helping us meet our goals for next year (2011) and the next 50 years. Please stay tuned to our website for more info.
Al Gagne
Corps Director
Added: August 18, 2010
WINNER OF THE RED SOX RAFFLE
The drawing for the winner of two tickets to the August 2nd game between the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians was held during Sunday's Fiesta de Musica drum corps show, and the winner is:
Mark Sullivan of Turners Falls, MA
Congratulations, Mark, and a big thank you to all for supporting the Muchachos!
Added: July 21, 2010
RESULTS OF SUNDAY'S COMPETITION
Fiesta de Musica III - July 2009
The following corps competed at Sunday's Fiesta de Musica show. Here are their scores (out of 100) and placements:
- 1st - Spartans - Nashua, NH - 78.30
- 2nd - 7th Regiment - New London, CT - 77.00
- 3rd - Les Stentors - Sherbrooke, QU - 66.15
- 4th - Platinum - Raleigh, NC - 60.85
- 5th - Blue Saints - Sudbury, ON - 51.85
Thank you to all participating corps for making Fiesta de Musica an entertaining success!
Added: July 21, 2010
4TH ANNUAL FIESTA DE MUSICA
Fiesta de Musica, the Muchachos home show, will take place Sunday, July 18, 2010 at Memorial High School's Clem Lemire Sports Complex in Manchester, New Hampshire. The DCI Open Class show steps off at 5:30 PM.
Tickets will be available at the gate.
Performing corps: (Links open in a new window.)
- Les Stentors - Sherbrooke, QU
- Blue Saints - Sudbury, ON
- Spartans - Nashua, NH
- Platinum - Raleigh, NC
- 7th Regiment - New London, CT
- Mass Brass (in exhibition) - South Boston, MA
- Crusaders Senior (in exhibition) - Boston, MA
- The Muchachos (in exhibition) - Manchester, NH
Admission is $12.00 for adults and $10.00 for Senior Citizens and children under 12.
Updated: July 17, 2010
MUCHACHOS SPONSOR RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE JUNE 30TH
With the start of another busy summer season directly ahead and blood supplies across the region extremely low, the Muchachos are asking their members, families, friends and fans of the corps to get in the community spirit and join them on Wednesday, June 30th from 11am to 6pm at the Red Cross Donation Center at 425 Reservoir Ave. in Manchester on Muchachos Day and donate a pint to support the needs of their local chapter. The center is particularly in need of O negative type blood
Every donor who participates on June 30th will receive a $5 gift coin to T Bones or Cactus Jack's restaurant, plus a coupon good for $10 off the admission price for a cruise on board the Mount Washington on Lake Winnipesaukee. In addition all donors that day will be entered into several drawings with each winner receiving a pair of tickets to the corps' Fiesta de Musica drum & bugle corps competition on Sunday, July 18 in Manchester. So everyone benefits by YOUR participation in the Muchachos annual blood donation drive in support of the American Red Cross.
We hope to see YOU there!
Added: June 28, 2010
SPARTANS' MUSIC FESTIVAL SATURDAY, JUNE 26TH
The Muchachos will perform their show, "Pictures of Spain," on Saturday, June 26th at the Spartans Drum and Bugle Corps' Summer Music Festival 2010 at Stellos Stadium in Nashua, NH.
A five-time winner of the DCI Open Class gold medal, the Nashua, NH Spartans are hosting a day of activities, including a drum circle and colorguard clinic and performances by the Muchachos, Mass Brass, and the Spartans. See the Spartans website for details.
Added: June 22, 2010
MUCHACHOS UNVEIL 50TH ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRT DESIGN
50th Anniversary T-Shirt Design
As the Muchachos prepare to celebrate our 50th anniversary with an amazing show that embraces the past, present, and future, we are also proud to present our NEW tee shirt design for our Golden Anniversary.
This amazing design was created by Corwin Bermudez. The design captures our desire to honor our past achievements and history that continues to make the Corps strong, as well as representing our dedication, aspirations, and the unity that will guarantee our continued success during 2010 and beyond.
Help us celebrate this wonderful year for the Corps and own a piece of history! These 50th Anniversary tee shirts are on sale now for $18.00 on this website and at other select locations.
Added: June 19, 2010
LOOKING TO FILL REMAINING SPOTS
Section of the horn line warming up
before the show in Kingston, NY.
August 8, 2009
It's not too late! The Muchachos of Manchester, NH, an all-age exhibition drum and bugle corps, still has positions available for the 2010 season.
Hornline:- 2 Sopranos (1 Lead)
- 1 Mellophone
- 2 Low Brass (1 can be a Contrabass)
- 1 Bass Drum
- 1 Multi-Tenor (must be experienced)
- 1 Front-Ensemble
- 2 Experienced members
- Always looking for more...
- Visual/Drill
- Color Guard
Our members are all ages, 14 and up, and from different performance backgrounds, including DCI Open and World Class corps. Please contact us for more information. Check out our schedule of performances and rehearsals. Come join us, make new friends and have fun this summer. Don't miss out on your chance to be a part of the Muchachos 50th Anniversary season!
Added: June 2, 2010
GOODSEARCH: A FREE AND EASY WAY TO DONATE
The Muchachos GoodSearch toolbar is free to download and allows you to raise money for the Muchachos every time you search or shop online! Once added to IE or Firefox, each time you shop at more than 1,300 stores (from Amazon to Zazzle!) a percentage of your purchase—up to 30%—will automatically be donated to the Muchachos at no cost to you. You may even save money as the toolbar provides coupons and deals as well!. The toolbar also has a search box and each time you search the Internet, about a penny is donated to the Muchachos.
If you prefer not to download the toolbar, you can still help the corps by searching and shopping using the GoodSearch website. GoodSearch will donate one penny for each qualified search, and by using GoodShop, up to 30% of every purchase will go to the Muchachos.
Help support the Muchachos by using GoodSearch today. Thanks!
Added: May 25, 2010
JOIN US IN 2010
Added: March 22, 2010
FIESTA DE MUSICA III - A SHOW TO REMEMBER!
Added: July 30, 2009
HELP KEEP THE MUCHACHOS GOING
Keeping our Drum and Bugle Corps alive and well is a big job. We are thankful for all the time and energy that people put in, both on the field and behind the scenes. We could use your help as well! Click a link below if you would like to make a tax deductible* donation. We can accept Visa, M/C, AMEX or Paypal, and of course you can always drop off a check!
Thank you!
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*The Muchachos Inc is an IRS registered 501(c)(3) corp.
CHECK OUT OUR NEW UNIFORMS!
After many years, many bus trips and many many miles of marching, the Muchachos now have new uniforms!
Early 2009, a uniform committee was created. This committee consisted of Muchachos members representing all aspects of the corps, from the Staff, the Horn Line, the Percussion Line, and the Color Guard. These folks represented both the Alumni and the new members as they solicited ideas and preferences from anyone who wanted to voice their opinion. [Read more about our new uniforms.]
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Would you like to own a part of Muchachos history? Now is your chance (and could we ever use your help). [Read more about how you can help.]
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