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Did Brian Callahan also teach the Cadets? He was an instructor with the Cavaliers in the 1970s/ 80s.
Brian Callahan the drum instructor?
To Rich Cesani: let's get in touch again. The last time we had a jam session together was in the mid to late 90's at Klein HS/Houston with Brian Callahan at the Bayou City Blues rehersal. What a hoot!! I can be reached at billridings2@aol.com
Dad was a big fan of Drum Corps. If you could wear your colors & come out and pay your respects it would be greatfully appreciated. Clavin Funeral Home...Verrazano to 92nd st... straight to 86th... 4 traffic lights to 4th Ave... right on 4th to 78th st. R train to 77th street station. 7722 4th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11209 718-745-1445 Wednesday & Thursday 2-5 / 7-9 pm Mass Our Lady Of Angels Friday @ 10:30 7320 4th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11209 Red to rep BU playing Amazing Grace. Toppers : Lords Prayer Salvation Army Carlton to sing. Dad was a Korean War Vet Army : 6 Purple Hearts. He would have never mentioned that but I am so proud of him. Thanks Tom & Steve Breen, GC 78
The Cadets have at least three of our number in the New Orleans area: Moe Latour, Manny Colomb, and Chris Castille. There may be others as well that I'm not aware of. If any of you are aware of their situations, please notify us so that we can share the news with the rest of the Cadet community. To Moe, Manny, and Chris, and whomever else we have in that area, whatever your needs might be, just let us know and we'll go to work to see that they're met. My email address is shaw.d.g@att.net
The Cadets Alumni Corp is currently rehearsing at the Garfield VFW on Outwater Lane. Our next rehearsal will be on Thursday Sep.4 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. We are working on some great standards like Stars & Stripes, American Salute and King of Kings / French National. Our next tune will be the 1960's vintage Besame Mucho, but updated with some nice harmonies and super chord structures. We plan on performing at the the Cadet's 75th anniversary celebration in 2009. So come on gang let's make an effort to support our Alumni Corp and have a little fun playing some cool music. For any of you who haven't played in a while we have plenty of people in every section who can help you get your chops back. Thanks to all of you who are already participating. Our future rehearsal dates are 9/4, 9/18, 10/2, 10/16 and 10/30. Should you have any questions please feel free to E mail me at gefreki@aol.com. We look forward to seeing you all. FHNSAB.
REMINDER: FLY THE FLAG ON SEPT.11 Regardless of your political leanings or your feelings about the war in Iraq, remember to FLY THE FLAG on Sept. 11 to honor and remember the innocent victims of this horrible terror attack.
Tom Costa, Jr. recently posted a search for Tony Vaccaro. Can he please send his e-mail address to: shaw.d.g.@att.net and it will be passed along.
Chris: I am honored by your words. We lost Steve Brubaker in January 1992 to a fast-growing GBM brain tumor. I have wanted to connect 38 Lemon with the Cavies for a long time. We share that need to be concerned with brain cancer -- to at least be aware of this risk. (See http://www.38lemon.com/mriday.php to get an idea, especially the video.) My best to you, and thanks for so many years of your team's great work. ~ David
I'm am looking for Tony Vaaaaro who was with Our Lady of Loretto My Dad taught their a very long time ago.
Best wishes to Cadet Welch for recovery and long life from the Norwood Park Imperials alumni. It has been inspiring to hear of his steadfast determination to beat this illness. We stand with him and offer constant prayers on his behalf.
Dave...please feel free to post this for your folks.... I have been privileged to be on Dave Shaw's mailing list for the past year and have followed his messages about David Welch's illness. We just received word yesterday that another 1950's era Cavalier FMM passed away, this from a brain tumor as well. That is an unfortunate reality of our fraternities, that we will lose more and more of our number as time marches on for we "baby boomers" (no, that's a generation nickname, not a group of young bass drummers). However, when an illness like this strikes out at someone as young as David and we see the spirit in his battle to return to health, it gives us all a pause to think about the way our activity has touched our lives and appreciation for all of those we have shared the field with, from whatever year or generation or uniform. On behalf of the Cavalier Alumni Association we wish David a speedy recovery and extend a hand of encouragement to keep on fighting. Chris Hartowicz splooie@aol.com
Since the corps is going back to the original name, I vote that they go back to the original version of "O Holy Name" . . . EDITOR'S NOTE: I'm sure we're going to hear O Holy Name sung a lot of times in a lot of different ways during the next 12 months. I'm just glad our corps is still here, and we're still singing it. 75 years and going strong.
To Phil Kowalski........Amen FHNSAB
To Ken Shedosky- Ken just to let you know that I appreciate the return of the fanfare from 1957 to our homepage with its volume will once again impress new visitors to our website with the glory of The Holy Name Cadets.
ANNIVERSARY CORPS Well, this is clearly the new "thing to do"! AND, it is great to see them. 27th Lancers did it a few years ago, then the Royal Airs. Madison, now the Cavaliers. All have been great. Now, it appears to be the Cadets turn! We can hardly wait!
Speaking of alumni corps practices; if any of you are interested, the alumni corps meets at 7 PM sharp twice a month, (every other Thursday) at the VFW Hall on Outwater Lane in Garfield. Our next practice is Thursday, August 21. See my letter on the Alumni Corp link for further details. Joseph Triola # 61 Garfield Cadets 62-66 FHNSAB
Mike Davis: i am doing well. Married, 2 daughters, get to a show about once every 5 years. Follow the corps via internet and Greg Cinzio. Starting to go to the alumni corps practices. Saw Randy Dalrymple at one. Remember him? Take Care.
I may not like the Cadets 2008 program, but I love and respect the Cadets. :) Best wishes to all Cadets and alums for a great time in Bloomington! Enjoy the times, the friendships and the fun! FHNSAB
Hey Lou...I marched 70-72. Wish I could have stayed a couple of more years, but I had to work summers for college. I am doing well. Get to a show at least once a year...working with the HS band in my town as the music arranger, both winds and percussion, though my 'day job' is in the IT field as a project manager. How are you? ...Mike
I remember singing 'O Holy Name' to the tune of Oh Tannembaum when I was in the corps in the 60s. Does anyone remember the lyrics? I would love to have a copy Once a Cadet always a Cadet. rcesani@comcast.net EDITOR'S NOTE: O Holy Name is still the corps' hymn. It's sung at every function of the Cadets and the alumni. And yes, you bet you're remembered. Check out the photo page. You're in one of the Rogues Galleries. Hope we'll get to see you again soon at one of our alumni gatherings. I'll email you the words to O Holy Name right away. FHNSAB...
Bloomington-Indianapolis: The Cadets' traditional finals-day breakfast will be at their housing site which is a large travel distance from either Bloomington or Indianapolis. It will probably be necessary to coordinate people needing rides and people with room in their cars. I will be staying at the Quality Inn in Bloomington, 1100 West Rappel Drive, 812 323 8846. If anyone would like to pool resources to rent a car for that day, or if they have room in their car for an extra passenger from Bloomington, please contact me. I will attempt to assist others as well if I have internet access in Bloomington. For people staying in Indianapolis, most Cadet Alumni will be at The Westin, so perhaps someone there can volunteer to match people needing rides with people with cars. Anyone who has ever attended one of these breakfasts know how inspirational they are, and how much the marching cadets appreciate the attendance of alumni, parents, and friends. It's a special kind of event with special meaning. Please try to attend.
To Mike Davis: Maybe it is my memory that is failing. After all I am older than you you young whippersnapper. But I think what I should be asking is "Hey Mike, How the heck are you. It has been a long time, since either 1972 or 1975" Can't remember when your last year was. Hope you are well. Take Care.
I did not remember it being taken out (getting old!). I have the World Open DVD of the show, and it is there, of course. The audio CD I purchased at a USSBA band show my band was at also uses the WO show, so that is no help. :-) Might have been for a penalty reason...I have to watch the WO DVD to see just how close the horn line actually was to the end line just prior to the spin. Jim...I am trying to LOSE some of the pounds that I put on since....down 90 the last 12 months...want to lose another 60 over the next 12. It ain't easy at my age! :-) Mike
For those who would like to send messages of support to The Cadets: hopkins@yea.org
I saw the Corps in Warrenton ..nearly a month after seeing them in Chesapeake. The Show has been edited and improved. It clearly takes great playing and marching skill to do it and they're working very, very hard every day to achieve perfection, knowing that's what it will take to win. Parts of the drill are breathtaking! Spirits are high. Holy Name never quit. Garfield never quit. The Corps was always dangerous in the last two weeks. In my interviews for an ABC Radio story I learned that Alumni support matters to them ..a lot. Why not e-mail George Hopkins and let them know there are literally thousands of Cadets marching with them to Indianapolis.
Hey Joe S. Good to see you on the posts...man has it been that long? Also Mike D. what do ya mean 100lb?,,,,,lol :-) I think I caught up by a few. Good to hear from ya.
Mike Davis..1971..Yes we turned and charged back to the stands during the reprise of Yankee Doodle but it was taken out for VFW's. Whether it was a rule thing or most likely the instructors wanted to be sure there was no chance of someone touching the finish line and coming back on the field (can anyone say penality?) I do not know. I do know I LIKED the turn around and wished we did it at Nationals. Always thought it helped make the ending. EDITOR'S NOTE: Lew, if you wish to remain on our mailing list for interim news updates you should clear us on your email block. We purge people with blocks from our list unless they remove the block at their end.
Jim...you and I had about a 100 pound difference in weight...no one could mix US up. :-)
Regarding the reentry...We did a sort-of one in 71...the horn line did a quick turn in the block as Profiles in Courage ended, reprising the jazz part of the Yankee Doodle opener (the bari lead)...spinning again to exit the field when the sops came back in. In 72, I think the actual reentry music was the Mahler's 5th theme we had already used when moving the Peace Sign...we had started the reprise of Sinifonians and then did the quick segue to the Mahler.
George Hopkins has just announced that The Cadets will perform under the name of "Holy Name Cadets" for 2009. Wow! What a year it will be, it will be thrilling to see Holy Name again! I have always thought that George Hopkins is the BEST, and the decision to march the corp under the Holy Name banner just re-affirms my belief in George and all that he has done for The Cadets over the years.
RE: Ed Mura and Art Mura Wasn't Art the drum instructor back in the 60s?? I was in another local corps, the Dumont Police Cadets, and I believe he was also the instructor there. EDITOR'S NOTE: Art was indeed a percussion instructor for a number of corps. He accesses this site fairly regularly, so I will leave it to Art to respond himself.
I have some photos of the Holy Name Cadets from the 1930s. I can send email if you give me an address. I was joining the Garfield Cadets in 1965 when I got my draft notice. By the time I got out of the service I was too old. My dad was the Commander of the Legion post in Ridgefield and used to hire the Holy Name Cadets for parades in the 30s and 40s.
To Don Kolenda: I was one of the many Cadets who helped house the Cavaliers that year (1972?). I housed 2 sopranos, Tom Lotter and unfortunately I forget the others name. Time does take its toll. But I remember their consideration and courtesy while staying at our home in Garfield. I have a photo of the 2 of them with our Guard Captain, Denise Kolbutz and when I chance upon it I remember them fondly. Take Care.
Why do we do this activity? The friendship and lessons of respect are so eloquently captured in link and well-wishes from our friends, The Cadets. The feelings are mutual I can assure you! Thank you. (it was '70 or 71' and we were "guests" of Garfield members in their homes -- a truly fun time no matter what we were throwing down on the field; such cool memories and even better running into a few of those folks over the years, and STILL friendly acquaintances.)
Great Read Dave.......Couldn't top many of those stories.....the years I marched 65-67..... I was in awe of all the top contenders and the three Corps you wrote of, The Cavies, The Scouts and the Troopers actually helped the eastern Corps get over their local predjudices especially as we matured and changed as the years went by.. What amazed me was when I was a young member of a corps as historical as the Cadets, I couldn't imagine being a member of any other outfit. When I joined the Marine Drum & Bugle Corps - there I was marching in the same line with A former Cavie, a RoyalAir, Blue Rock and a Trooper. We also had folks from every drum corps across the country. I guess I grew up and found that all these people had a legend to uphold from their respective musical groups and they certainly did not embarass their home corps of record. It was a pleasure marching with all these giants and many of them went on to teach and help their former Corps.. I am still in awe of these greats but also found a common thread of most folks who have been in one corps or another. They have succeeded by working hard at what they love to do. It certainly is nice to see that these Legends in Drum Corps have survived and are happily celebrating their many years of comradship. I look forward to next year when we celebrate our 75th Anniversary the end of July...I already have it on my calendar. Warmest regards....The Cadets will always be as Holy name shall always be.
Ha! Ed Mura will be happy to hear of his resurrection! :) FHNSAB
Please be advised that Edward Mura's name has been removed from our Rest In Peace Page. His brother Art informed us that Ed is doing just fine and living out in Las Vegas. We apologise for any concern our listing caused to his friends, his family, his fellow Cadets, and to Ed. We posted the incorrect information based on information given to us which we thought came from a reliable source. Apparently we either misunderstood or there was a miscommunication.
Dave: Great article on the Cavaliers, Troopers, Madison Scouts. It brings back a lot of memories from years past. Holy Name Shall Always Be...
Lew your are right .We did the re-entry in 1972 for the first time.It was the Sinfonians. Remember we went off to the far right corner then came back.It was put in sometime after the season started.By the way, hello Jimmy I was the little kid that marched between you and Tommy Betterbed. It was great seeing everyone again! I would also like to thank Dave and some of the other people for getting this rolling.
Hi Lou, Thanks for the hello :-) I really would have loved to be there to see everyone at the get together as well as the show. A big hello also to Lois, Cindi, Patty, Marilyn, Dennis, Margee, Lillian, Ginny, Ted..ok my sister Sandy also....lol..Hope I didnt forget anyone from the pics. I saw cadets this past weekend here in Orlando and loved them. Also a big hello to Dave Shaw and thanks for doing a great job with the site but also making it possible for old friends to re-connect. Thanks Dave.
Patty, drum corps has changed much in the years that we marched...I remember thinking when Bobby Hoffman did the peace sign and everything else, he was a man way ahead of his time....but I also thought that when Santa Clara did the bottle dance, how amazing to create a bottle dance during a drum corp show.....Those men, those creators, were truly ahead of their time....just a thought...
So I went to the reunion and it was wonderful and then to the show. I am of the mind like a few others that the props take away from the show...they were a distraction for me. The narration, not so much... the Cadets are amazing...AMAZING! But I think that big fat prop in the middle of the field borders on the ridiculous. I can accept that drum corps has changed over the years...as well it should...everything has its season, it is good to grow and improve... the new should always out shine the old. The Cadets performance...wonderful...the horn line sounded like perfection to me...so beautiful. Drum Corps has changed so much since I marched and I was pondering when it began to change...who was the first corps to introduce dancing on the filed...who was that corps on the cutting edge...and then it came to me...It was us...we...the cadets. Too funny. If you don't believe me, check out that picture of Tommy Betterbed and Cindi Devivo doing the hoedown in 1970-something.
Regarding a picture in "the Way We Were", did we do Yankee Doodle in 1972? I thought we only did it in 1971. And the reprise was changed drill wise because of VFW national rules (?). I believe in 1972 the reprise was a repeat of The Sinfonians (?)
To Jim VanRomer: hello. We marched together for a few years. The Boy Guard, I believe one would be Rick Marino. Another might Glen Piskerowski (spelling) but not sure. Good to hear from you. Take care.
I played with the Preston Scout House band in 1956. I had a member of the Cadets stay with me by the name of Tommy Sands. Is he still involved with your group? My email is cbellamy@sympatico.ca Thank you and good luck. EDITOR'S NOTE: Cal, Tommy Sands currently marches with the Caballeros Alumni Corps, and we see him at Cadet functions frequently. I will pass along your email address to him. I'm certain he will be very pleased to hear from you.
Hi All,On the photo page titled ( The way we were ) The Cadet in the photo with Steve Tyburczy was Bob Draper ( I cant believe I remember that..lol..) He went on to dance on Broadway in 42nd St. and other shows .The person in the photo with Steve Bodek isnt Mike Davis its Jimmy Van Romer..lol..ME !!!!! EDITOR'S NOTE: Thanks Jim. Now if we can only get the names in that male color guard correct.
Just found this site. I'm sure I'll enjoy it & I was so glad to see our departed friends listed. Greg Handler & I were inseparable! Thanks for having that.
I'm the mother of Cadet alum Phil Perry of Boston and Ed Perry of Houston. I haven't seen The Cadets yet this year and anxiously await Allentown and San Antonio where I'll get my first glimpse of them and the Scouts ( Ed teaches them). Just had to let you know that your news of the Clifton day's events brought back that warm feeling I get when I hear the song. The fellowship of all Cadets is truly a thing to behold!
Wow! The Independence Day weekend Cadet activities sound wonderful! Glad to see the Cadet alums doing well and gaining momentum for the 75th anniversary! :) Our alums who have seen the 2008 Cadets continue to love the corps, but also agree that narration is a distraction. One comment passed on to me about the Cadets: "CADETS - shut up and play - I'm sorry but an NPR show as a Drum & Bugle corps show doesn't work. Narration about breast cancer? The rest of the corps is hot. If they would just stop talking and let the corps play, they would be great.." Just one opinion .. but when the Corps is so great musically, why let ANYTHING detract from it? FHNSAB
Dave, I was unable to attend the Cadets gatherings this past Saturday. Thank you for the detailed summary of the Cadet festivities, it is much appreciated. We have already been making our plans to attend next year's 75th Celebration. FHNSAB
Thank you Dave for your wonderful writeup about the weekend. You made my tears of joy come out!! I love seeing eveyone and being part of the Cadets family. FHNSAB
Congratulations to The Cadets on yet another win at Clifton Stadium on 7/5/08. As always, your precision in marching and drumming and great horn playing showed everyone just how great you are. I sat with a number of alumni and we were all very proud of your performance. Unfortunately, I thought the narration was a distraction from the overall show and the effect of having a "stage" on the field fell short of the mark to be impressive. I noticed that some of the other corps did away with "props" that they used last year such as Carolina Crown with their horse racing items. This year, they had no such items and even incorparated some songs and excerpts that the crowd recognized. I for one would like to see the return of recognizable music from all corps such as the songs The Cadets play during their encore (Danny Boy, Nessun Dorma, and Sing, Sing Sing). I may be old fashion but I know what pleases the crowd and if written properly with some difficult passages, the judges might be pleased as well.
I just attended our 25th anniversary of our first DCI win yesterday. I couldn't have been put together any better!!! The singing of "O, Holy Name" topped off the day perfectly!! I just learned of this site. This is a very classy testament to The Holy Name Cadets. To whoever came up with this site........BRAVO!!! Mark Holub - Percussion Staff, Garfield Cadets 1982, 1983 and 1984
Please be advised that we have a policy against posting messages that do not include your name. We have received two in the past few days lacking that identification. If you do not see the message you sent us posted, that's probably the reason. I am currently sitting on a message regarding the uniform tunic Legion patches that I can't post for that reason. Please add your name (and years marched if applicable) and resend. Thank you for your understanding.
I Have a History / Trivia question for anyone from the 1963 or 1964 years. When I marched in the late 60's and early 70's our right shoulder patch listed the National Championship years. One was 1963. But the corps did not win that year. Does anyone know why it was on the patch? Is there an interesting story or was it just an error in design. EDITOR'S NOTE: Lew, some people viewed a title as running over a year since you were in fact Champions for almost the entire year following the title year. Several times (in both our corps and others); the title year on whatever was printed (or in this case embroidered) was noted as 1962-63. It only happened a couple of times, usually due to the lack of experience of whomever was placing the order for the items.
Editor: In the response mentioning the St. Mary's Star of the Sea Cardinals..Are they the same St. Mary's that ended up with the Holy Name uniforms? EDITOR'S NOTE; Yes. Long story, with no insult or insensitivity intended by them. They had long been good friends of The Cadets, and the way they handled themselves during that very awkward year ensured that our friendship not only continued, but grew even stronger.
Was just wondering if the Cadets were going to be in Maywood, NJ Parade on July 4th along with the Alumni Corps? Thanks for any help! FHNSAB EDITOR'S NOTE: The Cadets are in New England this weekend. On July 4th they will be parading in Bristol (billed as the Nation's biggest July 4th Parade) and I believe in a second parade later in the day as well. They will be competing in Bristol tonight. Yesterday, as has been their tradition for many years, they competed in Beverly...the beautiful home city of our good friends The Cardinals, formerly known as St. Mary's Star of the Sea Cardinals. They have a terrific alumni association, and every year they sponsor a very successful competition in Beverly. Our kids are always treated extremely well by the Cardinals, by the City of Beverly, and by the spectators at the Beverly contest; and our Cadets very much look forward to this New England visit every year.
Hello everyone, Just a short note to remind you that the Holy Name-Garfield Cadets Alumni Corps will be appearing in the Maywood, NJ, 4th of July parade this coming Friday. Statrt time is 9:00 AM. I hope to see you there to to support our effort. FHNSAB...
To Lew Merikas: The DVD video/audio quality is pretty good. The video is B&W , of course. The 71 WO Finals was at night, so the quality is not perfect, but better than I thought it would be given the technology of the day, and not-so-great lighting. The sound is not bad either, though again...not up to more modern standards. It's worth the $15/show to me. The 72 Blue Rock home show, being a day show, is better in quality, and as the Haas family was connected to BR (kids marching there), they got to center the camera! I spoke with Charlie Haas on the phone...he said that he used to sit under the stands with his huge reel-to-reel recorder, and his wife Jackie (just passed away) would man...er.."person" the camera, wires snaking down to the recorder behind the stands where Charlie sat. On the 71 WO recording we started so fast they did not get the first few seconds of the show...maybe 10 or 15 seconds is missing. Hope that helps...Mike
Its great to hear that the corp is having another great year. My name is Charlie Albert and I live in Guelph Ontario Canada. I played with the Preston Scout House in the 60's and the Guelph Royalaires in the 70's. Drum corp is still in my blood to this day ( you'll never get rid of it) as my wife and I love to watch parades and tapes of drum corp shows. All the best to the corp and a great year for every one. Charlie Albert
To Patti Lovas: Good to hear from you. Unfortunately i will not be at the July 5th show. But please give my regards to the group. Have a good time.
I'm looking for two or three photos from the 1967 season to coordinate with a history article we plan on posting on the website. If they happen to be photos taken on July 4th either at one of the parades or at the Union City contest, so much the better. Please contact me at shaw.d.g@att.net if you can help. FHNSAB
Hi John. I was a 4th generation Cadet. My Uncle Tom Adamo, 13 year marching member Holy Name Cadets and Garfield Cadets; when they won the list of the Championships in the earlier years, before the 80's. My cousin Frank Vitrano 60's My brother Jim VanRomer was 8 yrs old, 1963-1973 and I marched 1969-1973. My husband John Kennedy and I will pray for your son and all the other soldiers and servicemen and women. John was a Marine in the Vietnam war 1966-1969. air traffic control special forces. We do understand .. hope to see you at the Mountain Side Inn. I see Patti has been chatting with you. thought I'd say hello.. Holy Name Shall always be.
Looking foward to seeing people on the 5th. It should be a fun filled day. Beth Linkletter McGarril bmcgarril@aol.com
Wow! The Cadets and Cadet alums are having a real blast this summer. Congrats to all who have worked so hard on so many tasks to make this happen. This is a real testament to the true SPIRIT of the Cadets. Best wishes to the 2008 cadets. FHNSAB
Hi John, I did not realize that you were a second generation Cadet., hmm... During every service at the church I attend we pray for our armed forces, for their protection and safe return... it will be a priviledge for me to be able pray for your son by name... by the way, did you know Dan Fogelberg died?
To Lewis, Your welcome. I am good. I will be attending the reunion on the 5th...you? I am not on the yea site...yet. I have a myspace site and a facebook site under my married name Trojanowski, and my email is pattiwho@gmail.com. I have contact with Marilyn, Lillian, Debi, Sandy and Mary Shanley. It would be a hoot if you wanted to join us. No pressure. EDITOR'S NOTE: Patti, if you want to send me email addresses on the rest of the group, I'll put them on our mailing list for interim news updates and announcements of various kinds. shaw.d.g@att.net
My Father is an alumnus (John Louis Schneider - 1940's snare) as am I (1975-1977 bari/contra). My older son, John Louis Schneider, II, is currently at Fort Bliss Texas and will be headed overseas to Baghdad, Iraq in September. Please list him on the Salute section. I encourage all Cadet alumni to pray for ALL of our soldiers, marines and air crew for their safe returns. It is they who have given us the blessings of freedom to allow simple and trivial, yet important to us, activities to continue. Anyone wanting to contact me, I'm listed in Medford Lakes, NJ. Thank you and best regards, John E Schneider (#47). EDITOR’S NOTE: John, all Cadet Alumni extend our prayers and thoughts and gratitude to your son and to you and all your family. Once we receive the photo and information requested in my private message to you, he will be honored on our Salute Page. Stay safe young man, and know that we will be thinking about you, and that we care a very great deal for your well being.
To Patti Lovas: Thanks for the info. How the heck are you? Are you also on the Yea alumni site?
I purchased the 1972 Blue Rock show and the quality is just fine. It is made from a film that is thirty years old but still clear and enjoyable to watch.
To Mike Davis: Thanks for the web-site. It sounds interesting, but can you tell me what you thought of the quality of the recording? The DVD must be made from film that is over 30 years old.
Hi all. I am trying to get in contact with Mr. Shaw. I just got settled in my new condo in PA . I just got my computor set up and I see it is too late to get in on the " all you can eat part before the july 5th. show. My wife and I desparately need to get in contact with Mr. Shaw. If anyone can help us get tickets . He can. My home number is"1-610- 438-4065.
Reading through some of the below is great. For Tom Gallo and Lew Merikas....and anyone else from 71 and 72...www.drumcorpsvideos.com has the 1971 World Open on DVD as well as the 1972 Blue Rock home show. It was taped by Charlie and Jakie Haas, and their daughter Christine now runs the business. Only $15.00 per performance!
I love this site. I used to play with Our Lady Of Lourdes from Paterson ( with the De Old boys. And with the Caballeros(1970-1973), and the Caballeros Alumni(1997-2002). I am still playing the horn. New Jersey had the best corps around in the 50's. Remember Wildwood. Great times!!!!!!! EDITOR'S NOTE: Ron, you forgot to mention that you were/are a truly excellent horn player and a great guy as well. OLOL was lucky to have you as a member. As you noted, we lived in wonderful times.
I was in the Garfield Cadets when we were in Garfield,N.J. Times have changed but our corp pride is still there........1972-74. For Holy Name shall always be...
Member of Our Lady of Lourdes Cadets 1957-1963. Great job. Nice to look back on old time drum corps and also present time drum corps. Have a great year. Looking good at Hawthorne 's Memorial Day Parade. Editor's Note: Thanks Joe. We have many, many greqt memories of OLOL.
Garfield, you still have a great corps; remembering you from yesteryear at the "Dream" contesting 1st place with Blessed Sacrament, St. Vincents, et. al.. As we were competiting with Hawthorne, Skyliners, Archie, and Norman Prince. Keep up the great work! Jim Harkins, Reilly Raiders 1959-1966; a.k.a. "The voice at the 'back of the bus'" Now retired at Sun City Center, Florida; visit my webpage: www.irishmatryoshka.com EDITORS NOTE: We too remember; The great, exciting, creative, innovative Reilly Raiders will never be forgotten, and the Reilly Alumni Corps continues to excite and entertain. The past is what made us what WE are; the present is providing new memories for others after we are long gone. Thank you for your kind message.
Have to agree with Cadet Clayton ... the non-military style of marching is NOT pleasant. The return to the GOLD trim DM uniforms is great! (Maybe the maroon trim could be used elsewhere?) LOVE the HNC Cadet shoulder patch! It is great to maintain the link to the beginnings of the Corps! Best wishes to the Cadets. FHNSAB
Hey you the babe in the DM uniform. Ya wanna fall in love? EDITOR's NOTE: Don't worry Brittany. He's harmless. Now 55 years ago...maybe!
They look spectacular. I'm sure it makes you very proud to see the Holy Name patch on it. Hope to meet you and all the rest of my fellow alumni this summer.
I do too. Nothing like the good old uniforms.
Hello everyone They look great! I just love the orginal uniforms the best (old school)
WOW!!!
WONDERFUL!
I am in total awe Dave. What a smart move bringing back the gold.
I almost cried. Just read that patch. For Holy Name shall always be...
Wish I had been there at the Legion on Memorial Day. Unfortunately I had family commitments. Sounds like it was a very moving day. I heard that when you guys sang "O HolyName" that you got a standing ovation from the kids! Fabulous!
I spoke with Bill Ridings today and the both of us will be having dinner this Sunday in TX. I am being transferred to Austin in the next month. He was my first drum instructor and also my sponsor when I made my confirmation a life time ago. I am really excited to see him again. We spoke on the phone today and were sharing our drum corps experiences. He and I are now practicing for a possible debut with the Alumni Corps. Anyway thanx for all your doing and God Bless you. EDITOR'S NOTE: Good luck in the great state of Texas Tom. Time to start a Cadet Alumni Chapter out there.
OUTSTANDING...and with the Holy Name Cadets Garfield NJ emblem: VENERABLE
Its about time if they decided to go back to gold major uniforms. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing these pictures! Good to see that Holy Name and Garfield are both incorporated into the traditional patch.
Has anyone else noticed the Holy Name patch on the shoulder? , Or am I just seeing it later than everyone else. When I marched we had the Garfield patch on one shoulder and National patch on the other. EDITOR'S NOTE: It's a brand new addition this year Lew to honor our history and heritage. For Holy Name shall always be...
Report on the Caps for Cadets Alumni Initiative: To all my fellow Cadet Alumni donors to this wonderful program; I wish you all could have been present in Hawthorne on Memorial Day to see the way in which your gift was received by the 2008 Cadets. They were obviously touched beyond measure to know that we all care so much; and the "thank you" responses just never stopped coming. It was also due to your overwhelming generosity that we were able to provide pizza and beverages for them after the parade. As said, I wish you all could have been there physically to share in the moment, but I can assure you that your spirit was very much present. So I would like to be the bearer of the message expressed to me by every single 2008 Cadet. "Thank you alumni. We feel so honored." For Holy Name shall always be...
Hi Dave: Thanks for a look at the new drum major uniforms. The female major looks very nice. "New" to me means they returned to the original gold trim instead of using the burgundy color originally worn by the color guard captain and sergeant. I could not tell whether the braid is fake like on recent uniforms, which I thought was awful. Hope it is not. I did notice that when standing at attention their feet are together instead of the traditional military 45 degree angle. We would have been gigged for that. Doesn't look good in my eyes. Whose idea was it to change, and also to lead with the right foot instead of the left when marching? I blew my trumpet (military marches) in Fairfield, CT on Monday. Lots of fun. Regards to all, Gene
Dave, Thanks for the DM pics, they look great!
Dave, outstanding. As always, our DMs look sharp. Bob
Hi Dave, Dee Dee here. I can't be there this weekend, but have spent the past few camps with them preparing and fitting their uniforms. Often times it is the people behind the scenes that don't get to see the ooohs and aaahhhs of the first outings of the season. I'm sure they looked sensational, and well....what else would you expect. I hope to see you during the season, and I do want to tell you that you and the rest of the organizers of the Alumni Association do an awesome job of bringing all Cadets, regardless of age or era together in a wonderful appreciation of each other. If there is ever anything I can do from my sewing/design world to help out, please let me know. EDITOR'S NOTE: Thank you for all you do for The Cadets. What you do for them, you do for all of us. For Holy Name Shall Always Be, Dee
What are the requirements to try out to be a drum major? EDITOR'S NOTE: Terrence, the best thing to do is to contact the Cadets directly for that information. Their website is www.yea.org. There is a section called "Ask George" which is where you post questions to the Director, George Hopkins. There is also a forum where you can ask questions. Good luck.
Can't wait to see a Senior and Aiumni Corps some day for the Cadets. I'm afraid that those great days of patriotic M&M might be lost forever. Moving foward is agood thing, but remembering what got us there should never be lost and foregotten.
CADET ALUMNI NEWS UPDATE, WED., MAY 21, 2008 - ADVISORY: We apologize for the lack of Holy Name website (www.theholynamecadets.org) updates the past few weeks. Both our webmaster and myself have been dealing with various health issues that have forced us to put things on hold temporarily. Hopefully we’ll be able to resume regular updates shortly. |||Christen Juel asked me to remind all alumni who haven’t yet voted for their Cadet Hall of Fame preferences that they should do so immediately. The deadline is this Friday, May 23. You are permitted to vote for seven of the nominees (only one vote per nominee). If to date you have only voted for one or two of the nominees, and you wish to utilize your vote allotment by voting for others; you may do so by emailing or calling Christen Juel, christen@yea.org 610-821-0345 X24. You CANNOT register these add-on votes through the website. The system is not designed for segmented voting. You can, however, do so by contacting Christen. Good luck to all the outstanding nominees.|||This Monday, May 26, Memorial Day, The Cadets will appear in the Hawthorne, NJ Parade (parade kicks off at 1:30 PM). Following the parade the alumni will be distributing the caps generously donated by alumni contributing to the caps-for-cadets alumni initiative. Due to the generosity of those contributing,we will also be providing pizza and beverages for the Cadets at American LegionPost #199 (top floor). ALL Cadet Alumni are invited to join us for this event, and to have the opportunity to meet our 2008 Cadets one on one. We expect that the Cadets will be at the Legion sometime between 3:30 and 4:00 PM. The parade ends right around the corner from the Legion Post, and permitting time for the Cadets to change out of their uniforms, 3:30 – 4:00 PM is about as close an estimate as we can provide. Please access the Legion through the back stairway. Other sections of the Post will be in use by other groups.|||This Sunday, May 25th, will be our first opportunity to view the 2008 Cadets at their “An Evening with the Corps” on- stage presentation at Springfield HighSchool, 49 West Leamy Ave., Springfield, PA (Delaware County), 8 miles from Philadelphia International Airport. The concert includes the Cadets, a big-band ensemble with many current and alumni Cadets participating, and other musical groups. The concert begins at 7:30 PM (tickets $10), with a 5-7 PM reception preceding the concert (tickets $25). Go to www.yea.org to order your tickets, or telephone YEA at 610-821- 0345.||| Thursday, May 29th, the new Cadets Alumni Corps will be rehearsing at the VFW Hall in Garfield, 340 Outwater Lane, beginning at 7 PM. Rehearsals are being held every two weeks. Additional information can be obtained by contacting George King (Gefreki@aol.com) 201-207-7266, or Pat Vazquez (Patrick.vazquez@alpharma.com) 201-317-5805. Instruments will be provided for those that would like to test their perhaps rusty skills.||| Have a wonderful summer Cadets. Enjoy your journey! For Holy Name shall always be…
Next rehearsal of the new 75th Anniversary Alumni Corps will be held at the Garfield VFW Hall on Thursday, May 29th, 7 PM. The VFW Hall is located on Outwater Lane near the intersection of Midland Ave. For additional information contact either George King, (Gefreki@aol.com) 201-207 7266, or Pat Vazquez (patrick.vazquez@alpharma.com) 201-317-5805. Instruments will be available for those wishing to see how rusty they've become. That's 7:00 PM, VFW Hall, Outwater Lane, Garfield, Thursday May 29th. The current plan is to hold rehearsals every 2 weeks. Give it a try. You might remember how much fun it used to be.
Holy Name was great, and because of that made St. Vinnies (Bayonne) as great or even at times greater. It is only when you play "next" to talent when your own talent rises to the challenge of the competition, and the quality to meet or beat your competition. Holy Name supplied that catalitic agent that made all around you as good as we all were. Hail to Holy Name. EDITOR'S NOTE: We in turn thank St. Vinnies, and all the other great corps with whom we have been privileged to share the field of competition over the years. As you remind us George, none of us would ever have reached our potential without the challenge provided by our competitors. Our memories remain strong, and our respect and admiration undiminished. Thank you for reminding us all that rivalry doesn't have to involve a lack of mutual recognition of excellence.
Lew M just received the cd and it sounds great thanx again
ALUMNI CORPS MEETS TONIGHT: Growing interest in formation of a 75th Anniversary Cadet Alumni Corps seems to be taking off, as more and more alumni are expressing an interest in participation. The first official rehearsal will be held at 7:30 this evening, May 15th, at the Garfield VFW Hall, 340 Outwater Lane, Garfield. If you’re curious you’re invited to stop by to see for yourself what is developing. For those interested in taking the plunge, instruments will be available, as well as assistance in redeveloping those skills many of you haven’t called upon in many years. This project is all about having fun with old friends and fellow Cadets of all generations. Come on down and join the party. Additional information can be obtained from George King (Gefreki@aol.com), Greg Cinzio (gjcmedical@aol.com), or Pat Vazquez(Patrick.vazquez@alpharma.com). I’m told you don’t have to be a Cadet Alumnus to be a part of the 75th Anniversary alumni corps.
Hey Phil, I am here. I check the HNC website every day, never thought anyone would be looking for me! :) There are a lot of things happening with the Cadets, but most don't need MY comments. Here is a comment: I have admired the Cadets since the time I started in drum corps.. that was 1958. FHNSAB
Hey, where is David Borck? Is he on vacation now? :) Hello Dave
Tom..Just FYI. Put it in the regular mail Friday.Hope you enjoy.
CADET ALUMNI FAMILY PICNiC, SATURDAY, MAY 17TH, 1-4 PM. WALK-IN s ARE WELCOME! KIDS WELCOME (HEATED POOL WILL BE OPEN). SHARED COST: ADULTS $20 PP, CHILDREN 12 & UNDER NO CHARGE. FOOD, BEER & SODA ARE INCLUDED. YOU ARE WELCOME TO BRING WINE OR SPIRITS IF YOU WOULD LIKE. ALL ALUMNI, FAMILY, FRIENDS, SUPPORTERS, CURRENT MARCHING CADETS, AND STAFF ARE WELCOME. DIRECTIONS: John Hannigan jjhanniga@yahoo.com Here are directions to the lake house. ADDRESS: 8 Point Pleasant Road, Hopatcong, NJ (not Lake Hopatcong, the town is "Hopatcong" - Lake Hopatcong is a different town). DIRECTIONS FROM THE EAST:80 West to Exit 28 - Lake Hopatcong. At bottom of exit ramp, you get onto Landing Road, (Stay left at the fork 100 feet from bottom of exit ramp). Go approx 1 mile to end of road (traffic light), Make LEFT onto Lakeside Blvd. Go 1 block past the 3rd traffic light to Cove Road. Make a RIGHT onto Cove Road. Follow as road winds and then goes up a big hill. At the TOP OF THE HILL, you will see tennis courts on the left, Make a LEFT onto Point Pleasant Road. Follow as road winds down to lake. Cove Road makes a hard left turn approximately 200 feet before m. y house. 8 Point Pleasant Road has a line of pine trees out front. There is a driveway on both sides of the house, (STREET PARKING IS NOT PERMITTED). My neighbor on the right side of the house will allow us to use his driveway also. DIRECTIONS FROM THE WEST: 80 East to Exit 30 - Howard Blvd, Mt Arlington. Make a LEFT at the bottom of the exit ramp onto Howard Blvd. Go 100 yards and get back onto 80 West. 80 West to Exit 28 - Lake Hopatcong. Follow as per above. Call me if you get lost, 201 988- 0243. GET READY FOR A DAY OF FUN AT THE LAKE. SEE YOU THERE! DON’T FORGET THE CADETS’ WINE TASTING FUND RAISER THE FOLLOWING DAY, SUNDAY, MAY 18TH, 4-8 PM. THERE ARE STILL OPENINGS AVAILABLE. GO TO www.yea.org to reserve, or call Caryn Goebel at 610 821 0345 X21. DO A MAROON DOUBLE HEADER AND DOUBLE THE FUN. SEE YOU THERE!!
LEW THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! BY THE WAY IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ANY OLD RECORDINGS THERE IS A WEB SITE CALLED www.preserveourcorpsmemories.com Check it out. I bought quite a few recordings from this site including the 1st show of the 1971 season in Bridgeport in which the crowd went crazy after the peace sign formation.
Tom: The recording appears to have worked. Will send it to you soon. Take care
Cadet alumni corps rehearsals begin! And a NEW chapter in Cadet history is begun! Wow! Best wishes! FHNSAB
This is excellent. Enter your zip code at the site below, and it tells you which gas stations have the lowest (and the highest) prices in your zip code area. It's updated every evening. [http://autos.msn.com/everyday/gasstations.aspx?zip=&src=Netx Be a good Cadet and pass this along
Cadet Alumni Corps rehearsals will begin at the Garfield VFW Hall. The first official rehearsal will take place on Thursday, May 15th, 2008 from 7:00 - 9:00pm. Kindly bring your instruments, if you have them, as we will begin working on Stars & Stripes. Thanks. GEORGE KING
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE FROM ANY 1991 CADET From: John Bland bland.john@oneeyedmonster.tv I am a documentary maker here in London, England. I am currently making a short documentary on a man named Gary Powell who is a drummer in a rock band called Dirty Pretty Things. In the documentary he speaks of being one of your Cadets. Although Gary did not specify a year, I would guess he was with you in the late 70's - early 80's. I write to ask if you might have a photo of Gary that I might include in my film, and if not perhaps an image of the Cadets from that era would be great. I cannot offer you any money as I am making this film for passion, however I will put a link to your site in the contributers section of the site when it launches. Thanks you for reading my mail. Looking forward to your reply. Kind and best regards, John Bland. EDITORS NOTE: John: Gary Powell marched snare with The Cadets in 1991. I believe he lived in Birmingham,GB at that time. I am forwarding your request to our alumni website, www.yea.org. The Cadets’ Alumni Coordinator is Christen Juel, christen@yea.org. Perhaps she might be able to help with your request. I will also post your request on the visitor's page of our website, www.theholynamecadets.org Perhaps someone who accesses our site will have the photo you need. Good luck with your project, and our regards to Gary. Tell him For Holy Name shall always be… he’ll know what that means.
Thanx Lewis. If it is possible to get a copy to me send it to my home address: Tom Gallo, 2409 W Darrel Road, Phoenix AZ 85041. I hope to see you next year at one of the 75th celebrations
I have an issue (personal problem if you like) with any "Hall of Fame." I don't care if it's Holy Name's or "The Cadets of West BumF*#K". In this area, our Drum Corp's success was due to the combined effort of ALL Cadets involved. It doesn't matter what year, or if a National Championship was attained; each year's Corps made an indelible impression on the lives of each Cadet involved. Yes, there were some Cadet's who excelled, some were excellent musicians, some were excellent marchers, some were outstanding leaders, some were just always there when you needed them. And yes, some of them were outstanding pains in the ass, but they ALL were a part of that groups' success. The point I'm trying to make here is that I'm not terribly interested in voting for any of the current people nominated, but what I am interested in is HONORING ALL of the original membership of 1934, because without all of their efforts, NONE of this would be happening today. I don't want to single out any specific individual, because NO INDIVIDUAL was responsible for our collective success. it was our Corp's combined personality and accomplishment that we need to honor. I'm sorry if this seems disjointed and unreadable but I'm just venting a bit and thought I'd pass on my 2 cents. Charlie Sydoryk for Holy Name Shall Always Be..............
Tom: Of course I remember you and those others. I will try and see If I can burn you a copy of that album. I think it is us, Blue Stars and 2 of the Canadian Corps. I am not great with computers though. Some one was kind enough to put it on CD for me. I will let you know how it goes.
Hello Lewis do you remember the Gallo clan I was in the snare line with Lou Reda, Pete Calabrese and Steve Cherichella. i was wondering if you have a copy of that recording I've been looking for one for years. If you have would it be possible to burn a Cd of it for me ? I would really appreciate it
Hello to all. Reading the comments, I see someone mentioned the 1971 season. Ahhh, the 1971 season. Of all the years I marched it was my favorite. Of the recordings I have from the years I marched the 1971 Shriners is probably my favorite recording.
To Ken Shedosky; While I appreciate the fidelity of the new sound, I'm not sure that it makes the same impression on first time viewers as the full screen image of Dave Shaw's picture and the shorter time it took to download the music. The experience was awesome, the best home page in the Drum Corps World.
To John Hannigan: Thanks for the invite to the picnic(beer fest) and orchestra seats to the Speed Boat races at Lake Hopatcong. You know you're getting old when the last time you went to Lake Hopatcong was to drink beer and watch the submarine races ; ) . However, given the strip search requirements at the airports, I'll probably just sit on the beach here in Oceanside, CA. and watch the Great Whites devour the surfers. Seriously, hope you all have a great time and see you at the 75th! Make sure you post pictures, especially any of Paul Wall falling(getting thrown?) in the lake.
FYI : Just for all who care, Audbon,N.J. is famous for not only a great all female Drum Corps (the great Bob Bons) but it also has the honor of being the home of the most Medal of Honor winners, three, making it the highest per capita Medal of Honor city in the U.S.A. HNSAB for all who remember and care.
I am old enough to remember the greatest off the line music.The William Tell Overture.HI HO SILVER !!!
Dave: Wow! That's an amazing story (loss of Michael Lichtenberger). Sounds like he was an original Cadet. All of our condolences to the Holy Name family from your cousins in the Cavalier Alumni Association. We had a camp this weekend in Indy for the Anniversary Corps (2008 is The Cavaliers 60th Anniversary) and have been QUITE consumed with that and things are going well...so far!! I see that you guys are planning to start up a small corps for your 75th next year, sounds very similar to our own Classic Cavaliers. I wish you the best with that and look forward to seeing them next year.
As always, excellent job. Commitment, effort and creativity always pays off. Keep up the good work. Best of luck to Ryan Tinker and all his fellow cadets.
Tom Gallo, Our drum instructor spoke about that 32 count roll for many years after. He still runs drum clinics with former drum corps buddies at area high schools and has incorporated a lengthy roll in some of their demonstration exercises. Your line was surely the inspiration. Thanks for sharing this.
Robert P Doyle I was one of those Cadets who competed in that show, and I remember your drum instructor came down while we were forming for retreat and was sharing his admiration for the 32 count drum role our snare line played during the song Chester. I was one of those snare drummers, and I would like to thank you for the walk down memory lane.
Just a note regarding the French translation of the expression FHNSAB. It obviously came from a software program and the result obtained and posted on the Holy Name web site comes out in French as "Always Be a Holy Name". Being part Francophone and wholly Catholic, as well as a former legal translator and interpreter turned prosecutor, may I offer the following corrected French translation: CAR LE SAINT NOM SERA TOUJOURS... I am a fan of the Cadets since 1971 when my little Canadian corps got hammered by them in Fairlawn NJ at a show where, despite this, Cadets corps members treated us with respect and courtesy, contrary to Blessed Sac and some of the other corps present. I am also a member of the Maroon and Gold Club. Allow me to offer, in closing, my compliments on the site's graphics and impressive (and extensive) content. The entire alumni phenomenon of the Cadets is unique to the activity, in my view... Robert P. Doyle conseiller spécial du directeur des poursuites pénales Special Advisor to the Director of Public Prosecutions Service des poursuites pénales du Canada Public Prosecution Service of Canada 2347-284 rue Wellington Street Ottawa ON K1A 0H8 613-952-0267 fax: 613-954-2958 robert.doyle@sppc-ppsc.gc.ca Gouvernement du Canada / Government of Canada EDITOR'S NOTE: Thank you for the correction on our software French. It's very much appreciated, as are your comments on the 1971 interaction between the Cadets and your corps. We thank you as well for your support of The Cadets as a member of The Maroon and Gold Club. All Cadet Alumni have a very special place in our hearts for Canada and Canadians, based on the many kindnesses shown to us while visiting your Country over the years, and the large number of young Canadians who have worn the Cadet uniform and become an important part of our heritage and history.
Just found this Great spot, I was part of the Connecticut crew that came down in the winter of 1980, about 25 of us. Man it was a long hard winter... 20 horns, 15 drums (sometimes) and a small guard; but by spring we knew it was going to be something wonderful. When the group from the south came up it was a full corps, and a great season!! So many good times and so many friends. I'll have to read all this comments next time . Joe Natale marched in the horn line in 1981 I 'll always miss you Joe R.I.P. EDITOR'S NOTE: Great to hear from you Cadet. Be sure to register so we can send you interim news updates and announcements. Thank you for notifying us about Joe's passing. He is remembered by many. For Holy Name shall always be...
David Welch, our all-time hero Cadet, just posted this message he received from the 2008 Blue Stars' mellophone line on his website, www.38lemon.com The Cadet Alumni would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Blue Stars for this kind gesture. The Blue Stars are a class act, and have always been a class act. "The Blue Stars' Mellophone Section asked to make you an honorary member of their group. So, you've got at least two corps to root for this season. Stay well & know you remain in many people's thoughts & prayers. Your friend, Scooter." "I laughed and smiled out loud What a moment! Here was this signed t-shirt from a drum & bugle corps called the Blue Stars. I know Scooter because we have worked together on a book publication in 1994. That 1994 book was later republished with expanded materials in 2006. It is called The Middle Horn Leader 2006 and is available on amazon.com. For Scooter to pull a stunt like this out of nowhere is just tremendous. And this entire mellophone section and their instructors to join in as they have. I must say, the impact is pretty damn special. I will not lie for a second. Folks I know, too When I looked at the Blue Stars staff this year, some of the instructors I know well. Donnie Van Doren was our brass instructor back in the 1984 Garfield Cadets, Marc Whitlock and I marched together in the 1987 Garfield Cadets, and Eric Sabach and I marched together in 1984 and 1985 in the Garfield Cadets."
On the subject of class acts, this notice just posted on the Norwood Park website by Dave Borck speaks for itself. Thanks Dave and Thanks Norwood Park. “Help the Cadets. The Cadets are a drum corps we have admired (and also competed against) for many years. Some of us have made good friends among their members as well. They are very good maroon friends! They were also very kind in adding a tribute to the Norwood Park Imperials on their alumni web site. The Cadets will be in the Chicago area this summer as noted - 1. June 25-26, practice, laundry and some free time in the area. Site tba, 2. June 27, contest in Racine, 3. June 28, major DCI contest in Madison at Camp Randall stadium (20 corps), 4. June 29, contest in Naperville, IL (Cavaliers show). Perhaps we can give them some help while they are here? Some ideas for volunteer help might include donating some special food or beverage treats for the corps, help on the food truck for a day or more, be an area guide to assist in any way necessary, etc. Or, just stop in to say hello and offer good wishes and support. Christen Juel would be the person to contact relative to all these possibilities. Christen is their alumni-volunteer coordinator (Christen is a 2000 era Cadet alumnae). Contact christen@yea.org, 610-821-0345 X24. Also see the Cadets website, www.yea.org The Cadets will also be in other areas of the country during the summer and Imperials alums might want to help at some other sites too. Such as Orlando, FL, Ypsilanti and Belding, Michigan, Houston and San Antonio, Texas. Best idea, just contact Christen and ask where the corps will be. Tell her what help you might be able to offer.”
To Phil Kowalski....and all Cadets of all eras....Da music.....Da music... Close your eyes ....lean back and listen to Da music. You are taken back to Aug. 1957, The Dream Contest, Jersey City, N.J. The opening fanfare on the home page has been replaced with one of enhanced audio quality. Enjoy. FHNSAB
I just wanted to advise everyone that we have a page on our website, www.theholynamecadets.org, called "Personals." It can be accessed by selecting the "About Us" option on the menu bar at the top of the page, and then selecting "Personals" on the page. Health updates on Ray Cappicilli, Tony "Bart" Bartello, Marie DiDomenico, and David Welch have just been added. This page is designed to be used for any information on Cadets or their families, or friends of the Cadets, that your fellow Cadets should know about. That could be about illnesses or more cheerful news like weddings, anniversaries, births, christenings, graduations, or other personal events. This is your website. FHNSAB...
To: Tommy Sands. Thanks for clearing up the 1958 Cadet repertoire for me! I had MOST of them, but I missed "Always and Forever" and "The Thunderer". "The Angels Sing" sounded better in 1958 than 1957, (opinion ). Shangri-la was great out of concert too .. almost like another "off the line". A great program .. with great music. You are right, most corps programs now don't have great stuff like that.
I would like to take this moment,to wish all the Cadets from Holy Name, Garfield, Bergen County, to The Cadets of today, a warm thank you for a history of tradition and music that cannot be touched. As I came across this site, which stirs emotions of passed friendships and good times, I am happy to see that the alumni is finally on its way. I was a member of the Garfield Cadets in 64-65, and an alumni member in 92-93 or 95. I just want to say good luck. I do hope to attend some future meetings. The corps meant a lot to me in my youth. What I learned in my short time carried thru my four years in the Marine Corps,69-73, and my 29 years as a Federal Police officer in Wash.D.C. with the United States Capitol Police. You see, I protected that same building you perform on in this introduction to this site, in 1954. While not in contact with the corps over the past years, my memories flashed back to me on two occasions when I ran into Bill Gaeckle. Once when I was loading horns and bugles into my aircract,for the U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, in Wash. D.C. at Andrews AFB. I was a crew chief and taking the Corps somewhere for an event. I talked to Bill. Then one late afternoon, on the west front of the Capitol during the 4th of July concert, I was on duty in the VIP area and I again ran into Bill Gaeckle. It was nice to see Bill and remember my Garfield Cadets. I did get to see the corps at the Univ .of Maryland,I believe in 2000. I would just like to say, good luck in 2008 Cadets. PS, If any of the following former Cadets would like to call me, such as the following; Danny Panessa, Charles Sydoryk, Bert Summers, Gerry Armstrong, Gene Klaus, John Hultz, Ken Samara, Carl Samara, Bob Davidson, Bill Gaeckle, Reggie Miller, Bob Philhower, Randy Dalrymple, please do so. Contact me at home,301-868-0614 0r email me at choochoo681@msn.com. I would love to talk to you all. FHNSOB. Ron Kaptur
Words cannot express my sincerest appreciation and gratitude to all of the people that have given and continue to give a part of their lives to the Cadets...past, present, and future. Thank You everyone for sharing the love in your heart for the maroon and gold tradition!! Having grown up in a drum corps family where mom, dad, brothers, and sisters marched, the Cadets became our extended family and will be for generations to come....For Holy Name Shall Always Be...!
The glory years years for me were during the late 70's. We Aleman brothers; (Tony, Steve "the kid," and myself) were rehearsing in Hawthorne as part of the Muchachos, when one day the Director of the '79 Cadets came by to recruit members for the Cadets. We were actually among the last of the Muchachos before they folded after their last parade.....we were sold also on going to Disney world! Heck, we were soooo young, and Steven was like 13 years old, and he immediately made the snare line...unheard of in these days...but.we were blessed to be there at a point when Garfield was close to folding as well...but in one year, as we recruited members from the South, we began our ascent towards being a future powerhouse in 1980. I left for West Point in 1983, but my brothers were lucky enough to have several years left to reap the rewards of those early years, and all the hard work we put in forming a killer corps that would revolutionize the activity...and bring many World Championships to the Cadets..........Michael Aleman, Tympanist , 1980-1982. Editor's note: You did us proud Michael! You and your brothers are mentioned often wherever and whenever Cadets gather to share memories. Please register both on this site and on the www.yea.org site (alumni association section) so we can reforge the bonds and keep you updated on alumni news. FHNSAB...
FOR DAVE BORCK, WHO ASKED ABOUT THE 1958 MUSIC THAT WAS PLAYED. FANFARE, MELANCOLY SERENADE, INTO SEMPER FIDELIS OFF THE LINE. NEXT WAS ALWAYS AND FOREVER. OVER THERE WAS THE COLOR PRESENTATION. AFTER THAT WAS THE THUNDERER, (MARCH) THE CONCERT WAS AND THE ANGELS SING FEATURING, DON ANGELICA. COMING OUT OF THE CONCERT WITH SHANGRILA (FANFARE) INTO MARCH OF THE SIAMESE CHILDREN. WAY DOWN YONDER IN NEW ORLEANS WAS NEXT, AND WE WENT OFF THE FIELD TO GOODNIGHT SWEETHEART. I HOPE THIS HELPS YOU OUT DAVE. KEEP LISTENING TO THE OLD STUFF, THEY DON'T PLAY MUSIC LIKE THAT ANY MORE. TOM SANDS FOR HOLY NAME SHALL ALWAYS BE.
Hi All. Just came across the site. Please add Edgar (Manny) Columb to the DM list. Manny and I were the DM's from 1980 to 1981. My years should read 1980 to 1983. FHNSAB! Editor's Note: Tony - we will correct your years, and the spelling of Manny's last name. As you probably saw, we have some great photos of you, but none of Manny have been received to date. If you're in touch with him perhaps you can convince him to send us a few. Nice to hear from you.
Long time Cadet fan and Rocco Carbone's uncle.
Some sad news to pass along. I've just been notified by the Van Houten Family that Nellie Van Houten John Baumfolk's sister passed away on March 3rd, peacefully in her sleep. She was 94. For those unaware of the some of our earliest days, the corp members practiced in the basement of John & Nellie's Aunt and it was Nellie who encouraged her younger brother John to bring them over and to hone their skills as musicians. I met Nellie only last June at her home in Fullerton, CA. when I first met John Baumfolk, our first Drum Major. That Sunday afternoon picnic we shared was highlighted by stories from both John & Nellie about those earliest rehearsals. Those are now treasured memories. John is taking Nellie's passing pretty hard I am told and the family asks for your prayers for him. Isn't it strange and wonderful that two of the key people in our history were named Nellie? I would further ask that at Thursday's meeting the Corp sings "Wait Till the Sun Shines Nellie" for our first Nellie.(with no disrespect Aunt Nell) For Holy Name Shall Always be............... Charlie Sydoryk
Dave: The Cadets tribute to Norwood Park (and vice versa) has been very popular with our alumni. They appreciate the tribute to our corps. Our alums were reminded of the fun they had with Cadet friends over the years. (For example, 1963 was fun for many of us .. me included!). They have also been reminded of the RESPECT that they had (and still have) for the Cadets. These are all great results of the Cadet website and our interchanges. I hope that the Cadet alumni are also enjoying this. Having said that, I hope that you and the other Cadet alums attending the GATHERING tomorrow have a really great time! Great food, great memories, camaraderie and plans for the future work to be done! I am so impressed that I might even stop at 7:30 PM here in Chicago (8:30 there in "da East") and hum the melody to your Corps song. I'll be there in spirit. :) With some envy of you, I might add! Dave B
Da music....da music.....wha happen to da music? Have we just loused up the best home page in the drum corps world?
Your corps extended friendship to us like no others on our eastern trips. Our matching "colors" are remembered as well. George Andros Norwood Park Imperials Chicago '62-'66.
Here is a question for Cadet alums from the 1958 Corps. Can you tell me the names of all the songs in the 1958 program? I have a fine tape of that show, but can't place all the tunes.
Father of Greg Handler "Rest in Peace 79-81" I am pleased with the recognition of Greg's time with the Garfield Cadets. His Mother, Pat and I, toured as drivers, cooks, souvie sales, several times during and after his time with the corps; However, the dates of his corps time may not be correct. His first year 1978, his second year,1979, it was necessary for him to leave in the middle of the tour, then he marched again 1980-82. His Mother and I were both in Montreal when the corps placed 3rd. Dr. Santo, following the show, came to our bus and announced he was stepping down as Director and was passing the position to George Hopkins. To this day we support the Cadets, and see a show whenever it is close to home. For Holy Name Shall Always Be... EDITOR'S NOTE: Greg is always a part of the Cadets, and whenever you see the maroon and gold on the field please know that he is there. We are very sorry for your loss. The date correction will be made to reflect his correct marching years with the Cadets. Thank you for calling the error to our attention.
Message exchange between Michael Terry, Sr., a Cadet Dad, and George King, a Holy Name Alumnus. Michael: In response to your inquiry. We're here to help each other. Once your son Michael put on that maroon and gold he had more brothers and sisters going all the way back to 1934 than he could ever dream possible. You can E mail me anytime I can provide help or information. George King I can assure you that Michael Patrick is very proud of the Cadet heritage of which he is now a part. Particularly this past summer, he bonded with Cadet Alumni from many eras and was always excited when relating to me the occasion of meeting another brother or sister from years gone by. I was personally on hand in Pasadena when original DM John Baumfalk was the guest of honor on DCI Finals morning breakfast with the corps. I saw the looks of awe and respect on my son's face as he shook hands with Mr. Baumfalk and he realized at that time more than any other just how deep and storied the history of his Cadets was. And as the father of an 8 year member, a volunteer, and fan - I could not be more proud of my son and the corps as well. All the Cadets before him are more than my son's brothers and sisters - they are his heroes. Michael, Sr.
As an old alum of the Norwood Park Drum and Bugle corps, later the Imperials, I wish to thank Holy Name for the great tribute to Norwood. In the recent past my wife and I have attended several DCI championshiops. As always I get goose bumps when the Cadets take the field. I was in Norwood from 1948 til 1952. I will always treasure those years. Once a corps member you can't get it our of your blood. Thank you, Holy Name....
To Fabian and Buddy: deeply sorry on the loss of your dad...the Izsa family always were and are still great supporters of the Holy Name tradition...FHNSAB
My Grandfather was in the Holy name Colorguard and both my parents marched in the Garfield Cadets, im so proud to have such a lineage of Cadets history in my family. I hope that i may one day be marching in the Cadets just as proudly as my Grandfather and parents did.
I was part of a small Jersey shore corps in the 50s and dreamed of joining Holy Name when I was old enough to drive. Sadly ..I went to college in Glassboro ..and the drive would have been nuts. I did, however, follow Garfield through the 60s ..used to bend Hugh Mahon's ear and he was always gracious. Met and admired Don Angelica and wrote two or three stories for the Asbury Park Press when major contests were held at the local high school stadium. Reading the history on this website ..while listening to Fleetwoods great recordings ..adds color to all of those black and white pictures I took of you guys winning. I especially remember the 60 state when Vinnies figured they'd make their return to the top ..we'd watched them rehearse early that morning in a field just off the parkway. (I think their drum major was in the Duprees singing group). I am a Benedictine ..nearly became a Franciscan ..but knowing what happened to the Cadets ..really was a factor in my decision not to go brown. The "new" corps is fantastic ..but ..my heart and ear still love the 50 and 60s Holy Name/Garfield Cadets. For this monk ..Holy Name shall always be.
Hello David: What a wonder history lesson you have posted about Garfiled and Scout House. My Father Wayne King was in Scout House from 1958 to 1960. I am always looking for old stories about his Glory years! My Father recently passed away so I am unable to hear the stories from him any more so it is wonderful to be able to still learn a bit about his past! Thank you! P.S. Garfield Cadets were alway one of my Favorites when we used to go to DCI's (My Father also marched with the Royalaires.)
NORWOOD PARK MEMBER 60-68 HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES WITH YOU GUYS WHEN YOU CAME TO CHICAGO.
I regret to inform you of the loss of Fabian Izsa, Sr., father of Cadets Fabian Izsa, Jr., and Mark (Buddy) Izsa. Mr. Izsa supported the Cadets with his time, , his talent, his resources, and his hands-on work, for many years. He is remembered with gratitude and thanks for all he gave and for the inspiration he provided. Visiting hours will be at the Wozniak funeral home, 80 Midland Ave., Wallington, NJ, today, Feb. 18, 2-4 PM and 6-9 PM. There will be a Mass tomorrow, 10 AM, at The Church of the Most Holy Name in Garfield. We have lost a great friend of the Cadets, a war hero, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and a man of honor and principles.For Holy Name shall always be...
To Fabian and his family I am very sorry to here about the lost of your father. It was an honor to know your father while in the Cadets and after leaving the corp.
I just now read and printed a hard copy of the article on the Norwood Park Imperials. Having marched from '53 until '59 as a soprano bugler I found myself fighting back tears as I read. Thank you so much for publishing "our" history along with yours. I was honored in July 2007 to be enducted into the "The Buglers Hall of Fame" and continue to play as American Legion Post 66 of Griffith, Indiana Official Bugler. It must be my Pomeranian or Prussian ancestry, but the sounds of drums & bugles still excites me; I love it. God bless us one and all. To bad the New York Macy's Parade ain't what it used to be! The senior corps still perform with unbelieveable excellence. A number of us, Norwood Alums from the 50's, try to stay in contact although we are spred from coast to coast. We long for the days when only field instruments were used without amplification. As an off shoot of corps I've been singing with the Northwest Indiana Symphony Chorus for 16 or more seasons. Having grown-up in Chicago, I've been a Hoosier for 36-years now, so welcome DCI to Indianapolis in 2008. I hope the new stadium is conducive to drums & bugles; the previous one wasn't. A word to the wise, remember Pianissimo, we used to call it shading, works best in a closed stadium. the smaller corps actually have better a chance, since the large corps cancel their on sounds. Marching bands copied corps, now they are trying to chance corps. Oh well, I marched when we still had lots of fun, worked hard and enjoyed other activities as well, and it didn't cost us or our parents lots of money. Thanks for the "Soap Box". Keep on keeping on and Hail to Maroon & Gold!
Thank you for thinking about the Imperials and putting us on your web site. The picture of the corps from the 50's were the golden years of the activity. Much has changed but I look back fondly at that era. My 13 years a member of Norwood made me a better person. Best to all Cadets and their families.
I'm a former member of the Norwood Park Imperials. Marched in the 60's.I saw your story about Norwwod on your web page. Really appreciate your comments about our corps. I root for the Cadets as have fond memories of competing with a first class organization. Thanks.
Wow! Many thanks to the Cadet alumni for the warm tribute to my corps, the Norwood Park Imperials! Many NP alums have fond memories of the Cadets through the years. We hope that YOU never have to endure the pain that we experienced in 1985, when our corps folded! FHNSAB
Hi Dave.....Great website.......I just found out about it........looking forward to the next get together in March.....
This is GREAT!!! Hope to catch up with people! Glad to be here! Looking froward to the 2008 season!
Thank you so much for that wonderfull article on my band Scout House and the then Garfield Cadets. I was in the 63 Anniversity show and fondly remember marching out of that giant birthday cake and our band singing as we came out. I also remember traveling all over Kitchener selling those tickets for 75 cents each. Finally I remember finding out after the show that my fly was open for the whole thing which my sisters girl friend pointed out to me. 45 years later I am wearing those tight shorts again in our Alumni Band. Garfield was the best and well rememberd by us.
I Ijust got word that Marie DiDomenico is in St. Joseph's Hospital in Patterson. She fell down her basement steps and has a fractured fibia. She will be operated on tomorrow or the next day once the swelling goes down. After that she will be going to a rehabilitation center to get back in the swing of things. Cards and best wishes can be sent to her home. They will be picked up by family members and given to her Marie DiDomenico 14 3rd Street Elmwood Park, N.J. 07407 I am sure she would greatly appreciate it!
hey guys i would love to be in touch with those that remember me (i'm easy to forget, but i'm not easy) 214-202-4803 that's my # . cadet '72-'73
Best wishes for a great meeting this week, with lots of fun and excitement. You all have a lot to look forward to over the next two years! It will be great fun. :) FHNSAB Dave Borck
Hello Holy Name- It's been great to see many posts from ALL Cadets - and especially from those I knew from the 50s and 60s. We need ALL the contact info we can get and this is a special request to PLEASE contact me at bill.actonhall@gmail.com and provide your name, home address and email address. Without this information we can't keep you informaed about future plans as we work toward the 75th Anniversary (2009). Planning is in progress and we hope to tell you more in a few weeks. Check back on this website for more information. FHNSAB... Bill (1952-61)
Your 3 part Scout House commentary honouring the band was 1st class and humbling. You said all that without getting paid for it? =) Note: The 1st pic. in your /63 reunion, with Garfield & SH facing each other was from /58 not /63. (It was my pic., that i gave to Mike Young) Cheers, gary mcmillan, percussion: 56-58
Hello Cadets: So many of you have sent me messages in the past few hours inquiring about the Mass at the Church of the Most Holy Name for Cadet David Welch, I decided the best way to respond to all your questions would be through a general e-mail and a posting here on our website. Thanks to everyone in attendance, and all those that sent emails informing us that David was in their thoughts and prayers today. Thanks too to the many Churches around the Country and in Canada where special prayers of healing for David were included in their services. It was a bitterly cold day here in North Jersey, which did affect attendance to a degree. A number of Cadets planning on attending were knocked out of the box by illness or transportation problems. We did, however, have an impressive turnout of Cadets from various eras; traveling in from western New Jersey, the Jersey shore area, and the Cadet's Camp near Philadelphia. Two former Directors, Doc Cinzio and Ed Frenzel, and two former Drum Majors, Walt Taormina and Greg Cinzio were in attendance. Holy Name Church is quite beautiful, and we were warmly welcomed "home" by the parishioners and the Church Pastor. Most of us had not visited Holy Name Church in 50 years. The Pastor of Holy Name celebrated the Mass, led prayers for David, and acknowledged our presence several times during the Mass. Just prior to the recessional the Holy Name Hymn, directed by Greg Cinzio, was sung inside our founding Church for the first time in 50 years. A number of Cadets were emotionally overcome as they sang, and the symbolism of the moment overtook them. After Mass we gathered at the altar for a photograph to be sent to David. Fortunately Megh Healy had the presence of mind to bring a camera. Thanks Meg. I know that our small group at Holy Name was only a part of a much larger group that participated in many different areas in many different ways; as we joined hands and bowed heads to pray for the healing of our special and much-loved Cadet, David Welch. For Holy Name shall always be...
Hi Dave, Basil Nosal (Holy Name Color Guard 51-55) checking in. First of all-thanks to Phil for finding us and then to you for an awesome web site. The site brings back lots of wonderful memories of fellow cadets, boosters, instructors and contests, etc..By the way I am also married to a Dot (Schrank) Nosal for 50 years. Keep up the good work.
Hi Dave: Buz Sadloch here, member of the Cadets (Color Guard) from1961-1963. My sister, Dot Nosal (married to Mike Nosal, 1959-62 - Color Guard), sent me the link to the website. I'm very happy to learn of the site and would like to be on whatever list you have for that period of time. My Dad (also Emil Sadloch) was president of the boosters both during the Holy Name and Garfield Cadets years. We may have some photos somewhere that might be interesting additions to the site. I'll see what I can dig up. I'm curious about the Kenny Samara reunion pictures: he was drum major when I was involved. I also recall his brother Carl. I know I could not recognize any of the people in those pics. We have aged, haven't we? So please keep me apprised of the activities. And good luck with the site and your efforts. Best regards, Buz Sadloch. (Editor's note: one of the best parts of this job is being able to reconnect with Cadets from earlier years. This week we were particularly lucky to have both Mike Nosal, and now Buz Sadloch, contact us. Welcome home guys...you were missed!)
Mike Nosal & Dot {Sadloch} Nosal mikenosal@worldnet.att.net I was with the Cadets 1958 -1962.they were GREAT years. (Editor's note: They were great years because we had great Cadets like you. Welcome home Mike. We missed you. Do you have email addresses on Buzzy or Basil?).
TO ALL CADETS PAST AND PRESENT, MEMBERS OF THE CADET FAMILY, CADET FRIENDS, AND THE DRUM CORPS COMMUNITY. Many of you are aware that one of our own, Cadet David Welch, 1984-87, has been waging a heroic battle against an unforgiving and fearful disease, brain cancer. His battle to date has been prolonged and difficult, but he has never permitted himself to accept the role of victim. David is a fighter...a fighter who has managed to touch and inspire people around the world through his example and through his website, http://www.38lemon.org Now his battle has entered a new and far more difficult phase. David needs us to stand with him as he submits himself, beginning this week, to medical treatment that will be neither pleasant nor easy. He will be waging the fight of his life. We are asking those of you living in the North Jersey area, whatever your religious affiliation, to attend the 10:30 AM Mass at the Church of the Most Holy Name in Garfield this Sunday, January 20th; to join together in prayer for the healing of this very special young man. Those of you living outside the area are asked to pray for him or think of him in your own way next Sunday. God bless David Welch. For Holy Name shall always be...
Just got finished reading the articles on Scout House. Boy, does that bring back a lot of memories. Dave you did a great job on the article. I still remember the Scout House guy marching out onto the floor while the corp was in concert formation, and putting Bobby Sands shako back on his head when it fell off . I understand it made the local paper the following day .
My name is Mike Engelhart and I marched in the Garfield Cadets from '75-'79. I was the best of friends with Mike Dewey. You can put him down as marching from '72-'77. The Deweys moved to my neighborhood in Bay Shore, LI, in 1971. I became friends with Mike, then quickly became part of the Dewey familey.They took me to my first show, and then drove me from LI to NJ to rehearsals for three years. I spent many trips from Bay Shore to Garfield in the back of Dennis' car listening to stories about you (Dennis loves details), Paul Wall, John Tokar and many others who are now a part of my history. Thanks for the time and effort you put into the website. Mike Dewey and George Hilger were roomates for many years. ‘If there is a Drum Corps Heaven, I'm sure they have a hell of a baritone line.' FHNSAB...
Hi Corky. I'm in the Caballeros Alumni Corps. We have some people from Canada in the corps, and one of them sent me the photos from that paper, (I think that was tommy sands)? FHNSAB...
I came across your website while surfing for some drum corps info. I noticed two names on your REST IN PEACE link that I recognized. I went to Pope Pius HS in Passaic and played football with George Petrencak and Bill Sipos. They and I were also Garfield residents. I know Bill graduated Pope Pius in 1959 and was a Cadet member. The following link will provide some more info on Bill Sipos: www.virtualwall.org/ds/SiposWG01a.htm The website is public with information about the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, DC. It is dedicated to the memory of those who gave their lives serving our country in Vietnam. I am proud to have known Bill Sipos as a classmate, teammate, and friend. He was the best of the best. My brother-in law and his brother, Gary and Ray Scarpa, marched Holy Name in the late '40s and early '50s. I lived a couple of blocks from Garfield Stadium and was taken to many practices by my sister to check out the snare line. My son and daughter marched together (2001-2005) with Pacific Crest here in California. My daughter is now in her third and age-out year with Carolina Crown. I have toured with both corps as a volunteer and I have no doubt that Drum Corps members will always be among the best of the best. Kenneth Kilgus Moreno Valley, CA
Hello all, My name is Alfredo. I am an alumni , marched in 1992. I was wondering if anyone has a video from the early season of that year like June or July?
fantastic job, a little before my time in drum corps. , but as a member of scout house alumni, the feelings are still there
Best wishes to All and a big thank you to Dave Shaw and George King for all your help with the meetings this past season. Happy New Year we should all try to meet at the Cadets show at Giant stadium in 2008 ? For Holy Name Shall Always Be.
Best wishes to ALL Cadets for a very (maroon) Merry Christmas and a great 2008! Keep the spirit alive. FHNSAB
Dave Shaw....Thanks for the marvelleous article on Scout House...my era. Am now a member of the Alumni Band and looking forward to performing at the Dream Festival in 2008.
Excellent Scout House article in your History section. Although not an original member, I am a snare drummer in the Scout House Alumni Band. I remember my mother taking me to a show at York Stadium in Toronto around 1960 to see those suntaned knees. Thank you for being so generous with your comments. The original members that are still marching with the Alumni will be truly impressed.
The Cadet alumni website just gets better and better! Congrats to all.
All tax-deductible donations can be sent directly to the CHA through their website www.centerhouse.org or by mailing contributions to: Center House Association - Truman Crawford Fund, P.O. Box 6663, Arlington, Va., 22206.
RE: Truman Crawford Donations. Please recall that Col. Crawford wrote the musical book for the Cadets in '67 & '68 and did do several stints as an Special Instructor for the Hornline during those two years. Can any of us from 67-68 forget those intense sessions with Col. Crawford? Especially the day of the '67 CYO Nationals? Several small rewrites and multiple changes in phrasing throughout the show and we went from an 8th place at the Am Legions to 4th place and a placement OVER Truman's own Royal-Airs(something we hadn't done since '63!). I can still recall seeing Truman and Jimmy cheering us on from the finish line as we exited, Playing "Go'in out of my Head". BTW, I've got the video of that show and we were GOOD! (and Hughie Judging Backfield had nothing to do with the placement) Bill, I'll be sending in my donation.
HOLY NAME CADET JACKET ORDERS: George King is about to place a new order. He believes, but cannot guarantee of course, that if the order is submitted within the next week he should have the jackets shipped in time for Christmas. If you would like to have one of these gorgeous jackets, act now before it's too late. Go to the order form on the MERCHANDISE page on this website: www.theholynamecadets.org Print out and complete the order form (or just provide the information requested on the order form on a separate sheet of paper), and mail it WITH YOUR CHECK to George King at the address shown on the order form. If you have any questions George can be contacted at: Gefreki@aol.com If you are submitting an order, advise George by E-mail that your order and check is on the way so you are not left off the current order. Everyone should own a Holy Name Cadet jacket. When you wear one you become a part of maroon and gold history. For Holy Name shall always be...
A welcome to all new 2007 Cadet Ageouts. There have been a significant number of new alumni registering for our mailing list. Welcome to the rest of your life as a Cadet! We hope we get to meet you personally at some or all of the events you see listed both in our E-mail news updates and on this website: www.theholynamecadets.org The only thing you might have a hard time getting used to during gatherings-of-the-maroon is the way we sing The Holy Name Hymn in traditional fashion. Not to worry, we have some great Cadet Drum Majors conducting. You did us proud in Pasadena!
The Cadets and The Marines: The Cadets have had a partner relationship with The Marines for a number of years now, and we view all Marines with the respe