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The Ghost Riders were
originally formed in 1996 to compete in the Drum Corps Associates “Mini Corps”
competition. As of 2010, the Ghost Riders have had 15th consecutive
DCA championship appearances. This represents the most appearances by any
Mini-Corps in the history of this event.
In all competitions, the
Ghost Riders have constantly finished in the top 5 with 5 third place finishes,
6 second place finishes and one World title, a tribute to their desire to always
perform at a high level of excellence. Since then, the corps has been
entertaining audiences year round with their own distinct blend and style of
music
Besides
performing at parades and concerts throughout Western New York, the Ghost Riders
have performed at various events such as past Mighty St. Joe’s Classics, the
North Tonawanda Canal Fest, the America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration in
Plymouth, Mass., The Rochester International Marine Tattoo and performances at
the Harrisburg Serenade in Brass “MCA Championships” and post party activities.
The Corps co-directors are
Doug Mellenthine and Rod Keppel. Music arrangements are by World Drum Corps
Hall of Fame member Donny Allen with percussion arrangements by World Drum Corps
Hall of Fame member Bill McGrath Jr. Brass Caption Head is Donny Allen
assisted by Kacy Dolan, Matt Jaeger, Associate World Drum Corps Hall Fame member
Bobby (Legato) LaDuca and Joey Pero (consultant).
The Ghost Riders Website:
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