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Aaron Bailey Takes Additional Role of Staff Coordinator

On December 13, 2023, in News, Staff News

Since 2017, Aaron Bailey has led the Boston Crusaders’ visual program as Visual Caption Head. Over the years, he has played an integral role to elevate the success of the corps both on and off the field. In 2024, Bailey takes on the additional role of staff coordinator. In this…

Brian Hebbard Joins As Athletic Trainer

On December 7, 2023, in News, Staff News

The Boston Crusaders are excited to announce the addition of Brian Hebbard to the medical team this summer! As our new athletic trainer, Brian will travel alongside the corps and provide one-on-one medical attention to ensure our members are ready to perform each and every night. Brian will focus not…

Chris Holland Promoted To CEO of Inspire Arts And Music

On November 1, 2023, in News, Staff News

Inspire Arts & Music, the parent company of the Boston Crusaders, announced the promotion of Chris Holland to CEO during last month’s annual board meeting. Chris Holland has served as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director of Inspire Arts & Music and the Boston Crusaders since 2015. Under Holland’s leadership…

Thom Hannum Joins BAC As Senior Advisor

On May 27, 2023, in News, Staff News

The Boston Crusaders organization is excited to welcome Thom Hannum into the role of Senior Advisor. As one of the activity’s foremost arrangers and educators, Thom has long held a connection to the Boston Crusaders, both directly and indirectly, for nearly 30 years. Thom’s history with the Boston Crusaders first…

Rick Woodall Named A DCI Volunteer of the Year

On April 30, 2023, in News, Staff News

Congratulations to our beloved Rick Woodall on being named one of Drum Corps International’s 2023 Volunteers of the Year! As our longtime fleet manager, board of directors member, and relentless supporter, we couldn’t think of anyone more deserving of this award. Thank you Rick for your years of service and…

Gino Cipriani To Be Inducted Into DCI Hall Of Fame

On April 26, 2023, in News, Staff News

Congratulations to our own Gino Cipriani who will be inducted into the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame this summer! Since 2017, Gino has been at the heart of the Boston Crusaders program serving as our Director of Music, and most recently as our Assistant Corps Director. Please help us…

Howard Weinstein Rejoins BAC With Weinstein Leadership and Consulting Program

On February 22, 2023, in News, Staff News

The Boston Crusaders are excited to welcome back former corps director and Hall of Fame member Howard Weinstein as Leadership Coach, adding his Weinstein Leadership and Consulting program to the 2023 Boston Crusaders curriculum. At our core, the Boston Crusaders’ mission is to provide its members an opportunity to reach…

Brian McKenzie Promoted to Head of Audio

On October 26, 2021, in News, Staff News

The Boston Crusaders are excited to announce that Brian McKenzie has been promoted to Head of Audio for the 2022 season! In this position, McKenzie will oversee the BAC Audio Team and all live mixing, monitoring, and maintenance of the audio systems throughout the summer tour. Meet Brian McKenzie by…

BACBrass Staff Welcomes Van Mathews

On October 19, 2021, in News, Staff News

The Boston Crusaders are excited to announce that esteemed educator Van Mathews will be joining the BACBrass staff in 2022. Mathews will be joining our full returning brass staff under the leadership of Gino Cipriani. Read Mathews’ bio below!

Chris Holland Named DCI Board Chair

On February 5, 2021, in News, Staff News

The Boston Crusaders and Inspire Arts & Music are pleased to announce that our very own Chris Holland was recently named the Drum Corps International Board Chair! During the DCI Annual Meeting held virtually this past January, Executive Director and COO Chris Holland was elected to a three year term…