Legendary Rockford Drum Corps to Feature Record-Breaking Peformance

We're from Rockford. Home of Illinois' most celebrated performing arts organization, which is about to have a record-breaking performance at the World Championships.

Historic 70 Year Reunion Will Break Records

To celebrate its 70th competitive season, Phantom Regiment will assemble the largest alumni drum corps ever to perform during the Drum Corps International (DCI) World Championships that are held in Indianapolis.

550 alumni members will be featured in this record-breaking performance and will have a member representing every era of Phantom Regiment's seven-decade history.

Alumni Traveling From Around the World

Former members of Phantom have spent months rehearsing for this once-in-a-generation event, with many traveling from across the United States and internationally to participate, which will make this the largest alumni drum corps ever assembled in DCI's 55-year history.

This performance isn't just to celebrate the history of Phantom Regiment; it also gives us a chance to celebrate the history of competitive drum corps. -Phantom Regiment CEO Amanda Hamaker

Phantom Regiment CEO Amanda Hamaker also said, "To know our organization has impacted and influenced so many people is truly humbling."

Historic Moment During DCI Championships

This Phantom performance will be the highlight of the Regiment's 70th anniversary celebration while also putting a spotlight on the organization's lasting influence on the marching arts.

The DCI World Championships will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, from August 6 through 8. The event features the nation's top drum and bugle corps competing through preliminary and semi-final rounds before the top 12 organizations advance to championship finals on August 8.

Phantom Regiment's historic reunion is planned for Friday, August 7, during the semi-finals.