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CPSB/CPW Rehearsals resume Open House Sep 13 7pm

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Symphonic Band
The passing of another concert season has ended in a triumphant concert at the Church of the Epiphany on April 2 and 3. Audience members enjoyed a mix of music that was grandiose, lively, and endearing. The band now prepares for its performance with the Fete de Musique. This annual music festival hosted by the City of Washington will feature hundreds of performers in venues throughout the city. DCDD will participate the weekend of June 19. Stay tuned for updates.
Marching Band
Summer is coming up fast, and so is marching season. All instrumentalists are needed to perform this season for Pride parades in DC and Baltimore. This year, the marching band goes international for the first time, with a trip to Toronto. Marching season begins April 12 at Gateway Park in Rosslyn, near the Rosslyn Metro Station. Rehearsal begins at 7:00pm. For more info, visit our website at www.dcdd.org or call 202-269-4868
Color Guard and Honor Guard
Join our premiere group of flag, rifle, and banner carriers as they march along parade routes to the backdrop of a marching band. This group participates in Pride parades in DC and Baltimore. This years trip to Toronto give an international flair to the guard as they participate in one of the largest Pride parades on the planet. The new season of practice starts April 12 at Gateway Park in Rosslyn, near the Rosslyn Metro Station. Rehearsal begins at 7:00pm. For more info, visit our website at www.dcdd.org or call 202-269-4868
Swing into Spring Dance
The DC Swing band sponsors its annual dance on April 17 at the Washington Plaza Hotel on Thomas Circle NW in DC. The band provides the music, and even a dance instructor for you to start dancing into the night. The party begins at 8:00pm with dance instruction starting at 7:30. Tickets are $25 per person and available at the door, Lambda Rising, or our website. For more info, call 202-269-4868 or visit our web page at www.dcdd.org

Marching Band Volunteers needed
The marching band is in search of people to help out on parades. We need water carriers, and helpers to retrieve stray batons, and color guard equipment. A Marching band coordinator is also needed to help with rehearsals and performances. Responsibilities include attendance at rehearsals, assistance with equipment, and coordinating logistical issues.
Calendar of Events!
> September 8, 2010
Rosh Hashanah
> September 13, 2010
CPSB Rehearsal/Open House 7pm
> September 15, 2010
DC Swing Rehearsal
> September 17, 2010
Yom Kippur
> September 20, 2010
CPW/CPSB Rehearsal
> September 25, 2010
NC Pride Parade
> September 27, 2010
CPW/CPSB Rehearsal
> October 4, 2010
CPW/CPSB Rehearsal

DCDD Board of Directors
Feel like giving back to an organization that has given you so much? September marks the annual election of officers that serve on the Board of Directors. For those interested in serving a board position, and helping an organizations that serves as a community asset, please contact any board member or lets us know by visiting our website in inquire about a position. The active members of DCDD elect all board positions.

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