Learn from the Boston Crusaders

Your pathway to scoring a spot

Get a behind the scenes look at the Boston Crusaders through the conductor Backstage. Join Backstage to interact with veterans of the Boston Crusaders while learning from experienced drum majors and accomplished educators. Begin your audition for the Boston Crusaders leadership team or prepare for a a position in your band here. Backstage is your place to learn, refine, and perfect your skills.
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What You'll Find Backstage

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  • Leadership Training

    Learn what it takes to become an effective leader through our leadership seminars and exercises. By the end of this course, you will have the tools to serve as a role model for your peers both on and off the field.

  • Instructional Videos

    Learn how to conduct with live and video-guided lessons from the BAC staff. Perfect your timing and technique through step-by-step videos. Put it all together and practice with exclusive recordings of past corps!

  • Evaluation and Assessment

    Keep track of your progress with regular feedback and evaluations. Collaborate with staff and members through assignments, masterclasses, and live seminars. Prepare for your future in the marching arts and take your first step to becoming a member of the Boston Crusaders.

Instructor

Brass Instructor

T. André Feagin

Dr. T. André Feagin currently serves as band director at Central Washington University. Feagin holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Wind Conducting from the University of Arizona. He previously held positions at Colorado State University, Coastal Carolina University and the University of Texas at El Paso. Dr. Feagin’s experience in DCI expands two decades. Previous appointments include serving as brass caption head of the Santa Clara Vanguard and The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. He has served on the brass staff of the Boston Crusaders, Carolina Crown, and is the former executive director and brass caption head of the 2007 DCI Division III World Champion Memphis Sound Drum and Bugle Corps. As a performing member, he served four-years as conductor of the Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps. He was the recipient of the DCI Jim Jones Leadership Award in 2000 and the DCI Division III Director of the Year Award in 2007. He continues his involvement in the marching arts serving as a clinician, consultant, adjudicator, music arranger, visual designer, and program coordinator for some of the nation’s finest high school and university band programs.

FAQ

  • Do I need any equipment?

    No, members enrolled in the conductor course do not need access to an instrument or piece of equipment.

  • Can I sign up for more than one section?

    Yes! Check out our multi-section bundles by clicking "register" at the top of the page! If there is not a bundle for your desired courses (i.e. trumpet and conductor) please email info@bostoncrusaders.org to be manually enrolled.

  • Is this how I audition for the Boston Crusaders?

    Yes, membership candidacy will be based off Backstage assessments and evaluations. We have positions available in all sections.

  • Do I need to sign-up for Backstage to audition? Do I have to audition?

    Yes, you must sign up for Backstage if you wish to audition for the Boston Crusaders. Audition requirements will be made available within the Backstage program. No, signing up for Backstage does not mean you have to audition. Backstage is a valuable tool to help you refine your skills, whether or not you are pursing a position with the Boston Crusaders.

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Backstage is open to all regardless of age. If you are an educator, please stay tuned for future programs tailored to assist your classroom and students.

  • Is there a deadline to sign-up?

    No, but it is recommended to sign up early for maximum value. Although tools are available all year long, membership positions will be awarded based on the on-going evaluations and assessment that begin in October.

  • Is my purchase refundable?

    No, all sales are final. Please contact us at info@bostoncrusaders.org if you experience difficulty at checkout.