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Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Sunrisers Take Strenuous Weekend In Stride
The Sunrisers had their most strenuous weekend of the year but they fought their way through it.
They rehearsed, did a very long Firemen’s Parade in Avenel, New Jersey, and after being fed,
rehearsed some more while ducking and dodging the Cicadas, which were out by the millions… everywhere!!!
The Sunrisers would like to thank Fire Chief Andy Mazzarella for the wonderful treatment of the corps with a great grass field to rehearse on and… Did I mention the great food?
On Sunday, we rehearsed in our familiar surroundings at the SBC and are attempting to clean and coordinate the show in
preparation for our first competition on July 6th in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.
We would also like to wish all of the dads a very happy Father’s Day and would like them and everyone else to come to our Alumni-Parent Picnic on July 20th at the SBC.
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
We first find an artist sitting at an easel in front of a blank canvas.
Stirred by the beauty of the sunset, the colors of dusk make their way to and from the canvas.
As night falls, the painter grows weary from the creative mind hard at work.
The artist falls fast asleep, leaving the colors to take on a life of their own.
As if in a dream, the shades of the palette come alive to create a vision of the night sky.
Our artist awakes to find the colors of the day and shades of night battling head to head.
And just as time must always go on, this battle is a futile one… day will always remain the victor.
Born from this clash, a painter’s masterpiece emerges and is finally revealed...
From Brentwood, NY… The Long Isand Sunrisers!!!
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Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Sunrisers Announce Annual Parents - Alumni Picnic
The Sunrisers would like to announce the annual Alumni-Parent Picnic. It will be held on July 20th at the:
Sunrise Business Center
3500 Sunrise Highway,
Great River, East Islip,
Long Island, NY.
This will be the first opportunity for our alumni to meet the parents of most of our members and a chance to see
the famous Selden Cadets and the 2013 Long Island Sunrisers in exhibition.
There will be door prizes for the parents and numerous prizes for everyone.
Everyone is asked to bring drum corps food and anything that goes with that, like water and juices.
You can see more information on our Facebook page.
Come and see old friends and make new ones and this is another opportunity to support the Orange and Blue.
The corps is right on schedule, completing the 2013 production of “A Painter’s Canvas.”
Despite the rain, wind and cold, the staff and members persevered and are close to completion of its goal to be “Bigger and Better” for 2013.
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Sunrisers Announce Tuition Support Program
The Sunrisers would like to announce the start of their “Tuition Support Program.”
The “TSP” has already begun with donations from Jan and Lenny Haring and “Root Beer,”
also known as Michael S. Ferrara. So far I’ve just been advised that Jim Downey is supporting two members.
Way to go Jimmy! We need your help guys. You wanted us bigger and better and to be like the Sunrisers of old.
Well, being bigger costs a lot more! More buses, more instruments, a bigger Pit with more equipment,
guard equipment and uniforms. You know what it takes.
The “TSP” cost is $250.00 per member but I’m not asking for specific amounts.
Whatever you can give will be appreciated. Dania Cabrera, who’s not Cabrera any longer,
well, she and her husband gave the corps a matching grant from his employers and will send the same amount which doubles the donation.
Wow! That’s what I’m talking about.
You are going to be proud of this Corps when you see us on the field and you can be a definite part of the corps’ rise.
The last couple of rehearsals have made many people smile. The show is really impressive.
Check us out in Clifton, New Jersey on the 13th of July. It will be our second show but it’s fairly local.
Don’ forget to check the “Schedule” page link at the top of this page for the latest
schedule information.
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Sunrisers’ Website Returns
Howdy All! We are so happy to be back. Mr. Sederquist is functioning with a brand new knee
and is adjusting to doing high leg lift at this time. Welcome back Howie. You never
know how much people are appreciated until they’re no longer there.
The Orange and Blue have progressed tremendously since we've last communicated.
The corps is in full “drill learning mode” and has already learned the complete Opener.
The uniforms are done and we have a new look for this coming season. It’s a secret
right now but if you drop by a rehearsal (at the Sunrise Business Center, 3500 Sunrise
Highway) you just might overhear someone talking about the big changes in store for the Sunrisers.
We’ve finally received our 12 new bugles and are now sporting our brand new Pearl drums.
The guard is five times the size as we were last year and with that we would like to welcome the new
Assistant Guard Caption Head, Mr. Anthony DeMarino (of Mineola High School fame.) Mr. DeMarino will also serve as our Program and Visual Consultant.
The guard will be smoking hot this season. Also speaking of this season, the DCA picks for position have been completed.
It was a collaborative effort by the management team but we only have to go on first at one
show (Caballeros on July 13th in Clifton, NJ.) The season looks very promising so please
come to a show in your area and support the Sunrisers.
Everyone who is interested in becoming part of the “Orange and Blue” experience should check the Sunrisers’ web site for schedule information.
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Sunrisers Prepare For Holyoke Parade
The last two weekends proved to be very productive for the Sunrisers.
After solidifying relations with our home facility by doing a standstill exhibition, playing
our 2013 show last Saturday for the ROTC competition at the Sonderling Building in
Brentwood High this week, we marched outdoors for the first time this season challenging the elements.
Getting prepared for its annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in Holyoke, Massachusetts
held on March 17th, the Orange and Blue get to perform in front of another live audience and the local television station.
This should be a fun time for the new members to experience a four hour bus ride and to march in one of the longest parades of the year.
Everything will get more and more exciting because the complete musical show is finished.
The corps gets back together on April 6th and two weeks later (weather permitting) the
Sunrisers will start to learn their new visual program created by Bob Steinhilber and
assisted by veteran alumni Raymond Sykes and Paul Williams with help from Jim Downey, Paul Hedling and Director David Abrams.
Everyone who is interested in becoming part of the “Orange and Blue” experience should check the Sunrisers’ web site for schedule information.
The Sunrisers’ next rehearsal will be April 6th, 2013, 10:00am to 6:00pm at the
Brentwood High School’s Sonderling Building.
There are still spots available in all sections and it is part of the
corps’ drive in becoming “Bigger and Better.” Come on down and check us out. We feel that you will like what you see!
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Last weekend, the Sunrisers enjoyed another solid rehearsal with more new music learned and coordinated by the finest staff the DCA circuit has to offer.
This weeks’ sectional advantage goes to the brass for adding new members to the ranks to fill out the needed voices to insure a great, complete sound from the hornline.
The corps is preparing for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day events and is getting ready to show off their brand spanking new Pearl Drums, a much needed asset to this section.
The corps is also very happy to announce that we received a visit from DCA’s own Publicity Director, Mr. Dave Hobart,
who left the rehearsal happy and satisfied at the corps’ progress from year to year.
Thank you Dave, for your support and come again anytime.
Everyone, alumni, friends and supporters, who are interested in becoming part of the “Orange and Blue” experience should check the Sunrisers’ web site for schedule information.
There are still spots available in all sections and it is part of the
corps’ drive in becoming “Bigger and Better.” Come on down and check us out. We feel that you will like what you see!
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
The Sunrisers have repeatedly improved their form from rehearsal to rehearsal in their quest to have their best drum corps in many years.
This past Saturday was no exception, having finished two-thirds of their musical show and ensembleing the corps to demonstrate
how much further along they are than they were at this time last year, the results were obvious.
The Sun has risen and everyone was once again smiling at the sound and coordination between brass and percussion.
Having new members expand the color guard ranks, we always have to say there are still spots available in all sections but are closing fast.
This is a very exciting time for the corps so do not be left out.
Everyone who is interested in becoming part of the “Orange and Blue” experience should check the Sunrisers’ web site for schedule information.
The Sunrisers’ next rehearsal will be February 16th, 2013, 10:00am to 6:00pm at the
Brentwood High School’s Sonderling Building.
There are still spots available in all sections and it is part of the
corps’ drive in becoming “Bigger and Better.” Come on down and check us out. We feel that you will like what you see!
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
Sunrisers’ Newsfeed Update
Sunrisers Announce Drum Major for 2013
The Sunrisers would like to announce Keri-Lyn Cipriani as our new 2013 Drum Major.
Keri-Lyn is a veteran of the Sunrisers having served in a similar capacity with the corps in 2009.
Welcome back Keri-Lyn!
The Sunrisers have repeatedly improved their form from rehearsal to rehearsal in their quest to have their best drum corps in many years.
This past Saturday was no exception, having completely finished learning their “opener” and ensembleing the corps to demonstrate
how much further along they are than they were at this time last year, the results were obvious. The Sun has risen.
The alumni and fans of the “Orange and Blue” watched as the staff coordinated brass and percussion to everyone’s
approval and were pleased with the intensity and spirit of the young corps as well as their sound.
Watch for some exciting events with the World Famous Percussionist Sunrisers’ Alumnus, Billy Cobham
and the Sunrisers… coming soon… stay tuned!
Everyone who is interested in becoming part of the “Orange and Blue” experience should check the Sunrisers’ web site for schedule information.
The Sunrisers’ next rehearsal will be February 2nd, 2013, 10:00am to 6:00pm at the
Brentwood High School’s Sonderling Building.
There are still spots available in all sections and it is part of the
corps’ drive in becoming “Bigger and Better.” Come on down and check us out. We feel that you will like what you see!
… Nat Mazyck - Sunrisers’ Business Manager
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