Genesis Drum & Bugle Corps

COVID-19 Update: Genesis DBC 2020 Season Canceled

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From DCI:

“We know this is a difficult time for everyone as we all respond to the COVID-19 crisis. The events worldwide have impacted Drum Corps International as well, forcing cancellation of the 2020 Summer Tour as of Wednesday, March 25.

DCI’s voting membership unanimously reached the difficult decision with great regret after thorough evaluation of numerous factors affecting participant health and safety, travel requirements, logistics, venue availability, and other associated issues. The membership also agreed that in order to preserve the opportunity for this year’s class of age-outs, performers will receive additional eligibility based on existing age requirements with a one-year extension.

Above all else, the entire DCI community remains unified in its commitment to preserve the health, safety, and well-being of everyone involved in our activity.

We share in the profound disappointment of the thousands of remarkable performers who will be unable to take the field this summer on the 2020 DCI Tour. We encourage every one of them to continue to commit fully to the pursuit of their personal best. We sincerely hope that corps members everywhere will continue to embrace the values taught through participation in the marching arts to remain motivated until we are able to perform together under the stadium lights once again.

We are extremely grateful for everyone who continues to support our participating corps — from the incredible teachers, designers, judges and administrators to the uniform, instrument and marching music products companies. We are fortunate to have a nationwide network of Tour Event Partners, band directors, schools and performance venues who keep the lights shining bright on our performers. Our most heartfelt appreciation also goes out to the countless staff, event staff, volunteers, health and wellness providers, and to DCI’s vast family of fans around the world, along with countless parents and alumni who have always been the unconditional allies of our performers.

DCI and all participating organizations will shift focus from tour preparation to addressing the sizable operational and financial challenges resulting from these extraordinary circumstances. In the coming weeks and months, DCI and the corps will work to develop the plans necessary to return to a full schedule in 2021.”

We will provide information soon on ways to help ensure that drum corps emerges from this crisis stronger than ever. Together, we will #MarchOn.

March Camp Canceled Amid Coronavirus Concerns

In light of the recent Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, we are paying close attention to developments surrounding the virus and how it may affect Genesis DBC operations. As more information is revealed, we have prepared to make any changes to plans and procedures to continue our mission of prioritizing the health and wellness of our performers, volunteers, and staff.

At the time that we are posting this, the threat level for COVID-19 in Austin, TX is low, however South by Southwest (SXSW)— the music festival scheduled for March 13-22, 2020— has been canceled.

In light of this decision by the city of Austin, the Genesis DBC administrative team has come to the decision that it is appropriate to cancel the rehearsal camp scheduled for March 13-15, 2020.

We encourage everyone to educate themselves on COVID-19 and best practices for preventing the spread of the virus. What we know about COVID-19 is that it’s spread from person to person, so we will continue to put emphasis on:

Regular hand-washing with soap and warm water
Refraining from touching the face and mouth
Discouraging sharing food and beverages

We are following official sources for our updates, and we recommend that you bookmark these to remain informed:

The CDC provides daily updates that we will continue to follow and use to inform our decisions. We will notify all Genesis DBC performers, families, and staff of any further changes immediately. If you have any concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via email at [email protected].