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  1. I didn’t realize it wouldn’t post my email address—
    Thanks for any info on the Mello Dears if you have it, for my scrapbook!
    shawnmariesimmons@yahoo.com

    Shawn-Marie Simmons UNITED STATES — December 30, 2008 @ 5:04 pm

  2. I was a member of the Owego Mello Dears and trying to figure out what years! I just came across some old pics in the green uniform with the white billowing sleeves. Long white knee highs. I remember joining a little bit before a long bus ride from Owego down to FL, where we marched in a parade in Walt Disney World. The memories coming back of the heat and the bugs! All those hot practice days in a field! Is any of this ringing a bell with anyone out there? I only have these couple pictures for some reason, and boy the memories came back! I would love to add the correct or approx. dates that this took place. I know it would have had to have been mid to late 70’s at least. I am not sure how long the Mello Dears lasted, have been trying to get info off google, but no luck. Would like to put a little info in my scrapbook if anyone has any! Thanks so much!

    Thanks and Happy New Year!

    Shawn-Marie Simmons UNITED STATES — December 30, 2008 @ 5:03 pm

  3. Hello My Brothers & Sisters!

    This is Al Smith (The Governor) from CMCC Warriors & Pen & Scroll (22nd Line). Wow, I was just searching for anyone afiliated with the organization online and I found this Guestbook. My e-mail is AlSMith@AJFiber.com and I am now located in Detroit, MI. Someone reach out to me as I want to contact as many of my past affiliates as I can!
    Happy Holidays!

    Al Smith UNITED STATES — December 18, 2008 @ 9:15 am

  4. Steven - I’m taking you up on having a Riversider reunion at your house. Start Planning. LOL!

    Deb McDonald Jackson UNITED STATES — October 25, 2008 @ 6:52 am

  5. Hey Riversiders ~ I was in the Riversiders with Shelia and twirled the Rifle with Ronnie, Stevie, Cherly and Paula. Nice to be in touch! - Holla Back!

    Deb Jackson UNITED STATES — October 25, 2008 @ 6:46 am

  6. Hey I forgot my address madseventies17@yahoo.com

    Jose vazquez UNITED STATES — October 22, 2008 @ 2:40 pm

  7. is anybody there? i pledged on the 16th line of pen & scroll. Also marched with the band from 75 to 79. HOLLA BACK!!!!

    Jose vazquez UNITED STATES — October 22, 2008 @ 2:34 pm

  8. Hey everybody, glad to hear all is still alive and well. Marched with the Riversiders
    Colorguard. Give a holla

    Sheila (Locklear) Kirkland UNITED STATES — October 21, 2008 @ 8:34 pm

  9. Does anyone remember Fantasia3..I was a memeber back in the late 70’s early 80’s

    Kirt UNITED STATES — October 19, 2008 @ 8:36 pm

  10. My sisters and I started out in Monterey Park Girls, then Diplomats, a short time with Kingsmen, then California Crusaders,Velvet Knights then finally Royal Regiment Color Guard. Miss drum corps and drum corps friends.

    Kristie McGuire UNITED STATES — October 2, 2008 @ 7:02 pm

  11. Firts of all this is a great site. I marched in Doremus from Hackensack NJ before joing the St Andrews Bridgemen in 1973. I have been playing mellophone in the Bridgemen Alumni Corps since 2005. If anyone out there know me drop me a line. PEACE & HYPE!!!!!

    Arnold T. Everett Jr UNITED STATES — September 19, 2008 @ 11:48 am

  12. Happen to bump into this location. Best to all who marched with the Warriors and pledged into Pen & Scroll.

    cecil rogers UNITED STATES — September 18, 2008 @ 12:48 am

  13. I really miss the excitement of actually participating in competition. However, I can relive the experience through the young members of Drum Corps today. I try to always attend the finals in Allentown every year. I live in the Poconos now and maybe I’ll have the whole corps over before the competition,that is the Riversiders alumni association:),one year. May you all continue to be blessed by the best. Have a good year.
    Steve H.
    Contra Line

    Steve Hendricks UNITED STATES — September 17, 2008 @ 6:39 pm

  14. SABER EDGE DAYS

    puncho D UNITED STATES — September 3, 2008 @ 6:05 pm

  15. Iwas inTHE SABER EDGEDRUM & BUBLE CORPS. I REMBER GOING places that as kid i thoughout i would never get their. i rember buses braking down hot long marches. buttlovewas stillthere

    puncho D UNITED STATES — September 3, 2008 @ 6:02 pm

  16. “Every thing in the earth is available to you, but everything isn’t good for you. what belongs to everyone is their ‘choice’”. Dr. Jay

    DR, JAY UNITED STATES — September 1, 2008 @ 5:37 pm

  17. Syracuse Maurauders, Yannkee Maurauders, Fulton Gauchos - anybody out there? Late 70’s.

    Lisa Roche (Saulle) UNITED STATES — August 6, 2008 @ 8:17 am

  18. I pledged P&S on the 5th 1ine. Has anybody heard from Jerry, Penny, Tanya, or Robin? Please send an email to genesisgds@aol.com. Also a member of the Warriors.

    Gloria Grayson Black UNITED STATES — July 27, 2008 @ 9:26 pm

  19. Hey Deborah Catlin! This is David Elam from Apt.1E in 25 Monument Walk. I was in the Mighty Privateers from its inception until 1964. The Riversiders had one of the best horn instuctors in the game with John Chalmus. I know because I played solo soprano in the horn line with John. Hope to see Brooklyn in the house on 7/26/08 in Atlanta.

    David Elam — June 5, 2008 @ 2:22 pm

  20. Arnez N. Foster spackadaady2000@yahoo.com

    whats up frat bro's especially kevin scott.This is nez. Arnez Foster — May 19, 2008 @ 8:55 pm

  21. What’s up frat brothers and sisters of Pen & Scroll. Kevin Scott in particular and any other frat members. I was much surprised to see P&S on the internet. All warriors proud of all of you to remember the creed of Mr. Burgie concept of bringing us all together today in remembrance of N.Y.City mission Society Cadet corps. (Nez.Arnez Foster)

    whats up frat bro's especially kevin scott.This is nez. Arnez Foster — May 19, 2008 @ 8:52 pm

  22. HERES TO ALL THE COACHMEN MEMBERS.

    DAN BRAMBLE — May 18, 2008 @ 6:30 pm

  23. I would like to have some pictures out of that time

    Sonja Veen NETHERLANDS — March 21, 2008 @ 1:54 pm

  24. I was a member in 1983 of de Memphis Blues, I would like to contact with persons from that time, I’m from Holland and was then the first girl who went outside the country

    Sonja Veen NETHERLANDS — March 21, 2008 @ 1:49 pm

  25. I was in the Saint Matthias Blue Max also from
    1980-1983 in the color guard.
    I would like to know are there Fantasia Corp memebers out there because for the years I was in the BLUE MAX they were our biggest rivals

    Denise White UNITED STATES — March 10, 2008 @ 4:05 am

  26. Riversiders. Remembering the good old days! COLOR GUARD CAPTAIN: DEBORAH CATLIN
    BROTHERS: JUNIOR AND LIONEL CATLIN ON SOPRANO

    Deborah Catlin UNITED STATES — February 26, 2008 @ 8:43 pm

  27. I too was a Kingston Indian .. Way back when

    John Sottile UNITED STATES — February 18, 2008 @ 4:37 pm

  28. Hey Riversiders,

    I don’t know how to contact you guys but my e-mail address is Goldinchild@verizon.net or Ceeecee1@aol.com just use one it doesnt matter which one…i need to hear from you.

    Carol Courtney

    Carol Courtney UNITED STATES — February 9, 2008 @ 4:38 am

  29. Hey Riversiders
    My name is Carol I was the mascot for the Riversiders. My sister was the drum major Leola Courtney and Pat was one of the leaders at that time to. My mother was one of the faithful parents that went everywhere we went. I always wonder what happened to Billy Gordon also I tried to track him down a few years ago to no avail. Well it was good hearing from you and if any one has any pictures, video even though video wasnt really out really then. Reel to reel or anything i would love to see them.

    Love to you all you drum corp nuts.

    Peace.

    Carol Courtney UNITED STATES — February 9, 2008 @ 4:29 am

  30. I was in the St. Matthias Blue Max from 1975 - 1978. Any of you out there????

    Donna Flynn UNITED STATES — January 22, 2008 @ 1:26 pm

  31. I was in the Ridley Park Rangers (PA) from 58-61 and the Cleveland Caballaros from 62 - 1970 Later Rochester Patriots music director and Rochester Crusaders Sop

    Tim UNITED STATES — January 20, 2008 @ 12:00 am

  32. Drum Corps is ALIVE & WELL in Brooklyn.
    Check out the our site.
    We’d love to have ya stop by.
    Tom Breen Brooklyn United Director
    All Welcome from any corps anywhere……….Happy New year

    Tom Breen UNITED STATES — December 27, 2007 @ 7:01 pm

  33. I’m just looking for Squires alumni from the 80.81 years.

    Volper UNITED STATES — December 23, 2007 @ 8:58 am

  34. Hi Tony you were a great instructor for the Caballaros. Good to see you’re doing okay.

    David UNITED STATES — December 20, 2007 @ 8:37 am

  35. Hello. I have an old photo that may be the Midlanders. I was hoping maybe you could confirm it.

    Grover Clark UNITED STATES — December 8, 2007 @ 9:04 am

  36. I forgot to give my emai address. jschalmus@alltel.net
    I would like to here from you.

    John Chalmus UNITED STATES — November 30, 2007 @ 3:11 pm

  37. Hi Guys,
    This is John Chalmus. The horn instruct, Hope all is well. I was just thinking about the Riversiders. I now live in Atlanta Ga, Merry Christmas to all. John C.

    John Chalmus UNITED STATES — November 30, 2007 @ 3:07 pm

  38. IT’S OFFICIAL!!!!
    The Midlanders Alumni Corps LIVES! (MAC)

    Tuesday, October 23rd marked the triumphant return of the Midlanders to the world of Drum Corps once more. We are having a difficult time tracking down the corps’ repertoire from 1972-1977. So if anyone would have a track of any year between 1972-1977 and would like to share please, contact me at zeus@magma.ca your support would be much appreciated.
    Thanks in advance.
    Rainer

    Rainer CANADA — November 13, 2007 @ 7:09 am

  39. I WAS IN THE CORPS IN THE BEGINNING OF IT TO 1968..THE CLEVELAND CABALLEROS, WE WENT FROM DRUM AND BATON TO DRUM AND BUGLE CORPS. ANYONE OUT THERE THIS OLD???

    BILLIE UNITED STATES — November 10, 2007 @ 9:54 am

  40. Looking back at the fun years playing a snare drum with a little known corp “Jersey Cyclones” from Matawan New Jersey. We did a few years in the Greater New York Circuit …. 62′, 63′ and 64. We placed 3′rd a few times in the circuit. Talk about pride …. What a fun time. Started practicing briefly with SAC and even marched in a parade with them once. Got drafted and that was that.

    Bob UNITED STATES — October 23, 2007 @ 7:29 am

  41. I marched with the Monarchs. I remember competing against the Riversiders in the early 70s, Wow they had a fun show. My son is now in the HS band, bringing back all of those wonderful memories. It’s so expensive now. I couldn’t have afforded it when I was a kid.

    Debbie UNITED STATES — October 17, 2007 @ 6:50 am

  42. Also pledged Pen & Scroll. 16th Line. Your name sounds familiar Allen, but can’t place the face. Often think back on those days and how that organization molded me. Good luck to you.

    Kevin Scott UNITED STATES — October 4, 2007 @ 6:50 pm

  43. I marched with the Mello Dears! And Fred Ford is still kicking…around the Owego VFW mostly….

    CAthleen Koons Wiggs UNITED STATES — September 19, 2007 @ 12:47 pm

  44. Marched with CMCC Warriors D&B (Hornline Baritone) in the 70’s, was also involved with the Cadet corps in drill team competition and pledged to the 21st line of the Pen & Scroll Military Fraternity. It was a wonderful time and an experience I will never forget. This really goes out to MR. Burgie and Papa D, may they rest in peace.

    allen martinez UNITED STATES — September 6, 2007 @ 10:17 pm

  45. I played contrabass for the Riversiders in 1968. Thanks for those good years

    Steve Hendricks UNITED STATES — August 22, 2007 @ 9:57 pm

  46. I march with the Riversiders before they took the Riversiders. We use to learn fundimentals drumming, bugling and marching at Saint Ann’s Church by the Farragut Housing Projects. We would move outside over by the warehouses on front st. I belive, that just happend to be in eye site of the east RIVER. Management asked the members to come up with a name. A young lady in the color gaurd came up with The Riversiders. We soon relocated from the church to Dr. White’s Catholic Community Center (It was brand spanking new.) In our first M&M contest wich was in The Garden State Drum & Bugle Corp Circuit. When our score and name was announced first we jumped for joy, not realizing we where in dead last place. :-) LOL Oh the good old days. We between last and third that year. The next year, there was a new Corp in town “The Riversiders” Now we where championship material. What life changing events lay ahead of us. We beat up on corps in our circuit including the powerful Bayone Bridgemen. It took them to stop us from being circuit champs two years running. They where the only Corp to beat us in the circuit that year. Have to go now but to all my buddies in the drumline
    On Snare Drum: Echo(Des.), Double 0, Dennis and me Mike Morris. David, Clarence, Fluff on base, the Jive Five Cymbal section, the Magnificent Tenor Drum section, the Big Sound Horn Section, The Color Gaurd that had more snap then the crack of a whip, Dr. & Sister Watkins, Billy Borden, John Chalmus, Bobby Winslow all the parents who cared, We were the Corp that could. It ended all too soon. I miss you all. Mike Morris. Snare Drummer ‘65-68

    Mike Morris UNITED STATES — August 19, 2007 @ 3:48 pm

  47. i played soprano in the riversiders want to hear from past members

    Jerry Stallings UNITED STATES — August 1, 2007 @ 11:28 pm

  48. Hello my name is Alana i marched with Sky Ryders in 86 and 88. I have a ton of pics that i will post soon on the Sky Ryders website, but if anyone has pics of those years please let me know. Any fellow drumline or colorguard members from those years holla back please……..

    Alana UNITED STATES — July 17, 2007 @ 9:34 am

  49. Looking for former members of the Buckeye State Caballaros. I was a member from 1976 - 1979 and instructor from 1983 - 1984. Hope to hear from you!!!

    Anthony Gilbert UNITED STATES — June 2, 2007 @ 5:07 pm

  50. You are in!

    Anonymous UNITED STATES — May 28, 2007 @ 8:43 pm

  51. i played symbols and was on the horn line ,me anthony adams and the adams brothers,i remember rodney and kenneth love,ronald locklier,shelia locklier,reggie mcfarland and a ton of others holla

    also remember brother,he was back and forth with the warriors to the riversiders,i,am a true riversider for life holla anybody ,lets get something going those skills still exist,i,am sure

    any body has pictures from dr.white hit me on line

    rodney johnson UNITED STATES — May 14, 2007 @ 12:19 pm

  52. Greetings All,

    Hey, I marched in the C.M.C.C. Warriors drumline in the 70’s, even though my brother Poo, and I are from Brooklyn!

    Hey, by some of the stuff I read on this site I have something that might be of importance to you. Me and mant others from the days have indeed started a drum & bugle corps, and you may want in as you might even know some of the people involved.

    The name of the corps is: Network we have instruments, and stuff galore! If you’re seriously interested in becoming apart of the network write me an email for more details.

    Herschel Vaughn UNITED STATES — May 6, 2007 @ 9:19 am

  53. I marched with Mello-Dears from 1970 to 1975. I played Mellophone. Anyone out there that remembers me? Best years of my life! Met so many good friends, and went so many places. GREAT TIMES!

    Kay Fisk Skinner UNITED STATES — April 21, 2007 @ 9:51 pm

  54. hey Mello Dears where are you?

    Diane Eriksen(now Vaughn) UNITED STATES — April 1, 2007 @ 8:25 pm

  55. Played snare drum with Lawmen and Statenaires in late 60’s greater N.y.circut. Great friends and music, Enjoyed Skyliners and Blessed Sac to name a few…Those were the days my friend!!

    charlie salerno UNITED STATES — April 1, 2007 @ 1:24 pm

  56. Hey Amy Mchenry, and other Mello-Dear alumni that I marched with between 1976-1979, email me at ryasusan@gmail.com Love to hear from you! Hey is Fred Ford still kicking around the bus garage?

    Susan Gauss Ryan UNITED STATES — February 16, 2007 @ 3:04 pm

  57. Hey all former Mello-Dears out there, would love to hear from you. I played contra-bass for the female green machine from 1976-1979, with a repeat in 1983. I live in JACKSONVILLE Fl, and I married my sweetie from 76’s/Gauchos.

    Susan Gauss Ryan UNITED STATES — February 16, 2007 @ 12:06 pm

  58. Hello from Alaska,

    My name is Rick Shea, I found your emails while looking on the web for old recordings. I’m sorry I do not remember your names but you probably do not remember mine either. I am 1 of 4 brothers (Jim, Mike, Me, and Will) we all marched in both the Cleveland Caballeros and the Buckeye State Cabs after the merger from 72′ to 77′. I played the baritone, my brothers Jim played soprano, Mike played all over the drum line, and Will played cymbals. I still have old buttons, programs, ticket stubs and many old pictures and great memories. I recently retired from the Air Force after many years of traveling and setteled here in Alaska. Last summer I searched the web and bought 3 CDs

    1973 U.S. Open (Marion, OH) Vol 1 Cleveland Cabs
    1977 American International Open (Butler, PA) Vol 1 and 2 Buckeye State Cabs

    I also bought a great Hawthore Muchachos CD on the eBay.
    Funny how literally hundreds of thousands of kids like us were in Drum Corps but seldom do you run into people who have any idea what you’re talking about. Many years ago while stationed at the AF Academy in Colorado I found a DCI championship on a cable channel and watched every minute - it was very different from our time period. I won’t bug you anymore - check http://www.drumcorpsworld.com for the CD’s above, they might still have them. Good luck and good talking to you

    Rick Shea UNITED STATES — February 4, 2007 @ 12:38 am

  59. I was in the Riversiders on the drum line (base drum, concert cymbals, small kettle). Also was drum major (riefly) along with my brother Alexander. I try to stay abreast of drum corps info and competitions. I know alot of us are not around any more, but maybe a reunion of some sorts can be put together. I often see our old director (the postman who lived in queens). Anyway, drop a line and May God Bless You!

    Leonardo Morrison UNITED STATES — December 1, 2006 @ 3:52 pm

  60. its a sunday here and im always listening to your songs all, i have widowed so many of your songs but there;s only one that i can;t play it same as the melodic form of your fingers in “Dreams We dreamt together” I really so in love with this song of all u played. I’v gone to your concerts here in the philippines in Cebeu. hope u still remember in cebu plaza ballroom before and i let you sign in my book, your songs that you compiled which i bought.

    Jeenu Tiu PHILIPPINES — October 15, 2006 @ 3:19 am

  61. my heart is beating so fast, i’ve finally found my old drum corp. i was in the ridgeman from 69′-71…in fact i was the frist black in the all male winter guard.( remember?). i also played contra bass & baritone, and double tenor..i live upstate in catskill,ny and still play now and then. i’m currently getting ready to start a jr drum corp here and would apperciate any help with equipment for my kids…thx!

    greg" spanky" robinson UNITED STATES — September 29, 2006 @ 12:32 am

  62. Hey,
    I was in the Riversiders from Brooklyn New York and we were in competition with the Warriors and a few other corps that never beat us:-) I was looking for anyone in the New York area thats willing to help start up a drum and bugle corp or who may know what ever happen to Billy Gordon (Director of the Riversiders)or anyone from the Riversiders. If any one knows or is interested holla!

    CeCe UNITED STATES — September 2, 2006 @ 11:57 pm

  63. I used to play the Contra bass for the Riversiders Brooklyn NY. I still attend some finals. Give me a holla if you were a member also,

    Steve Hendricks UNITED STATES — July 8, 2006 @ 4:00 pm

  64. Just wanted to say hi to everyone………….

    Michael Pee-Pee Williams UNITED STATES — June 14, 2006 @ 4:54 pm

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