Join us in 2026!
Join us in 2026!

At Blue Cadets, we strive to bring musicianship and integrity through performance.
Pros:
No Auditions
Flexible rehearsals
Works around your schedule
Tuition fees of less than $100
Open to people in the Indiana area
The Blue Cadets are proud to present their 2026 show "The Ghost of Drum Corps Past", a show about the oldies with repertoire like the Kingsmen's 1972 "English Folk Song Suite", Vanguard's "Clock", Bridgemen's "Pagliacci", 27th Lancer's "Danny Boy" and more!
Please reach us at bluecadetsdbc@outlook.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Yes, brass players must bring their own instruments. to keep costs as low as we can, we cannot provide instruments. If you don't have one, ask your director if you can use one from your school.
No! The Blue Cadets only rehearse during the day so you can go home afterwards.
Possibly. We will work around band schedules but this corps comes second to your band. If you need to skip a practice, it won't be held against you.
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Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission.
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August 8th- DCI SoundSport International Music and Food Festival, Indianapolis, IN
More dates to come!

Director
Music Arranger
Drill Writer
Biography:
Ryan Ashland is a composer and is pursuing a degree at Ball State University, is an Indy native, and is a proud member of the community. Ryan has previously dabbled in organizing a musical group and has organized gold medalist ensembles at the state level. He also comes from a long line of educators.

Assistant Director
Brass Caption Head
Biography:
Gurshan Brar enjoys living in the fast lane of life. Hailing from the golden state of California, Brar is an esteemed musician who brings power to any ensemble he partakes in. He has been involved in multiple leadership positions in his musical career. Brar is dedicated to his craft and is a tuba player by nature

Visual Caption Head
Biography:
Brendan Low is a musician from Central Indiana. A music man by trade, Brendan has marched with the Memphis Blues Drum and Bugle Corps and is very well versed on euphonium and trombone. Brendan is also pursuing a Music education degree.
A note from the Director: If today was the day you had to stop playing, how would you feel? Would you feel fulfilled? Join the Blue Cadets Drum & Bugle Corps to feel like you are part of a family.
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