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60th Anniversary Cabs / 10th Anniversary Cabs.org!
The Hawthorne Caballeros are celebrating their 60th anniversary this year and with that our website is celebrating it's 10th year of existence.  Being such a special year we wanted to do something extra special for our fans who have made cabs.org their online home for information not just about the Caballeros but for all drum corps news.

For the entire 2006 season we will be putting up a video clip of the week honoring great Caballeros corps of the past.  Some of this footage will even been in Black and White, and even others with no sound.  Each clip will be optimized for streaming on the web and are best viewed with a broadband connection.  Past weeks clips will be moved to a new 60th anniversary page where you can get any clip you might have missed.

Thanks again as the Caballeros thank YOU our fans for all your support over the past 60 years.  May we see all of you around cheering for the next 60!

What a better way to start than with a video of the most recent Caballeros Championship!

11/27/2006
I again have run out of footage.  If anyone has video from the following years please contact me at webmaster@cabs.org so I can continue providing the video of the week!

1980
1978, 1975, 1973, 1971
1968, 1966, 1965, 1964, 1963
1959, 1957, 1956, 1955, 1953, 1952, 1951, 1950
1949, 1947, 1946

11/20/2006 - 1986 Clap Show, Reading, PA
10/9/2006 - 1967 American Legion Nationals, Boston, MA -
2nd Place - 80.333
10/2/2006 - 1981 DCA Finals, Philadelphia, PA - 5th Place - 85.150
9/25/2006 - 1993 DCA Prelims, Scranton, PA - 3rd Place - 91.700
9/18/2006 - 2002 DCA Finals, Scranton, PA -
6th Place - 91.150
9/11/2006 - 2005 DCA Finals, Scranton, PA -
7th Place - 89.688
9/4/2006 - 2006 DCA Finals, Rochester, NY -
4th Place - 95.000
8/28/2006 - 1995 DCA Finals, Scranton, PA - 1st Place - 97.700
8/21/2006 - 1974 Hershey, PA - 2nd Place - 80.750  **
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/14/2006 - 1997 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA - 3rd Place - 95.400
8/7/2006 - 1994 DCA Finals, Scranton, PA - 2nd Place - 95.400
7/31/2006 - 1998 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA - 3rd Place - 95.000
7/24/2006 - 1999 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA -
5th Place - 94.500
7/17/2006 - 2000 DCA Prelims, Syracuse, NY - 2nd Place - 94.400
7/10/2006 - 1992 DCA Finals, Scranton, PA - 3rd Place - 94.200
7/3/2006 - 1988 DCA Finals, Hershey, PA - 5th Place - 91.940
6/26/2006 - 1985 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA - 1st Place - 92.500
6/19/2006 - 1987 DCA Prelims, Allentown, PA - 2nd Place - 93.240
6/12/2006 - 1984 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA - 1st Place - 92.400
6/5/2006 - 1983 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA - 2nd Place - 89.950
5/29/2006 - 2001 DCA Finals, Syracuse, NY
- 3rd Place - 95.350
5/22/2006 - 1977 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA
- 2nd Place - 94.100
5/15/2006 - 1962 Redskins Game, Washington, D.C. (Windows Media Video - 79 Meg)
5/8/2006 - 1972 DCA Finals, Jersey City, NJ - 1st Place - 90.600  **
5/1/2006 - 1990 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA - 3rd Place - 96.200
4/24/2006 - 1979 DCA Finals, Hershey, PA - 2nd Place - 89.250
4/17/2006 - 1960 American Legion Nationals, Miami, FL - 1st Place - 86.060
4/10/2006 - 1989 DCA Finals, Allentown, PA - 3rd Place - 93.000
4/8/2006 - 2006 Serenade in Brass, Harrisburg, PA
4/3/2006 - 2004 DCA Prelims, Scranton, PA
- 3rd Place - 94.888
3/27/2006 - 1970 DCA Prelims, Rochester, NY - 1st Place - 80.975  **
3/20/2006 - 60th Anniversary Video (Windows Media Video - 48 Meg)
3/20/2006 - James J. Costello Jr.  "The Man with a Vision" (Windows Media Video - 64 Meg)
3/13/2006 - 1954 Wildwood, NJ (Windows Media Video - 25 Meg)
3/6/2006 - 1976 DCA Finals, Rochester, NY
1st Place - 92.500
2/26/2006 - 1948 American Legion Nationals, Miami, FL
(Windows Media Video - 49 Meg)
2/20/2006 - 1996 DCA Finals, Rochester, NY 2nd Place - 96.800
2/14/2006 - 1982 DCA Prelims, Allentown, PA 6th Place - 85.250
2/6/2006 - 1961 Redskins Game, Washington, D.C. (Windows Media Video - 74 Meg)
1/29/2006 - 1958 Wildwood, NJ. (Windows Media Video - 34 Meg)
1/22/2006 - DCA Finals 1991, Scranton, PA. 2nd Place - 96.300
1/16/2006 - Nat. Dream Contest 1969, Jersey City, NJ. 5th Place - 71.300 **

1/9/2006 - DCA Prelims 2003, Scranton, PA. 1st Place - 97.438

** Note:  1969 Dream, 1970, 1972 DCA, and 1974 Hershey video courtesy of Drum Corps Videos.  You can find these and other great videos on their website:  www.drumcorpsvideos.com


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Hawthorne Caballeros Select New Dynasty USA Drums for 2006
The Hawthorne Caballeros are proud to partner with Dynasty USA in 2006. The Caballeros recently unveiled a full set of shiny new black Dynasty Drums. Gary Gill, Percussion Caption Head and Arranger for the Caballeros said that the Caballeros chose Dynasty Percussion because “we love the design of the drums - the sturdiness and the sounds of these drums are second to none. The projection of the bass drums is awesome, nice crisp sound from the snares and a dynamic sound from the tenors. I couldn’t be happier”.

Frank Gerris, President and General Manager of the Hawthorne Caballeros commented that “we chose Dynasty USA because of their championship attitude and customer service. We are looking forward to a successful competing season with Dynasty USA as our partner”.

“We are elated to have the Hawthorne Caballeros playing Dynasty USA in 2006 and beyond” said Allan Murray, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dynasty USA. “As this is the Caballeros 60th anniversary we are just excited to be a part of it all and we wish them great success in their 60th year!”

Dynasty USA Marching Brass and Dynasty USA Marching Percussion are recognized as the leaders in marching instrument design and are used the world over by marching bands and drum corps on every level. Dynasty Marching Brass and Percussion commands instant respect on the competitive field with unparalleled quality of sound, intonation, projection, durability and design. Since 1965, Dynasty USA has proven its commitment by providing musicians with quality marching instruments. For more information on Dynasty visit www.dynastyband.com.

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March 20th - a Special Day!

On March 20th, 1946 the Hawthorne Post 199 Senior Drum & Bugle Corps was formed.  Later know as the world famous Hawthorne Caballeros!  In honor of this great day for the weekly video we will be presenting: James J. Costello Jr.  "The Man with a Vision".  This video was originally created between the 1998 and 1999 seasons for the testimonial dinner given in Jim's honor.  Today over 60 years ago is where it all began.

Also I have been sent the 60th Anniversary video that was shown at the 60th Dinner earlier this month.  So this is a special week with not one but TWO videos!

Viva Caballeros!


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Mission 06:60 Launch Successful!

On Sunday, November 27, 2005 the Hawthorne Caballeros kicked off what will be a season to remember. We had a tremendous turn-out…many new faces, a great number of returning members and friends of the Caballeros showed up to launch our 2006 season and our 60th Anniversary Corps.

The energy at Post 199 in Hawthorne was unbelievable. You could feel the excitement coming from everywhere. Our new video history of the Caballeros started off with Jim Costello talking about the great traditions of the corps. Yes, Jim was there - in our spirit, our traditions and in every Caballero in the room. Past, present and future.

Frank Gerris and Gary Gill introduced our staff and Tony Smith brought the attendees to a standing applause with the staff’s vision of the 2006 Season.

After our orientation session we all traveled to Hawthorne High School to start our first rehearsal. The sounds coming from the horns, the drum-line and the color guard rehearsals kept observers running from gym to gym. Then the entire corps got together for our first 2006 rehearsal wrap up. The drum line and pit presented the results of their rehearsal – strong basics and exercises filled the room. The horn line then performed parts of the opener followed by a beautiful and graceful demonstration from our color guard.

Yes, the Caballeros are excited about 2006 – you can feel the energy from Hawthorne, New Jersey. It is just the beginning. The beginning of a history making year – so come on down and check us out. Our first camp is scheduled for December 10th and 11th at Hawthorne High School in Hawthorne, NJ. See our schedule for details.


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Reflections Through the Future!
The Hawthorne Caballeros are excited to announce their 2006 show theme:  Reflections through the Future!

Intrigue, excitement, drama, and passion - a show that will entertain drum corps fans - past, present, and future.

Want to know more!
Contact Mike Ryan by phone (973) 709-0500 ext. 1532 - or email Mike at cabscontra@aol.com

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2006 Instructional Staff Announced!
The Hawthorne Caballeros are proud to announce the following members of the 2006 instructional staff:

Show Coordinator – Tony Smith
Tony Smith first started teaching and writing percussion when he was sixteen and would go on to teach, write and judge Drum Corps percussion nationally.

Tony has taught and designed for many Drum Corps including the Concord Blue Devils, Boston Crusaders, Crossmen and the undefeated 1982 Blue Devils as a Visual Designer. Recently he has been involved with DCI, DCA, Local and Regional H.S. Bands as a Visual Judge, and in the development and presentation of design clinics on How to Recognize and Reward Design in Drum Corps.

Staff Coordinator, Percussion Arranger and Caption Head - Gary Gill
Gary Gill, Percussion Arranger and Caption Head for the Hawthorne Caballeros since 2003 will add the role of Staff Coordinator to his responsibilities.

Gary’s list of accomplishments include Caption Head and Percussion Arranger for the Hawthorne Caballeros 2003 DCA World Champions, Percussion Consultant for Capital Regiment from 2002 to 2005, Caption Head for the Empire Statesmen in 2001 and 2002 and Bass Tech for the Reading Buccaneers, DCA Percussion Champions from 1998 – 2000. Gary has also arranged for, consulted with and won numerous awards with local high schools in Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey and has been involved as a local and regional percussion judge. Lower Dauphin High School won the TIA Indoor Percussion Championship three years in a row with Gary as Assistant Band Director and Percussion Caption Head.

Visual Design – Neal Smith & Tony Smith
Neal Smith is returning to the Hawthorne Caballeros and will partner with his brother, Tony Smith to create the visual design for our 2006 show. Neal has worked with many DCI, DCA and high school bands in the northeast as both a visual designer and judge.

Brass Arranger – Key Poulan
Key Poulan has been the Brass Arranger for the Hawthorne Caballeros since 2003. Key is the program coordinator and brass arranger for the Santa Clara Vanguard and also serves as an arranger or composer for the Magic of Orlando, Spartans, Santa Clara Vanguard Cadets, Teal Sound, Allegiance Elite, and Pride of the Lions. As the owner of Key Poulan Music, he has been recognized as one of the country’s top arrangers and composers in the area of contemporary drum corps, marching band and several concert band works to his credit. Key judged music for DCI (Drum Corps International) 1990 through 2002. In 2003 Key arranged for Esperanza who landed their first DCI Division 2 World title and for the Hawthorne Caballeros 2003 DCA World Champions.

Visual Caption Head – Kevin Bell
Kevin Bell is a judge for the National Judges Association and DCA. Kevin has worked with many local Bands and Color Guards. He has worked with The Bushwackers Drum and Bugle Corps and the New York Skyliners. In 2005, Kevin was on the staff of the DCI Division III World Champions - The Raiders Drum and Bugle Corps from Wayne NJ.

Brass Caption Head – Cliff Bialkin
Cliff Bialkin will also be returning to the Hawthorne Caballeros as Brass Caption Head. Cliff holds a BM degree in Music Education from Wilkes College in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. He has marched and instructed several senior drum corps and has been with the Hawthorne Caballeros Brass staff since 2003. Cliff has been an instrumental music teacher in Ramsey, NJ since 1988 and is currently the Band Director for Ramsey High School and the award winning Ramsey “Big Blue” Marching Band. He is an alumnus of the Caballeros and has taught in all age corps since the early nineties. He is a founding officer of the MAC Band and Color Guard Circuit. Cliff often serves as a clinician/judge to high school bands in and around the New York metropolitan area.

Color Guard Staff
Christian Delmotte is returning to the Hawthorne Caballeros as our 2006 Color Guard Caption Head and Designer. Christian joined the Caballeros in 2003 as a marching member of the 2003 World Champion Caballeros. In 2005 Christian started the year as a guard tech and took over the program mid-season. Christian has designed and consulted for many competitive, scholastic and independent programs including WGI Finalists Innuendo, and is currently working with Emanon Winter Guard, also a WGI Finalist. Allyson Gerdes and Erica Armstrong will join the guard staff as Color Guard Techs. Amy Eisenberg is the 2006 Color Guard Captain. We are proud to have this group of talented Caballeros leading the 2006 Color Guard.


Consultant - James Prime
Jim Prime will join the staff of the Hawthorne Caballeros as a consultant. Jim is internationally famous with credits that include Musical Director of Blast!, Musical Director and Brass Arranger for the Star of Indiana. Jim has been writing professionally for brass and percussion groups since 1977. Focusing his efforts on outdoor music pageantry, he has arranged the scores for the Star of Indiana and Garfield Cadets International champion drum corps, as well as many other ensembles throughout North America. With many published titles to his credit, he was a primary orchestrator for the Canadian Brass/Star of Indiana concert and Brass Theater tours of 1994-98. His arrangements were featured in the London stage production and PBS television special of Blast!

Frank Gerris, President and General Manager of the Hawthorne Caballeros has stated that “Our 2006 instructional staff bring together an amazing group of Drum Corps professionals that will work with the 2006 members and support team of the Hawthorne Caballeros to present what will be one of the greatest shows in drum corps history. We are honored to have this staff and look forward to a great year in 2006”.

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Sixty Years of Excitement!
The Hawthorne Caballeros will begin our 60th season of competition with our 2006 Open House.  Join us on November 27th, 2005 at 12:00 noon at American Legion Post #199, 1 Legion Place, Hawthorne, NJ.
Click here for directions.

Sixty Years of Tradition!
Our 60th year will be another one to remember!  At our annual corps meeting we saw lots of old and new faces - all proud of our 2005 competing corps and very excited about the 2006 Hawthorne Caballeros and the return to our Latin Roots.  We will have an amazing corps in 2006 - a wonderful mix of returning members, new talent and 60 years of Caballeros Tradition behind them.|

Sixty Years of Passion!
Find out what the Hawthorne Caballeros are all about.  To receive an email about our 2006 open house or to get additional information on membership, click here and fill out our membership information form.  Or you can contact Mike Ryan by phone (973) 709-0500 ext. 1532 - or email Mike at cabscontra@aol.com.


Come and experience the Hawthorne Caballeros - we are looking forward to meeting you.


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