Bio: Black Gold B is the Open Class developmental corps of the Black Gold organization, created to provide younger performers with a meaningful and educational drum corps experience. Serving as a stepping stone toward World Class Black Gold, the corps focuses on building strong fundamentals, confidence, performance maturity, and a deeper understanding of the drum corps activity.
Based in Kentucky and carrying the same identity, grit, and regional pride as Black Gold, Black Gold B gives emerging performers the opportunity to grow within the organization while competing on a shorter, more accessible tour schedule. The corps is designed for students who may not yet be ready for the full demands of a World Class season but are eager to train, perform, and represent the Black Gold name.
With a younger membership base and a developmental mission, Black Gold B emphasizes education first. Members will receive quality instruction in brass, percussion, color guard, visual performance, leadership, teamwork, and rehearsal discipline. The goal is not only to compete successfully in Open Class, but to prepare members for future opportunities with World Class Black Gold and beyond.
| A Member Corps of Black Gold Performing Arts Association |
"Twisted Nerve"
Selections from & arrangements of:
Music from Pyscho, Bernard Herrmann
Music from Serenada Schizophrania, Danny Elfman
Bad Guy, Billie Eilish
Twisted Nerve, Bernard Herrmann
Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood, The Animals
107 Steps, Björk
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| Show # | Date | Show Name | Show Location | Score | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | July 11, 2026 | East Rutherford Championship | East Rutherford, New Jersey | 33.09 | 3rd |
| 2 | July 12, 2026 | Corps Wars on the Field | Foxborough, Massachusetts | 32.87 | 3rd |
| 3 | July 17, 2026 | Symphony of Baltimore | Baltimore, Maryland | 36.64 | 3rd |
| 4 | July 18, 2026 | Late Season | Cleveland, Ohio | - | - |
| 5 | July 20, 2026 | East Momentum Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | - | - |
| 6 | July 25, 2026 | Summer Championship | Denver, Colorado | - | - |
| 7 | July 26, 2026 | West Preview Fest | Las Vegas, Nevada | - | - |
| 8 | July 29, 2026 | Community Showcase Santa Clara | Santa Clara, California | - | - |
| 9 | July 31, 2026 | South Power Play Night | New Orleans, Louisiana | - | - |
| 10 | August 4, 2026 | South Parade of Showcase | College Station, Texas | - | - |
| 11 | August 6, 2026 | DCI Prelims | Indianapolis, Indiana | - | - |
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