Did you know? The Blue Stars placed 2nd at the first DCI championship in 1972. In 1983, they ceased operations and did not return to finals again until 2008. During that time they won Open Class(Div 2/3) finals multiple times.

The Order Drum and Bugle Corps

Corps Information

Director: MercySMH

Division: World Class

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Money: $165,200.00

Bio: The Order is a World Class drum and bugle corps and one of the premier marching arts institutions in the Midwest. The ensemble is known for producing some of the darkest, most intense, and uncompromising programs in contemporary competitive marching.

Founded on the principle that excellence is non-negotiable, The Order exists to deliver the highest levels of artistry, emotional weight, and performance clarity within twelve minutes on the field. These performances demand absolute commitment—discipline, sacrifice, and elite-level preparation are not optional. This is a program built for performers who intend to contend. The Order is where champions are forged.

During the Spring Training season, The Order rehearses at Michigan State University, providing access to premier rehearsal facilities and an environment that prioritizes professional standards, physical readiness, and exceptional member quality of life.

Originally founded under the name Regiment of Mercy, The Order is a founding ensemble of D.C.T.G. The corps made its World Class debut with the identity-defining production Noctivagus, establishing the dark, commanding aesthetic that continues to define The Order on the world stage.

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Awards
Gold

0

Silver

1

Bronze

0

1st Place

17

2nd Place

21

3rd Place

3

I&E Wins

4

Caption Awards
Brass

0

Drumline

0

Pit

1

Visual

0

Music Ensemble

0

Visual Ensemble

0

Color Guard

1

Corps History - Season 3

The Order Drum and Bugle Corps Scoring History

No scoring history available for this season.

Tour Schedule

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Show Calendar
Show # Date Show Name Show Location Score Placement
1 March 14, 2026 Green Bay Classic Green Bay, Wisconsin - -
2 March 15, 2026 North Tour Kansas City Kansas City, Missouri - -
3 March 16, 2026 Drums Along Arlington Arlington, Texas - -
4 March 17, 2026 East Rutherford St. Patrick's Day Festival East Rutherford, New Jersey - -
5 March 18, 2026 East Festival Invitational Foxborough, Massachusetts - -
6 March 20, 2026 Drums Along Showcase Inglewood, California - -
7 March 21, 2026 Coastal Grand Prix Miami Gardens, Florida - -
8 March 22, 2026 East Showcase Showcase Charlotte, North Carolina - -
9 March 24, 2026 Music Games Cleveland Cleveland, Ohio - -
10 March 25, 2026 Showcase Invitational Cincinnati, Ohio - -
11 March 27, 2026 South Festival Classic Nashville, Tennessee - -
12 March 28, 2026 Michigan Showcase Detroit, Michigan - -
13 March 29, 2026 North Preview Chicago Chicago, Illinois - -
14 March 31, 2026 West Showcase Festival Denver, Colorado - -
15 April 3, 2026 West Encore Seattle Seattle, Washington - -
16 April 4, 2026 DCI Santa Clara Santa Clara, California - -
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