Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps. For the other unit sometimes called the Phantom Regiment, see GHQ Liaison Regiment. For the musical piece by Leroy Anderson entitled The Phantom Regiment, see Leroy Anderson. The Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps (commonly referred to as "Phantom" or "The Regiment") is a World Class (formerly Division I) competitive junior drum and bugle corps based in Rockford, Illinois, USA. The corps is a long- standing member of Drum Corps International (DCI), having been a DCI World Championship Top Twelve Finalist every year since 1. DCI World Champions in 1. History[edit]Sources: [2][3][4][5]The corps was founded in 1. Col. Thomas G. Lawler. VFW Post 3. 42 who wanted a local competitive drum corps. Under the direction of Alec Haddad, the corps was provisionally named the Rockford Rangers with all- boy drums and bugles sections and an all- girl color guard to be named the Rangerettes. However, when many of the charter members were impressed by the recording of the Syracuse Brigadiers performing the Leroy Anderson composition The Phantom Regiment, the corps' name was changed before the unit made its debut, with the color guard renamed the Phantomettes. HISTORY OF THE WORCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT (1694 - 1970) 29th: 36th:Worcestershires: 1914-18: 1919-39 : 1939-45: 1945-70:2nd Bn Mercian Regt. Basic High School Wolfpack Regiment, Henderson Nevada. WOLFPACK REGIMENT 400 North Palo Verde Drive Henderson, Nevada 89015 702-799-80. The Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps (commonly referred to as 'Phantom' or 'The Regiment') is a World Class (formerly Division I) competitive junior drum and. Private Jackson, from The 3rd Battalion the Parachute Regiment, died as a result of injuries sustained during a fire-fight with Taliban forces at approximately 1400. In the corps' early years, the Phantomettes and a corps- sponsored all- boy color guard called the Raiders were competitively successful. The drum and bugle corps, however, struggled for its first few years. In 1. 96. 2, the corps bought a set of high quality bugles that had belonged to the Commonwealth Edison Knights of Light Drum and Bugle Corps which had folded two years earlier. With the new instruments and a new brass arranger, the corps began to improve. The old set of bugles went to the newly formed Phantom Regiment Cadets. Despite the Phantomettes having placed second at the 1. Regiment fielded an all- male corps, including the color guard. When scores fell behind those of the previous season, the Phantomettes returned to the corps for 1. With the girls back in the corps, successful recruitment, and new uniforms, the corps had its best season until that time, including a finish of 1. VFW National Championship preliminaries in Cleveland. The Phantomettes were honored in the graphic on the City of Rockford's 1. But, on August 2. Regimental Hall, the corps' home was badly damaged by fire. The organization was forced to sell its instruments and uniforms to pay off its debts. Middle English, from Middle French, from Late Latin regimentum, alteration of Latin regimen. First Known Use: 14th century. Norton Barracks A circular, dated 21st April 1873, contained a warrant, dated 8th April 1873, stating that her Majesty had sanctioned the formation of district brigades. RAF Regiment Gunners specialise in infantry tactics, weaponry, field craft, and force protection, defending RAF bases and overseas air operations. Financially unable to field a corps in 1. September 1. 1, 1. At the first meeting of the newly restructured corps in January, there were 2. The Regiment's 1. Bermuda shorts and an "Aussie" style hat. The season consisted mostly of parades, with few field contests. The corps owned one vehicle; a red step van to carry the equipment. In that first year of the corps' return, perhaps the corps' greatest asset was their new musical arranger, Phantom Regiment alumnus and future DCI Hall of Fame member, Jim Wren, who would go on to arrange the unit's brass music for the next 2. By 1. 97. 0, the Regiment was able to outfit the corps in new uniforms; a cadet- style jacket with a red diagonal sash dividing the black white side from the white left side, black pants with a white stripe, white buck shoes, and a shako with a 1. The corps had grown to 8. In 1. 97. 1, Wren started adding the classical music pieces that would become Phantom's trademark along with the usual pop music that most corps were playing. On a Friday the 1. Prior to the founding of DCI in 1. Phantom Regiment, like most corps of the time, was strictly a local organization. The members and the staff came from Rockford and its surrounding suburbs. Travel to contests was limited to perhaps a few hours of driving. The only "National" competition the corps had ever entered had been the 1. VFW championships in Cleveland. The corps attended the first DCI competition, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, placing 2. In 1. 97. 3, The corps returned to Whitewater and moved up to 1. In 1. 97. 4, Phantom presented its first full program of all- classical musical selections. The corps had grown to DCI's maximum of 1. Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts en route to the DCI Championships in Ithaca, New York. The corps was beating many of the activity's traditional powers and earning a reputation as a power in its own right. At DCI, the Regiment earned its first Top Twelve Finalist placement, beginning a string that has held through 2. In prelims, the corps shocked many by placing 8th, although they fell back to 1. Finals. A new uniform was conceived for the 1. Once the corps moved up to became a DCI Finalist, it also became become a consistent contender, placing 1. In 1. 97. 7, 1. 97. A fall to a 1. 0th- place finish in 1. Among other moves, the corps made a dramatic uniform change, inspired by designer Michael Cesario, adopting new, all- white uniforms more closely resembling costumes than traditional uniforms. Three years of improvement, culminated in 1. Phantom's score of 9. DCI highest score ever. That 1. 98. 9 corps joined the Kansas City Symphony on stage in a performance of "Elsa's Processional to the Cathedral" that led a newspaper reviewer to write that it was so powerful that he might never recover. From 1. 97. 5, the Phantom Regiment's field shows had been designed to maximize the musical impact while often amazing the audience by future DCI Hall of Fame member John Brazale. Returning home after the 1. DCI Championships, Brazale complained of having severe headaches for the past few weeks, was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, and died within months. The Regiment continued to turn out programs that pleased both audiences and fans, and the corps continued to be a DCI Finalist. In 1. 99. 5, the corps changed from all- white uniforms to all- black, in the same style. In 1. 99. 6, playing a program entitled "The Defiant Heart," consisting entirely of music by Dmitri Shostakovich, the Phantom Regiment finally reached the top, tying the Blue Devils of Concord, California for its first DCI World Championship. Jim Wren arranged for the corps through the 1. Michael Klesch took over arranging duties during the 2. J. D. Shaw, who arranged the corps' music from the 2. Since winning DCI in 1. Phantom has made additional uniform changes, but has mostly held to its classical music programming, although more modern music, mainly from film scores has been added. In 2. 00. 8, with their performance of "Spartacus", the Regiment defeated the Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps by a margin of 9. DCI World Championship. Through 2. 01. 4, Phantom Regiment has continued to be a DCI Finalist, with the streak extending through 4. Top Twelve finishes. The Phantom Regiment a 5. State of Illinois. As such, it has a Board of Directors, directors, and staff assigned to carry out the organization's mission. The corps' Executive Director is Rick Valenzuela, and the Corps Director is Dan Farrell. The organization also sponsors the Phantom Regiment Winter guard[6] and, in conjunction with Northern Illinois University's School of Music, the Red & Black Fall Classic Marching Band Festival and the NIU Concert Band Festival.[7]Show summary (1. Sources: [8]Gold background indicates DCI Championship; Pale shaded background indicates DCI Top 1. Finalist. Year. Theme. Repertoire. Score. Placement. 19. 72. March (from the Damnation of Faust) by Hector Berlioz / The Phantom Regiment by Leroy Anderson /America the Beautiful by Katherine Lee Bates and Samuel A. Ward / Funeral March of a Marionette by Charles Gounod /Poet & Peasant Overture by Franz von Supp. Г© / Shot in the Dark by Henry Mancini / Spellbound Concerto by Mikl. Гіs RГіzsa. 64. 4. Night on Bald Mountain by Modest Mussorgsky / The Lord's Prayer (from King of Kings) by Mikl. Гіs RГіzsa /Mac Arthur Park by Jimmy Webb / Poet and Peasant Overture & Light Cavalry Overture by Franz von Supp. Г© /Jubilance by James Swearingen. Festive Overture & Fifth Symphony by Dmitri Shostakovich / Poet and Peasant Overture by Franz von Supp. Г© /Night on Bald Mountain by Modest Mussorgsky / Romeo and Juliet by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky / Les Preludes by Franz Liszt. American Overture by Joseph Willcox Jenkins / Hungarian Dance No. Johannes Brahms /Barber of Seville by Gioachino Rossini / An American in Paris by George Gershwin /Pilgrim's Chorus (from Tannh. Г¤user) by Richard Wagner. Finale from Seventh Symphony by Gustav Mahler / Sixth Symphony by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky /Tocatta and Fugue in D minor by Johann Sebastian Bach / An American in Paris by George Gershwin /Pilgrim's Chorus (from Tannh. Г¤user) by Richard Wagner. New World Symphony by Anton. Гn Dvo. Е™ГЎk / Piano Concerto No. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky /Pagliacci by Ruggero Leoncavallo / Flight of the Bumblebee by Nikolai Rimsky- Korsakov /Ode to Joy (from Symphony No. Ludwig van Beethoven. Firebird, Rite Of Spring, Petrouchka, Dance Infernale & Sherzo A La Russe by Igor Stravinsky /Piano Concerto in A minor by Edvard Grieg / Flight of the Bumblebee by Nikolai Rimsky- Korsakov /Ode to Joy (from Symphony No. Ludwig van Beethoven. Third Symphony by Camille Saint- Sa. Г«ns / Malambo (Finale from Estancia) by Alberto Ginastera /Morning Mood (from Peer Gynt Suite #1), Piano Concerto in A minor, Hall of the Mountain King (from Peer Gynt Suite #1)& March of the Dwarfs (from Lyric Suite) by Edvard Grieg /Elsa's Procession to the Cathedral (from Lohengrin) by Richard Wagner. Russian Easter Overture by Nikolai Rimsky- Korsakov / Romany Life (from The Fortune Teller) by Victor Herbert /Polovetsian Dances (from Prince Igor) by Alexander Borodin / Masquerade Suite by Carl Nielsen /Carmen Suite by Georges Bizet, adapted by Ernest Guiraud. Spartacus. Triumph of Rome, Gladiator Fight, Dance of the Rebels, Prelude to Battle, Battle, Sunrise and Apotheosis. All from Spartacus by Aram Khachaturian(Not the original titles)9. Spartacus. Triumph of Rome, Slave Dance, Gladiator Fight, Mourning and Uprising, Prelude to Battle, Battle, Sunrise and Apotheosis. All from Spartacus by Aram Khachaturian (Not the original titles)9. Signal Regiment (Electronic Warfare)Private Lewis was born in Boscombe on 2. October 1. 98. 8, and grew up in Warwickshire. An active individual with a taste for adventure, he joined the Territorial Army in August 2. Pre- Parachute Selection Course (P Company). Originally serving in 4th Battalion The Parachute Regiment (4 PARA), the Territorial Army battalion. Private Lewis was accepted for a full- time reserve service appointment in 3 PARA in July 2. Private Lewis was quick to integrate at his new battalion, deploying to Oman with C Company and then moving across to the Machine Gun Platoon, Support Company, in the run up to the battalion's operational deployment. Fighting as a member of a Fire Support Group, he proved an exceedingly competent soldier and was selected as lead scout for his section. A volunteer for this highly dangerous but critical position, his diligence and bravery were the first line of defence for his fellow paratroopers. An intelligent individual. Private Lewis knew the risks, but, day- in- day- out, he was still the man at the front of every patrol, coolly facing the threat and keeping his friends safe. The family of Private Lewis have made the following statement: "Conrad was an outstanding young man, with a character the depth of which you only truly find out in these sad circumstances. He was a warm- hearted, funny, kind, loving, handsome and clearly a brave young man. It is a cliché to say that everyone loved him, but they did, from people of his own generation to adults of all generations. If you met. Conrad you were touched by him and he made you feel good about life. He had a smile that literally could light up a room, change your mood for the day, and a hug that made you feel loved and safe, which he never shied away from giving, regardless of the time, place or audience. He wanted to be a soldier - he wanted to be a Para - and he served the regiment and his nation with the spirit and vigour that he approached everything in life, full on and without fear or restraint. He had joined the Parachute Regiment on a military gap year in 2. Afghanistan. He wanted to carry on a military career and had aspirations to join the Special Forces, something we all believe he would have achieved. He always considered others before himself, which made him the most fantastic and loving son, brother, boyfriend, friend and colleague. He carried this trait into his work in Afghanistan and he knew that together with his unit he was making a big difference. He is remembered by many as an outstanding sportsman; semi- professional footballer, club swimmer, biathlon champion at a young age and county sprinter, never one to miss a moment at the gym he was an incredible athlete. We have received incredible support from our family and his friends, and tributes have poured onto a Facebook group set up by them - we thank all those supporting us, it is so good to know that someone can be around for such a short amount of time and touch so many people; he loved you all and you should be so proud of the man you made him. He had the obligatory military tattoo - but typical of the lad his was script and it read: 'God gave me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference'. Conrad did change things. We are all incredibly proud of him. Until the reorg son'. With love, the whole family."Private Lewis's girlfriend, Georgina (known as George), has made the following statement: "Con, you are leaving an enormous gap in mine and all our friends' lives. Words cannot even explain how much I will miss my best friend and my soul mate. To me you are amazing and there will never be a day that goes by that I will not be thinking of you and missing you. I feel so blessed to have had you in my life, you have made these last three years truly unforgettable. I am so proud of you Con. Better to have loved you and lost you than to never have had the chance to love you at all." Lieutenant Colonel John Boyd, Commanding Officer, 4 PARA, said: "Private Conrad Lewis demonstrated the very finest of British society; he was a man who volunteered to serve both his country and his fiercely proud regiment. It takes a special sort of individual to join the Parachute Regiment, it takes an exceptional individual to deploy on operations, and for that he will always be remembered within the 4th Battalion The Parachute Regiment. Our reservists are doing an outstanding job alongside their regular counterparts and although. Conrad died doing the job he loved, amongst his brothers- in- arms, he will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with his family at this time."Lieutenant Colonel James Coates, Commanding Officer, 3 PARA, said: "Private Conrad Lewis died during a security operation on 9 February in the Nad 'Ali province of Helmand. He was a supremely popular soldier who faced danger time and again but always put his comrades first. As a reservist soldier, he might have chosen the easy option in life and remained a part- time soldier at home rather than deploying to. Afghanistan. "However, he aspired to serve with 3 PARA on operations and he fulfilled this ambition in spades. He was devoted to those around him and the affectionate tributes pouring in provide a real testament to his popularity; he had a big personality and people remembered him. He thrived on being a paratrooper and he thrived on operations. It is a fitting tribute to his memory that his battalion continues to significantly disrupt the insurgency, delivering a better future to the people of Helmand province. He will be sorely missed and we will never forget him or the contribution he made to the improved security situation in Nad 'Ali. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this distressing time. Utrinque Paratus."Warrant Officer Class 1 (Regimental Sergeant Major) Richard Hames, 3 PARA, said: "Private Lewis is a paratrooper first and a civilian second. He joined 4 PARA so he could be with the very best, on the front line, in a forward patrol base, with his fellow paratroopers of Fire Support Group 1. Confident, with great banter and an all- round character, he fitted in well. Despite the rigours and harsh routine of daily contacts and long patrols through the day and night he never faltered in his commitment to his fellow Airborne brothers. On operations, Private Lewis delivered, from constant banter keeping morale high, to being the first to volunteer for that not so good job that had to be done. He was respected, trusted and will be sorely missed by his company and closest friends. "Private Lewis, a friend to so many, a paratrooper to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are now with his father Anthony and his girlfriend Georgina."Major Richard Todd, Officer Commanding A Company, 3 PARA, said: "Over the last four weeks of almost daily combat Private Conrad Lewis has been a true inspiration to his fellow soldiers. Conrad was always at the front, without fear and eager to get to grips with the enemy - the true embodiment of a paratrooper. Aged only 2. 2 Conrad was a friend to all and a source of help and comfort in difficult times; he was mature beyond his years and a really good man. Conrad died alongside Private Lewis Hendry in the same manner in which he had lived - looking out for his friends. The loss of Conrad is like a hammer blow to the company and he will always be remembered. Our difficult task must and will continue but our thoughts, prayers and love are with. Conrad and his family through this dark time."Warrant Officer Class 2 (Company Sergeant Major) Danny Leitch, A Company, 3 PARA, said: "From his Company Quartermaster Sergeant to his Company Sergeant Major, Private Lewis had always shown me the qualities required of a 'Senior Tom'; robust, steadfast and willing to step up to the mark when required. Combined with his genuine care for his fellow soldiers and friends, proven in combat, he was admired by all ranks from Private to Officer. On operations he led from the front on patrols and under immense pressure he showed huge courage, both moral and physical. He was always first to volunteer for the tough, unpleasant and dangerous duties. Missed but never forgotten, summed up by General Montgomery: 'Every Man an Emperor'."Captain Hugo Deed, Officer Commanding Machine Gun Platoon, Support Company, 3 PARA, said: "Private Lewis was hugely popular within the platoon, hardly surprising since he was such a charismatic person. He came to Machine Guns keen and willing to learn, and quickly developed into a very capable and confident machine gunner. Strong, bright and confident - he was doing extremely well in the platoon. He transitioned over to a Fire Support Group before the tour, meaning more specialist training and responsibility - he took this and more in his stride. I will always remember Private Lewis for his humour and ability to uplift those around him, something that would shine through on even the most miserable of training exercises! His loss is sorely felt, we will remember him."Private Luke Flanagan, Fire Support Group 1, attached to A Company, 3 PARA, said: "Where do I start with Conrad Lewis? He was probably the loudest bloke in the checkpoint; he was constantly having banter with the blokes. We were called the twins, always being together and dishing out abuse and pranks on everyone. Although he did it in jest he was looked up to by all the blokes. An awesome lead scout, fearsome in a fire fight, he cared about the men; always making them scoff and brews. He always had the guts to stand up to the blokes when he felt the need. I probably owe you my life and I will remember you for the rest of it. The reg won't be the same without you. See you at the re- org."Private Fraser Preston, Fire Support Group 1, attached to A Company, 3 PARA, said: "Conrad was a big voice in the platoon, whether it be good or bad. He was well- liked and always at the heart of the banter amongst us.
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