Executive Chef
Position Summary:This leadership role oversees the complete nutrition and food service program for approximately 170–200 performers and staff during spring training and a national summer
March 30, 2026
Welcome James Barnes as Assistant Corps Director
Ascend Performing Arts is excited to announce the appointment of James Barnes as Assistant Director of the Blue Knights Drum and Bugle Corps. James brings
March 22, 2026
March 15, 2026
Blue Knights Hall of Fame Now Accepting Nominations
Nominations for the first Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps Hall of Fame are now being accepted by the Hall of Fame Committee for the next class.
February 20, 2026
Michelle Ciriello is Moving Onward and Upward!
Michelle Ciriello, who has served Ascend Performing Arts since 2020, will be stepping down from her role as Assistant Corps Director and Ascend Project Manager
January 7, 2026
BKXperience Camps & Clinics Success
The Blue Knights drum and bugle corps has successfully completed 9 BKXperience camps and clinics in advance of the final “Call-Back” camp for brass and
December 23, 2025
Alumni Spotlight: David Cole Reflects on the 1950’s Blue Knights
Meet our Alumni Spotlight, David Cole!
November 14, 2025
Friendship Cup Bigger than Ever
Each year Ascend Performing Arts sponsors and operates our Friendship Cup marching band competition series in Colorado. This past Saturday our last of 3 competitions
October 20, 2025
Alumni Spotlight: Heather Penney Soars to new heights
Meet our Alumni Spotlight, Heather Penney!
September 1, 2025