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  • MSAA View from the Chair - March 2024

    The new year, 2024, is shaping up to be exciting! We have lots in store and would love your participation to help us grow our great organization!

    First, we would like to mention that MSAA will take the reigns over for the DOP tailgate this year after Robin Goldberg and his dedicated crew for the last 13 years of their outstanding service to the corps are stepping down to enjoy being on the other side for a change. Thank you, Robin and the rest of your fantastic group. They have set the bar high as we expect to maintain the same standard. This should be attainable as we should have many of his crew members who have volunteered in the past! We will also host two other tailgates, one in (2 nights) Allentown, PA, and the other in San Antonio, TX. There will also be an end-of-year get-together in Indianapolis, too. Let us know if you would help us volunteer at these events.

    ferrieRandy Ferrie, ChairThe 2024 Hall of Fame inductees will be announced soon. We have been blessed with so many exceptional candidates to choose from. The HOF committee is working hard to come up with this year’s inductees.

    ROCKIN' FOR A CURE Weekend Plans?

    • Don’t Miss out! April 27th, Rockin' for a Cure, with the Madison Scouts All-Star Band and Percussion Ensemble. Always the crowd favorite!! Learn more here
    • Also, the same weekend, April 28th, see the Madison Scouts Rehearsal 10am-noon. In Milton High School

  • View from the Chair - DOP 24

    Well, it’s just about here. Drums On Parade weekend. The biggest Alumni and Scouts gathering of the year! It's not too late to sponsor a Keg , please consider Sponsoring a Keg of beer for the tailgate. For a donation of $200, which can turn into almost $500 for the CH Beebe Scholarship fund.

    Here are some of the highlights:

    • Madison Scouts Hall of Fame
    • Capitolaires and the Breakfast Club to be recognized with some history and memorabilia
    • Feeding the corps, pouring beer for the Alumni, family, and friends 2024 Madison Scouts to play a tune or 2 and will sing Never Walk with the Alumni.

    The 2024 season is here! We have an exciting year of events that we want you as Alumni to be a part of! We have lots in store and would love to have your participation to help us grow our great organization and Support our Madison Scouts.

  • View from the Chair - Mar 2024

    2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year! We have lots in store and would love your participation in helping us grow our great organization!

    The 2024 Hall of Fame inductees will be announced in mid-April. We have been blessed with so many exceptional candidates to choose from. The HOF committee is evaluating and selecting the inductees for this year’s class.

    Don’t miss out! On April 27, Rockin' for a Cure will feature the Madison Scouts All-Star Band and Percussion Ensemble. Also, the day after, plan to check out the Madison Scouts camp on April 28 at Milton High School from 10—noon. Purchase your Rockin' for a Cure tickets in advance. If you're looking for a place to stay, call DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East at 608-244-4703 before April 7th to get a group rate of $109. Mention “Rockin4ALS” or Group Code: RFA to get the special rate.

  • View from the Chair - May 2024

    2024 is here! We have an exciting year of events that we want you as Alumni to participate in! We have lots in store and would love your participation in helping us grow our great organization and support our Madison Scouts.

    The 2024 Hall of Fame inductees have been informed of their induction into the HOF. I want to thank the HOF committee members for their hard work and dedication in recognizing these individuals. The CH Beebe Scholarship Campaign was kicked off at the beginning of May. Please donate to the CH Beebe campaign. Each donation will be recognized on our booster boards, and you will receive a CH Beebe commemorative challenge coin. This will help a deserving Scout attain their dream of becoming a Scout!!

    The winner was the Legacy Tee, Lemon Squeeze. Watch for details on how you can get one! The t-shirt price is $60, including an extra 2024 Legacy Tee Shirt that will be given to a corps member. Get yours ordered soon, as this is a one-time production run.

    MSAA will be taking the reigns over for the DOP tailgate. Many thanks to Robin Goldberg and his crew for the last 13 years. They have set the bar high as we strive to maintain the same standard. As In the past, please consider Sponsoring a Keg of beer for the tailgate. A donation of $200 can turn into almost $500 for the corps. Go to the Scouts Store and donate a Keg. This is a great way to represent your age-out year, your section, a family member, or a group of fans.

    Commemorative Cup featuring the Scouts, Jr Scouts, Capitolaires & Petites, Capital Sound, State St Review, 32 Hussar, Scouts HOF, MSAA, and the Rose Parade Project. These will be on sale at the tailgate. Watch in the Scouts store for details coming!!! Go to the Scouts store and order your pre-sale tickets at the Scouts store. $25 for 1 commemorative 20 oz cup with a beer, 2 sandwiches, and a beer refill. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. If you are interested, we could use your help. Please email me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

  • View from the Chair - May 2025

    Hi Everybody,

    As some of you may know, Randy Ferrie is taking some time away from his duties as Chair of the MSAA to recover from surgery. Please keep Randy in your thoughts during this time as we all hope for a speedy recovery!

    Time “marches” on, and we’re deep into the planning for this year’s drum corps season! 

    The MSAA is putting on many events this year. Be sure to mark your calendar and check in for all of the details! 

    • July 5th: Whitewater Classic tailgate
    • July 19th: Meal for the corps at San Antonio
    • July 25th: Drums on Parade tailgate & Hall of Fame
    • July 31st: Meals for the corps at Lawrence MA
    • August 2nd: Allentown meetup
    • August 8th: Indianapolis meetup before Semis

    And…WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!

  • View from the Chair - Nov 24

    The 2024 season has ended, and the 2025 season groundwork is underway. This past season went by way too fast. We have had an exciting year of events that many Alumni participated in! Our Scouts had a fantastic year, fighting back into the top 12. Please help support the corps and keep this incredible momentum going forward! Participation is vital in helping us grow our great organization and support our Madison Scouts.

    The 2024 Hall of Fame Class of Hall 2025 nominations are now open. Please send your nominations toThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. I want to thank the HOF committee members for their hard work and dedication to recognizing these individuals.

    CH Beebe: Please donate to the CH Beebe campaign. Each donation will be recognized on our booster boards, and you will receive a CH Beebe commemorative challenge coin. This will help a deserving Scout attain their dream of becoming a Scout!!

  • View from the Chair - Oct 24

    The 2024 season has ended, and the 2025 season's groundwork is underway.  This past season went by way too fast. We have had an exciting year of events that many Alumni participated in! Our Scouts had a fantastic year. Fighting their way back into the top 12. Please help support the corps in keeping this impressive momentum as we advance! Participation is vital in helping us grow our great organization and support our Madison Scouts. The 2024 Hall of Fame Class of Hall 2025 nominations will be open on October 15, 2024. I want to thank the HOF committee members for their hard work and dedication in recognizing these individuals. 

    CH Beebe: Please donate to the CH Beebe campaign. Each donation will be recognized on our booster boards, and you will receive a CH Beebe commemorative challenge coin. This will help a deserving Scout attain their dream of becoming a Scout!!

    The 2024 Tee Shirt will be the result of a contest to design “The 2025 Shirt.” The parameters of the contest will be announced soon. So get your design caps on, and who knows, your great design could be shown across the country!

  • View from the Chair – August 2024

    2024 is coming to a close way too fast! We have had an exciting year of events that many Alumni participated in! There are less than two weeks left in this amazing season, and our Scouts have been amazing. Please help support the corps in keeping this amazing momentum going forward! Participation is key in helping us grow our great organization and support our Madison Scouts.

    The 2024 Hall of Fame Class has been enshrined into the HOF. Congrats Tom Acheson, Jeanne Beckman, Calvin Harris, Dr Bruce Lages, Jim McCarthy, Michael Turner, and Stan Stitgen. I want to thank the HOF committee members for their hard work and dedication in recognizing these individuals.  Please donate to the CH Beebe campaign. Each donation will be recognized on our booster boards, and you will receive a CH Beebe commemorative challenge coin. This will help a deserving Scout attain their dream of becoming a Scout!!

    The top vote winner was the Legacy Tee, Lemon Squeeze. It's on sale now for $60, which also provides a marching member with one. This is a one-time production run.

  • View from the Chair – December/January

    The 2024 season and year are behind us, and the 2025 season groundwork is underway. This past season went by way too fast. We have had an exciting year of events that many Alumni participated in! Our Scouts had a fantastic year. Fighting their way back into the top 12. Please help support the corps and keep this tremendous momentum in the future! Participation is key in helping us grow our great organization while supporting our Madison Scouts.

    This coming 2025 year and season are shaping up to be exciting! We want to engage many more alumni to help us support our scouts and get the alumni socially together to revive old friendships and make new ones.

    The following are some of the projects that are ahead for 2025. As always, we would love for our Alumni base to be part of these activities. We welcome you and look forward to seeing you.

  • View from the Chair – March 2025

    Our Scouts had an amazing 2024, breaking back into the Top 12 at finals after having a great run all throughout the year. The 2025 Madison Scouts season will be upon us before we know it! The 2025 season groundwork is underway. This coming 2025 year and season is shaping up to be exciting! We want to engage many more alumni to help us support Our Scouts and get the Alumni socially together to revive old friendships and make new ones. Please help support the corps and keep this amazing momentum in the future! Participation is key in helping us grow our association

    The following are some of the projects that are ahead for 2025. As always, we would love for our Alumni base to be part of these activities. We welcome you and look forward to seeing you.

  • View from the Chair – Sept 2024

    The 2024 season has drawn to a close, and the 2025 season's groundwork is underway.  This past season went by way too fast. We have had an exciting year of events that many Alumni participated in! Our Scouts had a fantastic year as they fought hard to grab and keep their position in the top 12. Please help support the corps in keeping this amazing momentum going forward! Participation is vital in helping us grow our great organization and support our Madison Scouts. The 2024 Hall of Fame Class of Hall of Famers has been enshrined into the HOF. Congrats Tom Acheson, Jeanne Beckman, Calvin Harris, Dr Bruce Lages, Jim McCarthy, Michael Turner, and Stan Stitgen. I want to thank the HOF committee members for their hard work and dedication in recognizing these individuals.  Please donate to the CH Beebe campaign. Each donation will be recognized on our booster boards, and you will receive a CH Beebe commemorative challenge coin. This will help a deserving Scout attain their dream of becoming a Scout!!

  • View from the MSAA Chair - April 2024

    ferrieRandy Ferrie2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year! We have lots in store and would love your participation in helping us grow our great organization!

    April 22: The Legacy Tee winner will be announced. Each corps member will receive a 2024 Legacy Tee Shirt. Order yours soon; this is a one-time production run.

    April 27: Don't miss Rockin' for a Cure, featuring the Madison Scouts All-Star Band and Percussion Ensemble. The next day (April 28), plan to check out the Madison Scouts camp at Milton High School from 10 a.m. to noon.

    May 1st: The 2024 Hall of Fame inductees will be announced. We have been blessed with so many outstanding candidates to choose from. The HOF committee has chosen our 2024 Inductees, congrats to all!