Hawthorne Muchachos
Other Names:Muchachos
Hawthorne, NJ United States
Founded: 1959
The reason for forming the corps was to extend the great world of drum corps to younger players in Hawthorne, New Jersey, and surrounding communities, but a secondary benefit was to create a ready pool of talent that would eventually graduate into the senior Caballeros corps to replace ageing members. The Muchachos wore the same basic uniform as the senior corps with minor differences in trim, and shared the instruction staff and rehearsal facilities with the Caballeros.
The Muchachos were instantly successful, totally dominating the entry-level circuit they initially competed in with two undefeated seasons their first two years out. From there they moved into a more challenging circuit.
One of the most popular and sought-after junior corps, the Muchachos eventually became a member of DCI, the top junior circuit, and placed as high as fourth in open Finals in 1974, a considerable achievement given the level of competition within that organization.
Although strong throughout 1975, the Muchachos were disqualified from further competition at DCI Prelims for marching with overage members. The corps continued active through at least 1977, a year in which they finished 11th in CYO Nationals.
[http://www.cabs.org/history.asp; Tom Corso, rec.arts.marching.drumcorps, 12/27/96; japs52@aol.com]
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1962 6 scores
Highest Score 82.850
Final show in DCX Archives September 23, 1962 Mahwah NJ placed 1 with a score of 82.850
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1963 9 scores
Highest Score 79.530
Final show in DCX Archives September 8, 1963 American Legion National Championships Miami FL placed 4 with a score of 74.800
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1964 14 scores
Highest Score 77.470
Final show in DCX Archives October 25, 1964 Elizabeth NJ placed 1 with a score of 77.470
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1965 14 scores
Highest Score 80.710
Final show in DCX Archives September 25, 1965 Newark NJ placed 4 with a score of 80.390
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1966 16 scores
Highest Score 86.430
Final show in DCX Archives September 18, 1966 Livingston NJ placed 2 with a score of 79.133
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1967 9 scores
Highest Score 84.116
Final show in DCX Archives September 3, 1967 Pittsburgh PA placed 3 with a score of 78.800
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1968 8 scores
Highest Score 77.150
Final show in DCX Archives August 17, 1968 U.S. Open Finals Marion OH placed 6 with a score of 61.870
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1969 5 scores
Highest Score 74.750
Final show in DCX Archives August 24, 1969 American Legion National Championships (prelims) Atlanta GA placed 6 with a score of 74.750
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1970 4 scores
Highest Score 74.600
Final show in DCX Archives September 12, 1970 New Jersey American Legion Championship Wildwood NJ placed 3 with a score of 71.950
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1971 5 scores
Highest Score 80.550
Final show in DCX Archives August 29, 1971 AL National Championships (prelims) Houston TX placed 4 with a score of 80.550
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1972 7 scores
Highest Score 81.500
Final show in DCX Archives August 18, 1972 DCI World Championships Whitewater WI placed 10 with a score of 78.450
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1973 20 scores
Highest Score 86.400
Final show in DCX Archives August 26, 1973 Boonton NJ placed 1 with a score of 85.350
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1974 17 scores
Highest Score 86.950
Final show in DCX Archives August 18, 1974 Syracuse NY placed 2 with a score of 86.550
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1975 8 scores
Highest Score 88.700
Final show in DCX Archives August 11, 1975 CYO Nationals Boston MA placed 2 with a score of 88.700
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1976 25 scores
Highest Score 79.850
Final show in DCX Archives September 11, 1976 American Legion State Wildwood NJ placed 3 with a score of 79.700
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1977 4 scores
Highest Score 69.400
Final show in DCX Archives August 10, 1977 American International Open Finals Butler PA placed 7 with a score of 69.400
Members (23)
| Member Name | Section | Years Involved |
|---|---|---|
| Babcock, John | Snareline | 1976 to 1978 |
| Barlics, William | Percussion | 1965 to 1972 |
| Blatz, Bob | Mellophone | 1969 to 1972 |
| Campos, Brent | Brass | 1965 to 1977 |
| Clarke, Bob | Solo Soprano | 1965 to 1975 |
| De Lisa, Gene | mellophone | 1973 |
| Dobson, Rick | Bugle | 1961 to 1964 |
| Duenas, Steven | contra bass | 1976 |
| Farias, Brian | Baritone | 1977 |
| Ferrazzano, Jerry | Horn - Baritone | 1965 to 1970 |
| Gasper, Michael | Timpani | 1974 to 1975 |
| Gilsinger, Cyndi | Color Guard | 1972 to 1976 |
| Groh, Charlie | Marching staff | 1975 to 1976 |
| Horne, Steve | Contra | 1973 to 1977 |
| Horne, Steve | Contra | 1973 to 1978 |
| Kriskewic, Joseph (Whitey) | Color Guard | 1959 to 1966 |
| Magro, Fred | Drumline | 1975 to 1976 |
| Raclowski, Steve | Soprano | 1960 to 1971 |
| Reilly, Walt | Soprano | 1973 |
| Rinaldo, Ellen | colorguard | 1973 to 1977 |
| Sullivan, Bill | Solo Soprano | 1968 to 1970; 1972; 1974 to 1975 |
| Weber, Lisa | color guard | 1977 |
| watters, james | soprano | 1972 to 1974 |
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Hawthorne Muchachos History
Hawthorne Muchachos History from the Diceman Radio Collection Contributed by Ron Allard
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