St. George's Olympians
Springfield, MA United States
Founded: 1961
| Repertoire for 1970 |
|---|
| Eleanor Rigby by John Lennon | Paul McCartney The Beatles 1962-1966 Capitol Records CDP 0777 7 97036 2 3 |
| Great Country |
| A Day In The Life by John Lennon | Paul McCartney Beatles 1967-70 |
CORPS Photos
For 21 years the corps enjoyed an outstanding and honorable existence that that shared by more than 453 members. Their awards, highlighted achievements, and historical presentations were proud memories for all.
Saint George Olympians placed 11th in the 1966 World Open Championship. The corps moved on to Northeastern Junior Circuit where they became champions in the Class A competition as well as the winter guard. 1973 brought the corps to Drum Corps International membership when the Olympians tried for another spot in the CYO Nationals, World Open Championships and the US Open in the Midwest.
The Olympians sponsored the 1972, '73,and '74 Super Bowl of Music DCA Senior Corps International Championships at University of Massachusetts Alumni Stadium.
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1963 4 scores
Highest Score 76.070
Final show in DCX Archives August 24, 1963 Yankee Circuit Championships Pittsfield MA placed 7 with a score of 76.070
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1964 6 scores
Highest Score 76.083
Final show in DCX Archives September 13, 1964 Auburn MA placed 3 with a score of 68.196
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1965 6 scores
Highest Score 77.133
Final show in DCX Archives September 5, 1965 Yankee Circuit Championships Willimantic CT placed 7 with a score of 70.850
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1966 7 scores
Highest Score 76.480
Final show in DCX Archives September 10, 1966 Yankee Circuit Championships Chicopee MA placed 3 with a score of 70.517
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1967 6 scores
Highest Score 78.670
Final show in DCX Archives September 3, 1967 The Northeastern Circuit Championship Finals (Junior) Agawam MA placed 4 with a score of 67.550
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1968 1 scores
Highest Score 62.570
Final show in DCX Archives August 31, 1968 World Open Prelims Lynn MA placed 24 with a score of 62.570
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1969 1 scores
Highest Score 44.500
Final show in DCX Archives August 14, 1969 World Open - Class A Prelims Lynn MA placed 39 with a score of 44.500
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1970 2 scores
Highest Score 57.700
Final show in DCX Archives August 22, 1970 World Open Prelims Lynn MA placed 33 with a score of 56.750
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1971 1 scores
Highest Score 60.100
Final show in DCX Archives July 17, 1971 World Open Prelims Lynn MA placed 32 with a score of 60.100
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1972 3 scores
Highest Score 70.050
Final show in DCX Archives September 2, 1972 Greater New York Championship Bridgeport CT placed 3 with a score of 70.050
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1973 5 scores
Highest Score 70.650
Final show in DCX Archives September 1, 1973 South Huntington NY placed 2 with a score of 69.400
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1974 5 scores
Highest Score 77.150
Final show in DCX Archives August 31, 1974 Northeast Circuit Championship Milford CT placed 4 with a score of 70.200
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1975 3 scores
Highest Score 69.550
Final show in DCX Archives August 30, 1975 North East Championships Milford CT placed 3 with a score of 69.550
Members (4)
| Member Name | Section | Years Involved |
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| Konstas, Bill | percussion | 1968 to 1972 |
| Lapie Jr, Alexander | Contrabass | 1965 to 1974 |
| Lapie, big Al | bari and contra | 1965 to 1976 |
| PIponidis, John | Horn Line-Soprano | 1958 to 1967 |
CORPS 1 items
St.GeorgeOlympians,Springfield,MA,Pin1(Site)J_U_S from the Richard Elmquist Collection
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