The Muchachos Announce Board of Directors

The Muchachos Inc., the 501(c)(3) non-profit parent organization of the Muchachos Drum and Bugle Corps and the Amoskeag Sound, a competitive mini-Corps has elected a Board of Directors in compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations. All were elected to terms of one to three years.

• Albert H. Gagne, current Corps Director, was elected as a Director and Chairman of the Board. Gagne is President of Al Gagne & Associates, Inc. an aerospace consulting firm.
• Arthur Sullivan, a Principal in Brady-Sullivan Properties and former member of the Muchachos Junior Corps
• Armand Forest, retired police officer, former Manchester Ward 12 Alderman, and a current member of the NH House of Representatives
• Judy Aikens, a Medical Administrator and long time member of the Muchachos
• Mike French, retired Goffstown Chief of Police and former member of the Muchachos Junior Corps
• Ron Michaud, a former Muchachos Junior Corps member
• One open position

Achieving IRS 501(c)(3) status has allowed the Muchachos to seek tax deductible support from the community at large. The Corps has been described as one of Manchester's treasures and in addition to performing throughout the New England/New York area, have established education programs for both music and performing arts. As an all-age Corps, potential members from age 14 to retirement are welcome.

The Muchachos also host an annual Drum Corps International (DCI) competition each summer, bringing drum and bugle corps from both the United States and Canada, along with their fans, together to enjoy the wonderful efforts of these young people who devote their summer to performance excellence.