Reilly Raiders - (DP program book)

from the 1962 Drum Pageant program book

The epitome of perfection - the combination of intricate drill patterns and stirring music respond to the effervescent magic of the Champion of Champions, the incomparable Reilly Raiders, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Utilizing a most talented complement of personnel from the states of Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, this unique organization has thrilled the hearts of audiences, with their excellent performances in all major cities from Los Angeles, California to Miami, Florida, and in Provinces of Canada.

Pre-eminent is their emphasis on the future, but with a superior regard for the enviable record compiled in recent years, including the unequaled record of being the only Senior Drum and Bugle Corps, in the country, to win both the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars National Championships, the Reilly Raiders will present a program of entirely different music and drill in their 1962 presentation, designed to win the hearts of many admirers. In all aspects, the Reilly Raiders are destined to write anew, the annals of history of the Drum Corps World.

The administration of the Corps is directed by Walt Huhn, the Corps Commander, who is assisted by Business Manager, Edgar W. Middleton. An especially competent staff of instructors include Robert Adair, Music Instructor; Harry Ginther, Percussion Instructor; and Fred Eckardt, Drill Instructor.