From the early 1800s through the 1970s, Berkshire county was home to hundreds of various bands, including many traditional American Fife & Drum Corps. We've resurrected and combined ALL of them to make one group: The Berkshire Fife & Drum Corps. Anyone and everyone is invited to come learn the Fife, Snare Drum and/or Bass Drum and perform with us all over New England!
We have two professional musicians and educators ready to show you the way, and we promise a good time had by all.
No prior musical experience is necessary. You do not need to bring anything. There are no age restrictions. You can invite friends or family. Now is the perfect time to finally learn an instrument, be in a local band, and be part of the rich history of music in The Berkshires!
JOIN OR BOOK THE BFD!
Wanna Join? No experience necessary.
We'll teach you everything you need to know!
Need the BFD at your parade or event? We have several performance packages available and are willing to travel.
Fill-out the form, and we'll be in touch!
WHAT IS A FIFE & DRUM CORPS?
Music and marching with traditional roots and a modern vibe
Comprised of American Fifes, rope-tension Snare Drums, and rope-tension Bass Drums, there are hundreds of Fife & Drum Corps throughout New England and the USA.
The BFD preserves these rich traditions while progressing the culture with new music and a fun, community-driven approach. We participate in musters (gatherings of Fife & Drum Corps) and civic events all over New England.
Rehearsals are held at
The Studio at Beaver Mill
189 Beaver St.
North Adams, MA, USA
Tuesdays @
5:30pm - 6:30pm: Beginners
6:30pm - 8:30pm: Performers
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BFD 2026 Calendar
Every Tuesday:
Weekly Rehearsals, The Studio at Beaver Mill, North Adams, MA
Beginners, 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Performers, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Sat, January 10th:
Berkshire Historical Society Parade, Great Barrington, MA, 9am to 1pm
Sun, March 23:
Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade, Holyoke, MA, 9am to 2pm
Sat, May 23:
Liberty Tree Celebration, Great Barrington, MA, 10am to 2pm
Mon, May 25:
Simsbury Parade, Simsbury, CT, 10:30am to 1:30pm
Sat, June 27:
US 250th Anniversary Parade, Blandford, MA, 11am to 2pm
Thurs, July 2nd:
Boston Harbor, Boston, MA, 10am to 6pm
Fri, July 3rd:
Williamstown Museum, Williamstown, MA, 12pm to 4pm
Sat, July 4th:
Hot Plate Brewery, 8am to 9:30am
Pittsfield Parade, 10am to 12pm
Great Barrington Standstill, 2pm to 4pm
Great Barrington Brew Co, 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Fri-Sat, July 17-18:
Deep River Ancient Muster, Deep River, CT, all weekend
Sun, Aug 2:
250th Ann. Signing of the Dec. of Indep., Mendon, MA, 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Sun, Aug 16:
Bennington Parade, Bennington, VT, 9am to 2pm
Sat, Sept. 12:
Adams Fire Dept. Anniversary, Adams, MA, 9am to 1pm
Sat, Sept. 19:
Lee Founder's Day, Lee, MA, 8:30am to 12pm
Sat, Sept. 26:
Sudbury Muster, Sudbury, MA - all weekend
Sun, Oct. 4th:
Fall Foliage Parade & Bright Ideas Pub Jam, North Adams, MA - 9am to 2pm
Sun, Oct. 11th:
Paine to Pain Trail Half-Marathon, New Rochelle, NY - 8:30am to 9:30am
Fri-Sat, Oct. 16-17:
Moodus Muster Muster, Moodus, CT, all weekend
Sat, Dec. 12:
Old Saybrook Torchlight Parade, Old Saybrook, CT, 5pm to 8pm
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