Welcome to Northern Empire Performing Arts!
Our organization has been through many changes, however, our goal remains the same. To offer unique performing opportunities as Edmonton’s entertainment Drumline and provide unique educational experiences to our members! Our expertise in the marching arts allows us to achieve this.
Our members learn how to take their music and performing skills to the next level! We currently offer a Drumline, Windline and full band program. We are committed to providing different opportunities to the public with our community arts programs!
About us
At Northern Empire, we are all passionate and invested in building the drumline and marching community in the greater Edmonton area. As a result, we have provided once-in-a-lifetime experiences and performance opportunities for our members.
History
1963
The all-male Medical Corps of the Prince of Wales Armories was established. Later on we rebranded as the Nothernaries Drum and Bugle Corps.
1967
The organization was sponsored by the Edmonton Eskimos (now Edmonton Elks) Football Club and Canada Dry. The organization was rebranded as the Edmonton Eskimo Wink Strutters.
1969
The organization became a non-profit and established itself as the Edmonton Strutters Drum Corps.
1977
The name changed to the 1st Canadian Regiment, and they lead with a competitive stride.
Late 1980’s
Reestablished as the Edmonton Strutters Drum and Bugle Corps.
2012
The organization remerged as Impact Performing Arts.
2019
Northern Empire Performing Arts.
Vision
To make a positive impact in the lives of performers through unwavering commitment to musicianship, artistic development, discipline, responsibility, teamwork and leadership.
Mission
We provide a positive and inclusive learning environment for musicians interested in being a part of the drumline and marching community. In our program, we focus on developing our musician’s technical, performance and social abilities. Above all, our members learn how to take their music and performing skills to the next level!
