Haunted Mansion Audio Guide...

An example of the Audio Description available to guests in Walt Disney World.

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All American College Band 40th Anniversary.

For the last 40 years, college students from around the country have flocked to the Disneyland Resort each summer in search of a hands-on music education experience. That experience comes in the form of the All-American College Band – an 11-week paid internship that prepares students for careers in music. On July 17, as the Resort celebrated 55 years, the band held a 40th anniversary reunion. More than 140 current and former band members marched down Main Street, U.S.A. performing “Gonna Take You There” from the Disney film “The Princess and the Frog.” Many band alumni have gone on to highly successful music careers including Sal Lozano, who has played music for hit TV shows such “Dancing with the Stars” and “American Idol,” and Gordon Goodwin who arranged the score to the Disney Pixar film “The Incredibles.”

The current program is directed by former band member Dr. Ron McCurdy, who teaches jazz at USC’s Thornton School of Music. Of more than 250 applicants, only about 20 were selected to participate in the 2010 internship. The students learn everything from using technology to compose music to crafting resumes. A highlight of the program is the opportunity to visit Capitol Records to record music they have performed during the summer. The All-American College Band is a fan favorite – it brings great energy to Disneyland park through their performances and get guests of all ages grooving to the beat.

You can see the band play at Disneyland park Tuesday-Saturday through August 13. The schedule is below:

Tuesday – Thursday and Saturday
2:30 p.m. – Plaza Gardens
4:20 p.m. – Sleeping Beauty Castle
5:10 p.m. – Town Square
6:00 p.m. – Main Street
7:15 p.m. – Town Square

Friday
4:15 p.m. – Sleeping Beauty Castle
5:10 p.m. – Town Square
7:00 p.m. – Plaza Gardens
8:00 p.m. – Plaza Gardens
9:00 p.m. – Plaza Gardens

We are going to be offline for the next week while things move around! But will be back online and updating you soon!

What have you celebrated?

There’s no shortage of special occasions being celebrated at Disney Parks – be it from a happy birthday to personal challenges,surviving serious illnesses and even the ability to see again. “What have you celebrated at Disney Parks?”

Why? Because he can!

Just felt like a laugh! So be amazed at this old video of Mickey BREAKDANCING! Another reason I love the mouse.

Disneyland 55th Anniversary.

It’s been 55 years since the Disneyland gates opened. Here’s what’s in store for the week leading up to The 55th anniversary on July 17 2010

• Special edition park maps will be available all week, and the image above is a sneek peek at what they’ll look like.
• Now through July 17, select Disneyland dining locations offer commemorative 55th Anniversary cakes.
• Select merchandise locations will offer 55th Anniversary candy packaging and cupcakes with the 55th Anniversary logo.
• On July 17 …
  • At noon the dedication ceremony will take place in Town Square.
  • At 4:15 pm join the cast in singing Happy Birthday to our beloved Disneyland.
  • Check out the 55th Anniversary Art & Collectible merchandise event with artists Dave Avanzino, Jody Daily, Kevin Kidney and Noah will be held at The Disney Gallery from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
  • Have you heard the buzz? It’s all in the bag … or that’s what I hear. Look for a special event taking place at Disney Vault 28 from 2 – 4 pm.
  • Wear a smile from “ear to ear” with a special Mickey Mouse Ear Hat featuring premium embroidery that reads “D 55th,” July 17, 2010, available exclusively on July 17.

Sounds like alot of fun.