The Rivermen Jr. Drum Corps is a new regionally performing drum and bugle corps presented by Oregon Performing Arts Association (OPAA). This organization consists of approximately 100 young men and women ages 14 to 21 located in the greater Portland Metro area. This year the Rivermen will be competing in the Soundsport, a program of Drum Corps International. The Rivermen takes a different approach to drum corps than the many World Class Drum Corps. The Rivermen offer a reduced time and financial commitment for students looking to experience the thrill of competitive Drum and Bugle Corps. Due to the reduction of time commitment, the corps maintains efficiency, excellence, and high-class education which is held to the same degree as all of OPAA's programs.