Ralph started marching as a young teen in Los Federales, based out of Brooklyn, NY, so he could spend time with his dad, Angelo Marino and his uncle Tommy. This led to a lifelong drum corps journey.

Ralph went on to march the NY Skyliners Alumni followed by the field Corps. In 2004, Ralph became the Director of NY Skyliners for two seasons. In 2007, Ralph started Fusion Core, along with a Core group of drum corps friends and his wife, Holly.

Ralph moved to Florida in 2021 and was thrilled when the decision was made to move the Core in 2025. He’s excited to help the Core continue to grow in its journey South.