whystarwhy is completely right, especially with Academy. I've heard of them not cutting certain members because they needed to fill the spot but I think now that Academy has gotten really good and good publicity, they won't even need to do that. I heard a rough estimate of 64 snares trying out. There is definitely talent enough that they'll be great. And for all those curious, Academy is trying rather hard to march a full 135 members this year.