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Santa Clara Vanguard 2012
staplestable replied to FaustianMachine's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
What if we're overthinking things, and the show's name is actually "Old, New, Borrowed, Blue"? -
The OFFICIAL 2012 Prediction Thread
staplestable replied to Schickmeister's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
Because I'm indecisive and I feel that it's all up for grabs (mainly the former), I'm going to give some brackets for placements. The Cadets: 1st - 5th, this show has potential to be something incredible but at the same time I don't know if they'll still have their momentum from last year. Blue Devils: 1st - 3rd. I don't really see them dipping below 3rd. Cavaliers: 1st - 3th. In general I feel that they're pretty solid in this department, and they'll definitely be bringing it this year. They generally end up in this ballpark. Carolina Crown: 1st - 6th. Now this is where it gets tricky. Crown definitely has the potential to the gold, but at the same time they could place really low not because of their ability but because everyone else is also performing at a high level. ~~~ Phantom Regiment: 5th - 9th. I feel like they are going to drop due to staff changes and their percussion as well. Santa Clara Vanguard: 3rd - 6th. Theoretically speaking, their programming this year and their staff will definitely bring them up the ranks. But they probably won't get higher than a bronze as long as the Cadeviliers exist. Bluecoats: 4th - 7th. After this year I feel they'll start to rise again. I think they're bound to find that winning formula in the next couple of years. Boston Crusaders: 7th - 9th. Boston's program was pretty impressive this past year. I don't think they'll move out of this boundary at all. Blue Knights: 7th -10th. If they keep on doing what they've been doing, they shouldn't have anything to worry about. Madison Scouts: 8th - 12th. They will probably still be in finals, but a killer brassline can't cover for any other weaknesses. ~~~ Blue Stars: 8th - 14th. I really hope they go back to doing something like Houdini. Spirit of Atlanta: 10th - 15th. They improved so much last year, but who knows if they can maintain their lead. Glassmen: 12th - 15th. They've been in the lower pack of finals for a while, so who knows. Troopers: 12th - 16th. Their steampunk show was probably my favorite announcement so far. I just don't think that it'll be likely that they'll make it in, but who knows. Academy: 12th - 16th. They're probably the strongest contender for their finals break-in. Plus their uniforms are sexy. And for the rest I don't really have too much of a prediction. I only listed the potential finalists. -
Your 2011 "Most" Awards
staplestable replied to Rocketman's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
Best show for the corps in ten years: Blue Knights. Best BK show (in my opinion), probably my favorite 9th place show. Best section during Cavaliers upside down madness: The pit! Did you see those splits? I didn't either since the DVD showed only the upside down tenors Most causalities: Phantom Regiment Most catchy: Tie between Madison's Empire State of Mind and BD's Say a Little Prayer Best ballad: Vanguard Best preshow vibe: Bloo. Runner up: Boston Crusaders with them singing "Do You Hear the People Sing" -
As far as I remember, there are usually 24 sops, 16 mello, 24 bari/euph, and 16 contras if I'm not mistaken. Unless you're Madison, then bump up the number of contras to 20
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EDIT: I was a little confused. Thought you were the same person who posted the original comment. Apologies.
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Most people would say that "BD is boring" because of certain musical and visual styles that many don't agree with. From your post, I got the impression that you wanted to slam on Pioneer because of their position in world class, which is a whole different reason than for someone hating on BD. Not cool. Are you implying that kids who bust ### all summer belong to a boring organization? Many kids join Pioneer because of their world class tour schedule which is often more busy than open class. Not to mention that Pioneer won several Div II/III competitions back in the day...
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We need a drum corps rage comic thread. I have a few I can share.
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Is Madison the new Crown?
staplestable replied to platesfan's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
Next season I also hope that Madison's show will have enough gas to make it all the way to the end of the season, without peaking before. They even beat Phantom and were creeping on BD during early/mid season last year. -
Combine shows and/or titles
staplestable replied to Michael Boo's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
The Grass Is Always Greener + A Second Chance = Deja Vu -
Is Madison the new Crown?
staplestable replied to platesfan's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
Madison will be Madison. I await the time when the Scouts can finally get back in the top 8. -
"Best Moments of DCI" 2011 Edition
staplestable replied to FaustianMachine's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
Don't forget all the cavie gimmicks too SCV's ballad, BD Say A Little Prayer, Cadets drum battle, Bloo Creep, there's more I can think of but I'll do that later. -
Cadets design team sets stage for 2012
staplestable replied to MotorCityMusician's topic in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
The resemblance to Blue Stars 2009 would be obvious. In a good way.