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We had all of the brass equipment. The guard was able to borrow some flags from a local band program for rehearsal today and the front ensemble was also able to go to that school to rehearse on their boards. The equipment did arrive in Rochester safely and we were able to run quite the productive ensemble rehearsal at I & Es this evening to make up for today's missed ensemble time. We are looking forward to tomorrow.

1. Buccaneers 93.400 2. Empire Statesmen 91.638 3. Hurricanes 90.050 4. Caballeros 88.550 5. Bushwackers 84.113 quote name='stacysquire' date='Aug 21 2010, 09:30 PM' post='2890947'] Was just sent a text that retreat is happening now. As soon as get the scores I will post them.

Was just sent a text that retreat is happening now. As soon as get the scores I will post them.

We can't wait for you all to get here as well. I will most likely be around your rehearsal quite a bit while you are being hosted at Webster High School. If there is anything that you need or anywhere you need to know, let me know at any point and I will be glad to assist. Very excited that you guys are coming over. I know how great we felt (98 Empire) coming over to your side of the big pond. It truly was an experience I will never forget and I hope the same for you all. Safe travels and see you in Webster!!!

And if my memory serves me right, right in the middle of that pack of Cadets was George Hopkins himself looking entirely impressed. That was one of my favorite drumcorps moments was watching the DCI kids and their staffs just outside our fenced in area looking at us like where did these guys come from. quote name='markdewine' date='Apr 27 2010, 02:05 PM' post='2777053'] Does anyone remember the "Tie-breaker" show in Buffalo in 2001? Cadets vs Cavaliers, and Brigs vs Empire. Well, in addition to the contest being judged, there was a fan poll for "Favorite Corps in tonite's show" (more on that in a second) So the Brigs won the senior portion of the show, and I think the Cavaliers won the junior portion. Our corps was at the gate ready to come back on the field for a victory concert, and we were told by the DCI official running the show, that we would not be allowed to do our victory concert. When our corps director asked why, this DCI official ranted on and on angrily that, "If I have anything to say about it...a DCA corps will never follow a DCI corps on the field!!! Ever again!! There's NO WAY your corps was tonight's best corps!!!" (etc., etc.) The Brigadiers turned their corps around and went to the nearby tennis courts and set up in concert formation. Along one fenceline of the tennis court was a long line of Cadets. The Green Machine lined the fence that was perpendicular to the Cadets. Then, the Brigs proceeded to rip the faces off our DCI spectators!!! As a member of the Honor Guard, I was positioned where I could see the expressions on the faces of the Cavies and Cadets. Let's just say there was no mistaking the fact they were impressed. After our concert, ALL of their comments were complimentary. I remember thinking that if the members of the two best DCI corps think were pretty good, well then we must not be TOO bad. LOL So, as far as DCI / DCA interaction...Draw your own conclusion.

Funny, I can play an F mello just as loud and a lot more in tune than I ever could on G bugle! Just sayin' Not a jab just a fact!

I beleive a few years ago you received the Crusader Hall of Fame. I know the corps is in the process of getting something together for the alumni and current membership alike. A way of intoducing and reliving the old and new of the Crusaders.

I personally would love to see all the local corps put in a few $ each so that next year we can see it named "Drum Corps Stadium". Just my 2 cents!

This was a great time. All the corps sounded wonderful. Boston Crusaders Sr impressed me with the loudness and quality. Wow guys and girls great job. Citations are off to another great start this season. Boston Crusaders Jr.... Wow great show concept for you guys. The music is great and you were on fire Saturday night. Your tenor line is on fire... and the rest of the drumline is pretty bad a@@ as well. Best of luck to you all this coming season and I hope to get a chance to see you all before the season is over. Your friend from the Crusaders of the Rochester variety

Was in Auburn last week selling program ads and the buzz around town is fantastic. A lot of old drum corps fans out there that are excited to have a show in their backyard. Get your tickets now as this is going to be a great show at a fantastic venue with great drum corps fans. www.crowntickets.com

It's going to be great to see some Rochester Crusaders Alumni making us proud in their Junior corps endeavors as well. Cam and Megan with Boston Crusaders and Caleb at Citations. Not to mention our very own colorguard designer Sarah Cole on Boston Crusaders Staff. this is going to be fun weekend and good luck to all the performers. See you on Saturday!

Make that 3 and if anyone knows anyone hiring in the rochester ny area please let me know as there is an extreme shortage of positions here with the aveage job posting getting upwards of a thousand applications.

I know I can speak from Rochester that both corps are still trying to thaw out stand up straight from the cold and wind this weekend. Good things from both sides or so I'm hearing.

Only 2 days left. Kids sounded great last night and are very excited to put their show out to the public this weekend. Be there and help support them.

I know the Webster kids are ready, Crusaders are ready and I'm sure all the other performers are ready as well. Are you ready for a great variety show for a great purpose? Then get on down to Webster Schroeder High School this Saturday night for a night of great music for a great cause..... The Webster High School Marching Band!