RContra
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Spirit, we love that you’re back!! Can you PLEASE not use AI to write your releases?
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9 hours ago, LabMaster said:
And you are sure they’ve not asked others? You’re not. So your harsh remark wasn’t necessary. Is that how you’d like to be responded to?
If you think that remark is harsh, the world must be a terrifying place for you.
I stand by what I said. I think OP is just a rando looking to hear more about what it’s like for staffers.
I’d be happy to be proven incorrect. But creating new accounts in both DCP and Reddit to ask this question instead of getting it from individuals within the organization? Doesn’t smell right.
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1 hour ago, JimF-LowBari said:
Why not get more perspectives?
If this person is asking on DCP and not directly asking others in the activity, I find the whole thing very, very hard to believe.
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Why on earth are you asking DCP and not your admin or fellow staff members? Makes me doubt this is real.
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“…Showcasing a lineup that promises to be the ensemble’s rhythmic prowess.”
Oh, hey! Another Seattle AI post, only this time it doesn’t even make sense. 😂
Does anybody in the organization who can stop these schmucks read DCP?
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“His journey includes rich achievements, from working with renowned ensembles to pushing the boundaries of musical expression.”
Oh. My. God.
This AI is awful. Thought it was just the one bio announcement, but nope. Here we are.
Seattle, please stop making your organization look like clown shoes.
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3 hours ago, juice said:
Why are they using AI to write staff bios?
Beyond embarrassing. Who approved this?
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On 10/21/2023 at 2:18 PM, IllianaLancerContra said:
No name; short discussion of rumor that Bloo is potentially doing a limited tour. Not sure if that is same rumor as suspension rumor.
Can confirm that this is not true. The person who started that rumor on the DCILeaks subreddit was a recent member of BK. Not going to name the person out of respect. No truth to it. Full stop.
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Can we get a lock on this thread while OP crawls back into his hole?
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1 hour ago, keystone3ply said:
Christ, that’s a bad URL name. 😂
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Seen a run through from everyone in last year’s top 12 with the exception of Colts so far.
1. Bluecoats - what a drumline. Love the lean into weirdness with still being accessible. Great ballad.
2. Blue Devils - honestly, I think they’ll win, BUT, I love this show. Why is this a problem? They never seem to win when I love what they’re doing. 92, 06, 11, etc. etc.3. Carolina Crown - strongest design since 2016. Would not be shocked if Boston tops them. Drum writing is better this year - digging it.
4. Boston - killer guard. Don’t love the horn book or drum ramming. But the kids’ talent is undeniable.
5. Blue Stars - Unbelievable lush brass sound and a guard book that’s full of I-can’t-believe-they-just-did-that moments.
6. Phantom - love the music. Very Phantom while getting a modern upgrade. Muse is a great fit.
7. Cadets - great drumline. Visual book got a nice step up. Really enjoying what they have so far.
8. Mandarins - love seeing these guys on the rise!9. Troopers - a step up from 2022. They’re really gunning for it. Lots more demand in the visual program in terms of individual responsibilities this time around.
10. Cavaliers - tasty percussion writing. Very underwhelmed with what they’re doing considering the greatness of the source material. Still, a fun package with Easter eggs everywhere. Enjoyed it on first viewing quite a bit, just don’t see a high competitive ceiling11. Colts - haven’t seen it. Always love the red team. Looking forward to them this year.
12. No clue. This might be the single most interesting slot on finals night.-
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On 5/27/2023 at 11:02 PM, Jeff Ream said:
think that changed him any? I've known him since he was 15 LOL
Just means now two creatures are doing their business outside. 😅
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Broken City guys to Crown announcement coming soon. Nice pairing.
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2 hours ago, Land_Surfer said:
I’d pay to watch Appalachian Spring be performed on the 100 yard stage again.
I'll triple the amount to make sure it never gets near a football field ever again. 😅
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4 minutes ago, dcifanforlife said:
Blue Stars have beaten the Cavies head to head 6 straight times with different judging panels. What makes everyone think that the Cavies will pass them? Cavies have major issues with their show that will continue to keep them behind the Blue Stars through finals.
Saw tonight live - Blue Stars brass also laid a bit of an uncharacteristic egg tonight at the show. Weird anomaly for them. I was mostly watching the hornline, so no idea about guard or drums.
Considering how consistent they’ve been all season, I would take tonight’s slightly closer spread as a little flukey (unless Cavies also had a bad run, which in my opinion at least, they were fantastic).
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Bloo competed in DCM during its last several years. They’re Midwest. Full stop.
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1 minute ago, ThePlanets said:
Hmm Bluecoats CG looks to be in trouble OR BS colorguard is top notch.
Sometimes BS have a killer guard - remember 2014 when they beat the Tilt guard finals night.
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3 minutes ago, regimentlvr said:
Without a week off due to Covid PR would still be ahead of the Blue Stars.
Curious, if the crowd appreciates Phantom more than the Blue Stars why are GE scores lower. After all, isn’t GE about effect? Clearly the crowd sees it.
If that were the case, wouldn’t Scouts have won in 95 and 96?
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22 minutes ago, Sutasaurus said:
Watch out Blue Stars…the team from Rockford is getting ready to make a move.
Big Phantom fan here, but bigger fan of reality. Care to make a friendly wager on which corps places higher Finals night?
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1 hour ago, PRomoter said:
If you get really excited about 1996 and 2008, you will know the answer. Yes! It’s fun when they medal. There’s no shame in admitting that. But you don’t medal without being compared, and you don’t stay world class either. I love comparing them. Getting to watch them Saturday night is based on their comparison to others. There’s no difference in this discussion and any other sport. And, there’s nothing wrong with that.
That’s a fair point. 😀👍
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6 hours ago, CAtenhut said:
I said that after seeing them in Indiana! They're small but they have a well-written show and put out a great sound! And the answer is 2007.
Hoping we can add 2022 to that list. Colts and Troopers both out there rocking this season.
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Just now, kdaddy said:
I'd say folks on DCP set some unrealistic expectations after the first show. I was reading "TOP SIX FINISH!!!" on here when that was just never in the cards.
Agree. Can’t we just appreciate that they’re putting out an awesome show without caring how it’s stacking up to others? As long as they score high enough to where I get to watch them Saturday night in the stands, it’s all good. Great year for Phantom!
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On 7/12/2022 at 5:12 PM, truher said:
I for one am looking forward to the future of DCI. When we will have grown beyond shows consisting of whole notes and Arban exercises played with cleverly bent legs. I'm looking forward to the return of melody and swing, of a complete, engaging musical idea that takes more than 4 bars to express. I'm looking forward to the day when the tuba section is allowed to do more than quietly play along with the synthesizer. I'm looking forward to the day when a mellophone player could aspire to play more than 8-count sustains and occasional runs ending in sustains. I'm looking forward to the day when the main audible difference between corps is not the quality of their sound reinforcement systems. That will be a glorious day indeed.
Thank you for coming to my TED talk.
Have you seen the Blue Stars this season? Sounds right up your alley.
Meet the 2024 Madison Scouts Color Guard Team
in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
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How many times do people have to explain this? These people aren’t all doing massive stints on the road. Most of the great instructors have other commitments in the summer time. The larger staffs allow coverage all summer by tagging in and out.
This isn’t hard, y’all.