mrbitz

Don't forget Kile. Marge was the cook for years and Dave, Paul and Eric marched from 1982 until 1989 for sure. Plus they housed kids for the corps. 945 Farnam Street. What about Severence? There are generations that marched from the later 70's until now. There were a bunch a "families" that were members. A lot in the early years.

They were back at it today. I watched the runthough on Friday and they had about 9 minutes done then. They are running for the first 5 minutes of the show. I can't wait to see what they are doing for a uniform. Hopefully the drill will stick and they can keep it most of the season. The last minute was the pit playing cajons. I will see if I can get out there again this week...now that the rain has stopped.

From oldest to youngest. Brian, Brent, Brad, Bruce and Brandon. Brian played Sop, Brent was Snare, Brad was always DM Bruce was a sop and DM (I think) Brandon was Pit but I was long gone by that time. It's been years since I first met the family...1984

I don't know if this is it. But this is where I found a recruitment video. http://www.bluestars.org/media/ MYNWA FCO

Dave, I never knew you liked Old Style. Old Grand-dad, maybe. Good Night StolieWolies.

I watched the show last night in Baraboo. Those who say it's not the “Madison sound”, I must disagree. I really liked the show and the music. I was a little apprehensive at first (April Camp mp3s) but seeing the show and listening live, I thought they were great. I wish them the best of luck. I can't wait for tonight’s run-through.

Southwind was great. Too bad the season ended too soon. I really think this is a tough year for anybody under the top 6. I'm still amazed that there is only a 10 point spread in the top 12. There is a lot of good corps out there. Good for everybody. I hope the community as a whole can continue to recruit such great talent.

From Cavies website: The Cavaliers will be rehearsing at North Central College all day on Tuesday, August 8, with the evening ensemble block running from approximately 6 to 9 pm, (weather-permitting) before they head to their DCI housing in Portage, WI.

I know there is one on State Street. It is not too long of a walk.

In the past Phantom always goes to Lodi HS in Lodi, WI. I don't know for sure if they are there, but it might be worth a shot. They usually have a few coprs there. I'm gonna try and get into the Cadet and Cavies over the next few days. Both so close.

13th Spirit 14th Crossmen 15th Blue Stars 16th Capital Regiment 17th Pacific Crest 11th through 16th is so close, it's anybody's game. I think that the Colts have a great show this year. Haven't seen BS but CR was fantastic. But there was a clear difference between CRand the Colts...and the Colts were LOUD!!! We'll see and good luck to all!

Now I liked the Madison look but it isn't much different from the 1986-2002 look? Which I am very happy with. What about Blue Stars? I'm not sure where I would go with them. I think they need a splash a red (other than the plume) on that uniform. When the Drum Line had the white sash with red trim...I like that. Maybe bring the Cummerbunds back. Just a thought.

The guard used to practice over there. We never did. We (Drum Line) was always way out in the back corner of the festgrounds where the Black River went under the railroad tracks. My best guess would be the North West corner. Where and when? I went to one at the Oak Crest Tavern in '02.

I always had trouble telling the difference between the Brewery and the Sewage treatment plant right by the brewery. Those hot days with a south wind...Argh! But those were the days!

Did I bust on your spelling? Sorry Joe. I agree with Reed on the music, but with one strong point...wasn't that the downfall of Madison in the early 2K's? I'm still a fan of Velvet Knights, I have an mp3 of the 87 show I listen to weekly. I can't say for sure that Blue Stars can or cannot do a crowd pleasing show and still be competitive. I know that is what I would like to see, but I really think I am in the minority anymore. Even when I marched, I think most people where music majors, but I wasn’t one. I liked BD, Madison, Older Cavies (Planets). Songs I actually knew. Ok Back on topic…I will still be there cheering on Blue Stars if they have narrations or not, if I don’t understand the show, or I have the normal confused look on my face during the show. I will still be there for the members. I will still be proud to say I marched there. I still know how hard those guys are working, how huge the commitment is and how great all the performers are. Just because I don’t know the music, I can still see the great talent and drive the members have. BTW, the first time I will see the BS show will be in Madison on Thursday afternoon, then Friday and hopefully Saturday. I know there are corps from 13-18 that are all really close score wise. I just wish BS the best of luck.