Good things are coming out of Iowa! Got to see the show a couple of weeks ago, and I have to say, it's got all the Colts hallmarks--lots of melody, a powerful ballad, and great entertainment value.
The biggest difference from last year is the hornline sound. Much more rich than last year (and much louder as a result!). It's going to be put to good use, as the horn book is a step up from last year, especially Pollock. Percussion's got a lot of vets and is a ton of fun to watch and listen to--and personally, I'm crazy about the six-person cymbal line!
Can't speak much to the color guard or the visual program. Guard seemed full and well-prepared, they were layering in work but I just don't know how to talk about what I saw. As for visual, couldn't get a good angle from it just because of shallow high school stands.
I can't say where anyone will wind up come August, especially since every corps seems to step up their game season after season. I've seen with my own eyes that the Colts have stepped up theirs. Go Red Team!