thatonekid

It's funny you say that, because I'm pretty sure there were a ton of 16 year olds in that corps. As well, I know for sure that Mark Palise marched that year, and I'm pretty sure he still isn't over over 5'5"

This was written in the Madison forums by a guy who I marched with. I think he really sums up the whole situation, and I love the way he puts it. I don't think you're going to offend anyone here by making commentary about the use of amplification. Everyone associated with the activity has an opinion about it, and no one is afraid to voice that opinion. We've heard many opinions before, and we expect to hear many more. So I don't think you have offended anyone. One thought I might offer is just that no matter what your opinion is on any changes in the activity and the design team's use of them, the most important thing we can do as alumni and fans of the Scouts is to support the members. The members have really no say about what electronics are used, or any other program ideas. But they are of course the ones that receive the brunt of the negative commentary about any use of it, whether they like it or not. We went through a lot of changes while I was in the corps. As a rookie I played a bugle, we had no electronics anywhere on the field, and I loved it. When I aged I played a trumpet, we had amps and mics on the front sideline, and I still loved it. We heard it all--no one was afraid to tell us their opinion. But no matter what electronics are or aren't used, the guys are still the guys. They march in Madison for many of the same reasons that we have - passion, brotherhood, and witnessing incredible Madison performances that made them know it is something special to be a part of. So whether you like the changes or not, be the alumni or fan who still supports the corps and always will support the corps. Come to the shows, wear your jacket with pride, scream and cheer when they're on the field, talk with the members, give money to the organization, and volunteer your time to help. The 2009 Scouts will learn and grow as men just as many other men of Madison have before them, whether there is a speaker on the sideline or not. They bust their tails all all day all summer, make huge sacrifices to be there, and they deserve our support just like any other year. They are and will be incredible with or without electronics. That's my two cents. Peace and Brotherhood, MYNWA, Mike

Pretty sure they did. And if I'm thinking of what you're asking about, You can see me being the poster boy for Madison

Uh...you march Krause Anderson. I'm pretty sure you can handle anything

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I've gained about 10 back from the 25 I lost. I've started running 3 miles every other day, and I want to bump it up to every day soon. Maybe this next summer I'll actually be a little more prepared for the season lol.

Hugh Jackman would be a Scout fo sho. And Jessica Biel would be my dream phantomette

Thanks a bunch. I know I speak for the guys when I say it means alot to hear the kind words. And on the topic of body movement, you can thank JC and Anthony for all that. They both spent countless hours over the summer drilling basic dance moves and all that into our heads, and really taught us the application in the show. It was definitely the most body movement I've ever done in a show, but it was a blast doing it all.

Just a reminder before I go to sleep and then leave for the airport... I'm marching this summer...therefore we're gonna win

When do you leave for everydays/all days/spring training/boot camp/whatever you call it. My flight leaves bright and early at 7:10am for Wisconsin.

ooooh, the puns kills me. even though the same one keeps getting used.

YEAH! Thats Andrew. Such a sick player.

This is true. 1 screamer had some problems that he absolutely had to go home to fix, and another one got hurt within the first 2 weeks. Oh man, if only they could have stayed healthy and stayed with us, oh gosh! I've never been able to hear people scream on trumpets like that.

Thanks!

lol geeze. Tell us how you really feel. BTW: THE MADISON SCOUTS STILL HAVE ONE TUBA HOLE THAT NEEDS TO BE FILLED. AS WELL, I BELIEVE WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING AUDITIONS/APPLICATIONS FOR HORNLINE ALTERNATE SPOTS.

Haha, c'mon! He's Pat!!! Pat and mess up shouldn't ever be in the same sentence.

This reminds me of that movie Stand and Deliver. Angel:Hey, I'm the first one here. What's calcoolus? EDIT: anyway..back on topic. GO ME!!!...wait...can I do that?

As I understand it, thats kind of where the idea came from, but I don't believe any of the source music is from the play.

I actually like BD's title. I think it's unique, and really cool. I'm pretty amped for that show (no pun intended).

Yeah, maybe people jumped on him pretty quick. I hope my post was pretty well stated with an explanation without the "dude, seriously...wtf" feel. More so, I just wanted to post so everyone could see the show banner in my signature!

Definitely agree with this. I plan on bringing maybe,MAYBE, 2 pairs of rehearsal shorts. 1 should do fine, but just in case, I may bring 2. You have that, 1 pair of casual shorts, 1 pair of jeans, and you're set to go. There really isn't any need to bring a set of shorts for every day. You have no one to impress with your smell. Well...not in a all dude corps anyway

I guess I don't know my own corps history as well as I should, but what rainbow theme are you talking about? I'm trying to remember shows from here in the 2000's and late 90's, but I don't remember any of them having a rainbow theme. As well about the gay rights thing, I think your grasping for straws. We're just an all guy corps. Thats all. I mean if you're gonna use rainbow as an example, I could make the same claim with the Cavaliers playing Somewhere Over the Rainbow, but people would make the same claim that I'm reaching for something that really isn't there. We're just an all guy corps with alot of tradition, but still changing and PROGESSING with the trends of drum corps.

But...we are...

I am under the impression that my corps, The Madison Scouts, still have one tuba(CONTRA) hole, as well are still accepting applications for hornline alternate spots. The alternate spots are open for any horn, trumpet, mello, bari, euph, and tuba. I checked out the official outline of the alternate program we have last camp, and it is pretty legit. Definitely there to help the kids, no matter what the situation. I was really impressed.