Sutasaurus

I have to agree with you there. Beast of a drill, RIP John B Brazale , and the horn writing was some of best from Jim Wren.

Have a safe and successful season.

but the symphony wasn't about the popular music of 1890's new york, that was a dancehall scene, for the most part. the symphony actually has two main philosophical themes. its first, and most readily apparent, is a psychological exploration of the idea and ideal of the new world, its attraction to children of the old world, and the emotional experience of immigration and frontiersmanship: the bold themes of the first movement, mixed with other themes exploring excitement, discovery, fortitude, fear, courage, and joy. on a second level, the symphony was written as a piece of living anthropology. dvorak was based in new york, but traveled, and soaked up as much indigenous music as he could, transcribing themes and styles as he traveled to fold into his american compositions. many people believe the largo was based on a negro spiritual, one was even written based on the largo after the fact (going home), but it was actually an exploration and amplification of a traditional native american chant dvorak heard during a trip to an indian reservation. a fairly ancient piece of music, even in its day. Seems to me he drew inspiration from America...not New York. I was able to say that in a few words. Everyone is entitled to their opinion e.e. cummings.

Oh...Okay. Thanks

An honest question here. Why is the ride cymbal such a sticking point with '89? Dvorak's original piece was inspired by the musical styles popular in America when he lived here. "From a New World to a New Age" took an updated look at Dvorak's inspiration which included a ride cymbal. Think of Blue Devil's show "Adventures in Time" where original time signatures were "substituted" for new ones.

Sorry, that was 1973 SCV

1973 SVC. That corps just out classed everyone on the field that year.

If my feeble memory serves me, I believe the audience participation began with the 1812 program. I know as souvie person for the corps, we occasionally made them and sold them at the trailer. We had some folks meet up with us on tour with shopping bags full of kabukis. Jen are you out there? The classic kabuki is a piece of hard candy taped to a length of crepe paper and rolled. Somehow, it morphed into throwing rolls of TP. I'm not sure if the event coordinators appreciate the aftermath but it sure is fun

Honk, Honk, Honk Cavie person passin' through.

In comes the good air out goes the bad.......Gosh I can't wait to hear what the Regiment is playing!!!!!! So why did you go upset yourself by reading this thread? Take you're own advice and self medicate.

Claire de Lune = Aaahhhhhhhhhh

Thx my feeling are just fine Thanks for askin'

Tough crowd here tonight. So now it's time to complain because they'ye trying something new, you know, so their drill isn't so boring.... So it wasn't up to your standards? Seems to me a fair amount of people enjoyed it for what it was...no need for over processing. Why not apply for a drill writing job with them? Looks like they could use your help.

Your descriptive is "interesting" We all know where you stand when it comes to Regiment.

I believe the "Hamonic Journey" you're referring to was just that. Obviously you didn't get it.

Well that really added a lot to the discussion. Thanks

Sorry Sue....That comment wasn't meant for you. It was for the author of the comment that folks who don't agree with his/her example of color guard just don't think(oldtimedrummer). I agree with your analysis and I believe you and G approach this topic with a fair amount of knowledge.

Hey Sue... Ready for the 2008 season? I am. Sure beats arguing with people.

Why? Obviously the sun rises and sets wit BD'99 get real

I have a different POV and you say I don't think??? That's really rude drummer.

Oh Tom.....

Seroiusly????? Not any cleaner. Did BD dance...yes they did. Did I take in all their dance....no not really. Is my opinion less valid? Nope, just my opinion.

You and Sue will agree to disagree. Demand meet execution. Execution meet demand. Both have their degree of importance. To me, it's the venue that dictates where the focus should be. When I'm sitting in a gymnasium watching a WGI performance, I can truly appreciate the demands placed on the individual performers because I am practically on top of them. When I'm in a large stadium, the dance steps just seem to be lost. It's those grand, sweeping, synchronized movements that really stand out and add an edge to a field performance.

Wow...Just wow. Absolutely beautiful Ang.

Guess we're twin sons of different mothers Tom. A perfect example of this would be the entire guard passing through a rotating horn/drum box while spinning like mad. Makes me jump up and say Wow!