Sutasaurus
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Ruin? Not at all. I can still enjoy the show musically. My disappointment comes in that I think had that corps had a visual program they could have challenged for the title. It is always a shame to me when I see a corps that seems talented beyond the means of the product they are given.
Let me ask you this, how did you enjoy Cadets 07? I will assume from your post above that you did not let the narration ruin the experience for you.
At least you can enjoy the show musically. When one uses words like "kill" and disappointed" it leads me to think you didn't care for the show at all....my bad.
As for Cadets '07...I applaud them for their execution but the product wasn't one of their better choices. I found the naration unnecessary, and to a degree, insulting. I'm sorry if we don't share like opinions but at least we can be civil about it.
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Seen it. . .many times. The guard kills the ballad for me. Also, I think the show lacks color in a big way. Sorry, the show always leaves me upset, because the music is soooo good, and the visual is so subpar.
Too bad you let these types of things ruin the experience.
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slightly ot:
am i the only one who thinks that for a show as revered as phantom 03, the first hit in canon has horrendous pitch issues?
Quite possibly
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For me, the visual, especially the guard kills Phantom 03. Sorry, I need more than loud, exciting music.
That's interesting.....try watching their finals performance....especially the first big hit in Canon. Note the flash bulbs going off.
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I already mentioned Joan Tower's music, which is pretty contemporary.
Going back a little further, I'd love to hear PR tackle some Sessions...particularly "The Black Maskers." Or maybe Britten's "Four Sea Interludes."
Thank you Lance...I've always thought Britten would be a good choice for the Regiment....How about some Granville Bantock?????
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I could see Korngold's Sea Hawk as a great opener for a Musketeers themed show. It's big and bold and would get your attention.......
But what music would you use to portray the life of a revolutionary slave????
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Heya Trisha...
Don't forget Rosza, Beibel, and Phillip Glass...... I think both Santa Clara and Regiment have used Glass extremely well. The "mixes" Regiment have used in the past few years work well for them...the classics with a twist of contemporary. Going out on a limb could be a matter of which classical piece is juxtaposed against which contemporary.... the possibilities are endless!
Warmest regards
Sutasaurus
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i'm glad to know that i'm not the only one who really enjoyed this show. especially the movement that bridges the ballad into the percussion feature...that 24 count hold is raw power. i'm just wondering who applied the "more cowbell" theory to cymbal crashes/rolls in the first movement. there is roughly 100 crashes and rolls in the opening five minutes.
The drum book was a bit cymbal heavy, but part of that I think had to do with the recordings that year. Maybe microphone placement???? Yes, that chord is amazing as is that pit run going into the drum solo. WHOA!
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I am not a total fan of the new Blue Stars uniform...I much prefer the older...but I think I could be swayed if they would just add the red plume.
I think the uniform is just missing a splash of red.
Agreed.
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You can vote for the Phantom Regiment by going HERE!
And while you are there...you could also vote for Aaron and Kenton Brace's band, Harmonic Movement in the Best New Act category.
Aaron marched PRC and Capitol Sound
Kenton marched PRC, Tarheel Sun, Capitol Sound and Madison Scouts
It's not their fault their dad is such a arse sometimes.
Thanks in advance.
Done. One for PR and one for Harmonic Movement! Good luck to all the contestants. Rockford must support it's music!
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Though the guard uniform wasn't one of their best choices for 1995, those ladies cooked! The unitard was such a departure from the more feminine costumes we were used to seeing them wear. That , combined with the color, turned many people off. Thankfully, 1996 saw the return of a more feminine look for them. But I have to say, 1995 has to be one of my favorite shows to listen to.
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Same person that did the uni for VK 92
Ding...ding...ding. We have a winner. Exactly! VK 92 Thank you. I always loved that show.
A different approach to the topic....was Star's 1993 off white uniform. Take a look at that show again...I was always impressed with the combined use of stark uniform and body movement that put some interesting effects on the field.
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when the blue stars are standing still, their uniforms look amazing. when they are moving, i feel like im watching some hypnotic
attempt to make me buy tshirts... the legs while marching are sooo distracting! plus, they lose a lot of clarity in condensed forms. i think if blue stars switched to all blue, or all white pants, their unis would still look great, and they would clear up alot of mess on the field
Hey Shaners. I agree with you on Blue Stars new uniforms..Unique, fresh loaded with identity. While it does pose clarity problems it has potential. Think back to our friends, VK. They had those crazy unis that were white and red I believe...my old memory is failing me. But what stands out in my mind is how they made it work. Seeing them move in solid red and then the white side(s) of the uniform started to pop out into the drill. Staging is key here. I would give the current uni a second chance with a more focused approach of incorporating the contrasts into their drill rather than opting for a new look. Just my $.02
Later
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Guys....
So what if she doesn't like your corps' guard?
Thats her opinion.
No need to jump on her about it.
Same reason I don't burn the people at the stake who criticize the hornline I'm in. They can think what they want, all that matters is that you know that your guard is great.
come on now, how many people do you honestly see insult the mighty Phantom Regiment each day? Very few, if any.
So why does 1 person who doesn't happen to like your guard have to ruin your day?
*edited for spelling
Howdy gjdavistuba...
It's not Melissa's disappointment in Regiment's guard that's up for debate here it's her rationalization that's being called into question. Didn't ruin my day...BTW how does one ruin a Monday???
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Thanks for your concern. I don't really need anyone to come running to my defense, I am not a helpless female. And I do care to hear your opinion. This is a forum, and if people don't discuss things, then it becomes boring. As far as something deeper than dislike of the guard, it isn't that I don't like the guard, I just wish they were as exciting as they have been in the past, particularly 89-96 when I thought they had a top 5 placing guard, some years even top 3-my opinion. I think they are good most years, but not amazing. I can't think of a year as of late, that I didn't think Cadets, BD, Cavies, Crown and Coats haven't put on a better performance guard wise. I enjoy SCV guard better, but realize they aren't always quite as clean.
Now if we were talking percussion, I thought Phantom probably had 2nd place this year above Bluecoats, but the judges felt otherwise. But this discussion was about guard, and my opinion, I think they have been overated the last 4 years.
As far as the play on words, it wasn't mine. And I think I mispelled it. I believe they spelled it Phooked. Maybe one of the members of PR hornline can clarify the word and its spelling? the next time I talk to my brother I will see if I can clear it up.
I'm not defending you Melissa. When you start talking gibberish about conspiract theories and "fixed" placings you just ruined any credibility you "might" have had. When you use that sort of stuff to rationalize your opinion...just kinda makes your opinion questionable. That's all
Have a nice summer.
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As a financial fix, it didn't completely solve the matter. But if you haven't noticed, the top 3 corps at finals usually have the longest lines at the souvie stands. So I think by placing PR in the top 3, regardless of where they deserve helps them out financially, and DCI realizes that there are a lot of PR fans in the audience, and may help them out at shows the following season if they aren't inactive.
Another thing, almost the only people who disagree with any of my statements are people that have marched Phantom in the past, no one else seems to disagree at all. The one thing I did notice when my brother marched Phantom, is that alot of the staff and members claimed they got ******, when they didn't get the placement they wanted. Well, if in the past they felt this way, the last few years should prove to be a make up call.
As for the guard this upcoming season, I can't wait to see who they get on staff. Maybe they will be better than Bluecoats this season, as they unloaded some of their staff to Bluecoats, and the new staff will hopefully be much better. I would love to see some of the spark in the guard like we saw in the early 90's. I thought those guards were much more exciting, and hope they can bring back this kind of energy in future years.
I have a feeling the reason people haven't been running to your defense Melissa is because of your approach. As other posters here have said, conspriacy theories are just that and to use these theories to justify your opinion of Regiment's guard, well, just doesn't speak well for you. If you're calling people out...then name names... Oh and as for your "play on words". That's just poor taste
You have the right to voice your opinion...as do I. Care to hear mine? I think this goes deeper than a dislike of the guard...
Am I close?
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I'd have to agree with sopchick_01.... Why expose all those marching members to potential salmonella infection?
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Bravo...well done. Kinda tells it like it is!
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What position are you in to answer questions for this organization. I do know you were with Phantom Legion at one time. What are you so afraid of here? You seem desperate to close this thread, and it seems in fear of anymore discussion happening.
Tom has been involved with the Regiment in many ways, shapes, and forms over the years. Appreciate what he has to say as he at least speeks to the topic with a voice of reason. I put more stock in what he has to say then most of the speculation/conspiracy theories everyone else is cooking up.
I get the impression Tom is asking the thread be closed because he no longer feels the need to beat a dead horse. Is that wrong?
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OK, I'm sure several of you will take offense to my even asking. Tough. You let me march there, you get to put up with me. I only ask cuz I love.
Can you all help fill in the blanks on Phantom Regiment's special financial needs over the years? It seems like this recent type of thing comes up with relatively regular occurrence. I remember hearing something about December 1988 (?) right before beginning the fabulous 1989 show. Again in about 1995/1996? Last summer brought need for a new car for tour. This year brings out the need for $122k which was really a settlement for over $400,000...blows my mind!
I'm interested in hearing more about this group's financial needs over the year. I don't mean gas money or money for groceries or staff salaries, etc. I'm talking about big expenditures like food trucks or equipment trucks, advance vehicle, bad debt, etc.
Also, anybody have details on where / when this money became loan/debt, etc? I know it traces back to the 90's--when? How much per year, etc. $470,000 is an awful lot of money for one group to tear through in that short of time. What was it spent on?? Any fraud on the part of previous members of the Board, etc? That's a heckuva lot of money in any case.
Here we go again...Silverperson...If you're that interested as an alum go to the source. Stop stirring up garbage and do something constuctive. Like HELPING drum corps.
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Have to back up PrPhan4ever at this point.
You mention 87 Cadets...PRPhan is referring to 1981 & 1982 Complete show theme..."music and all" to Spartacus.
Yes, there was Madison and Cavies in the early '70's and a reference to Garfield in the early 70's for their "Peace" show.. but who took a particular piece of music and based an entire show around it in 1981 & 82 ?????
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If my memory serves me...I believe The Lost Legion was a piece by Kipling that told the story of a British legion "Regiment" that was sent to India to defend the crown....who landed and was never heard from again.
From what I can tell there is no direct correlation between Anderson's piece and Kipling's poem but the similarities are interesting.
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Sorry Mike..the "bad attitude was not directed at you" Mr/Ms. Trombone has issues. I think he/she needs to get over.
Hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving holidays and the 2007 DVDs
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Good point Keith. The members of 2008 Pioneer will become more accomplished performers because of people like Donny. Believe in what you can do and you will succeed
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