Magic of Mobile D&BC

Hello All, This is John Dunnam, Executive Director of Magic of Mobile. There has ben some activity from the Board of Directors and myself. I would now like this chance to explain alot. There was alot of things that went into the folding of Magic of Mobile. We did have 501©3 Status. We were an umbrealla organization from another 501©3. Money was an issue, and we had issues within the administration and within the regular staff. I know there are alot of rumors floating around also. But let me be the first to say that, in my actions as Executive Director, I regretably did not make the right choices; there fore Magic of Mobile folded. I did hire a world class staff, and to the people that was on the staff, it was damaging to their professional circles, and I do apologize for that. In that, Magic is a tarnished name no matter what you try to do to fix it. Magic of Mobile will not come back out. We are reevaluating the situation and we are seeing what will come of it. If we do decide to field, we will come out under a new name and will be waiting for DCI to announce us. This has been bad enough for everyone involved and personally, I am upset at the personal attacks that have been made. I know what I said about Mr. Golding was really unprofessional. I do apologize for any wrong doing I may have caused. I just want to put this all behind and move on. There is no use in beating a dead horse into the ground further than it already is. Yes, a Drum Corps did extend an invitation to learn under their Administrative Staff and I am very, very thankul for the opportunity. In the camp that I have already attended, I have learned alot of very valuable information. I was very impressed that the staff showed open arms and welcomed me in and are helping me in trying to possibly get a corps in Mobile. If anyone feels that they want more of an explanation, please contact me first. magicdrumcorps@yahoo.com Keep it off the boards. Sincerely, John Dunnam Executive Director Mobile's Drum Corps

Another Kick Butt concept would be the following: Sins to Sainthood. March of the Dragonmasters - Robert Jager On an American Spiritual - David Holsinger Where The Blackhawk Soars - Robert W. Smith Burnin' up - Featuring the Music from "Backdraft"

Ummm lets see... Music From Batman Begins and The Dark Knight - Awesome Music - Spirit Played Corynorhinus and Myotis in 2008, but with an expanded version written the right way i think it could be very moving and beautiful music. Dark music. New Day Rising - Symphony No. 1 - Steven Reineke - AWESOME MUSIC - just watch the ragtime sections as to not get a dated feel to the music. Music from August Rush. Boston Crusaders didnt do the music justice IMO. No offense but this could be done very very good. 30 Seconds To Mars - The Kill - AWESOME Katy Perry - Hot N Cold - Encore Tune - AWESOME!!!

Bluecoats look like they are coming in prepared with their game faces on. looks intense and challenging. Cant wait to see this show in Lucas Oil Stadium!!!!

I went to High School at McAdory, which is in Jefferson County, Alabama. Jefferson Co. Is the biggest school system in the state of Alabama with 66 public schools alone. Majority of them are high schools with football teams. If i am not mistaken all of the High Schools in Jefferson County all had Band Programs. We had the same uniforms ever since I started middle school. the year after I graduated - 2001, The Senator help the band purchase new uniforms. As for instrument repair, We had a marching baritone, that had more tape on it than the drummer's sticks. it didn't get replaced till after I graduated. I would have loved to be able to be in a school that did BOA/MFA. Anything we played in Marching band was 60's / 70's rock. We went out on a limb my junior year and played an all jazz show. it was well received by the audience. but we weren't in an area that had ANY BOA Bands. Our Director didn't like to challenge us during Marching Band cause it was soley for the purpose of entertainment for the football crowds. Alabama is all about some football. Now our concert programs were always very challenging. I enjoyed concert season. We did alot of Holsinger, R. W. Smith, King, Padillia, Holst, Dvorak, and a few others. We always did really well and went on a Spring trip. We never marched at a competition outside of the tri county area. BOA - if it stays financially sound, would be a great thing to bring into Alabama. Alot of the bands would become better and would make bands alot more important in this state due to the fact that budgets are always being cut due to proration and the music/arts depts. are always the first thing to go. I now live in Mobile Co. which is the State's 2nd largets school system. It is alot different down here seeing as Mobile has Mardi Gras. Bands get Paid by the societies to march in their parades. booster programs are strong but with one of the weakest economys in Alabama right now due to a lack of landing deals that the government screwed up. Bands would be better if BOA was in Alabama, Mobile has some of the LARGEST Bands in Alabama. MGM Marches around 125 musical instruments, with a guard and dance line. Baker HS, Also has a huge program topping over the 100+ mark. Murphy High School has a huge band program and are internationally known. They just went to Austrailia. All in all. If BOA/DCI/WGI merge. i see it as a positive. it could help the Corps out by being able to recruit more and grow membership and alumni. it could help the HS Band programs out by giving them a chance to excell in something that obiviously is a big draw to students here, being in marching programs. Gives them the chance to grow as students but as individuals, and gives them the chance to be prepared for a Drum Corps Audition.

If Spirit uses the electronics in 2009 i think they will be the one to turn heads. Kansas is a perfect vehicle for them to show evey one how it is done.

I think Holy Name Cadets choice of WSS for 2009 will be a very innovative, technical, lyrical, most intense shows for 2009. They are bringing the fire and intensity that they came on in with the 2005 season. I figure they will probably score in the 99.250 range!!

SCV - Ballet For Martha - Appalachian Spring Holy Name Cadets - "Lenny" - Selections from West Side Story Bluecoats - I M A G I N E - Childrens' Hour of Dream, Sky Blue Madison Scouts - Relámpago Spirit - Kansas - Song for America, Carry on my Wayward Son, Point of know Return, Dust in the Wind, Journey from Mariabronn The Academy - The Ascent - Call of the Mountain - An Alpine Symphony, Op. 64 - Kingfishers Catch Fire Crossmen - Forbidden Pacific Crest - El Corazon de la Gente: Alegria, Amor, y Fuerza - Selections by Carlos Chavez - Pampeana No 3 – Impetuosamente - Variaciones Concertantes - Pequena Danza - Danzas Sinfonicas: Gregoriana Colts - Fathoms Mandarins - ABSOLUTE: Absolute Fanfare - Absolute Passion - Absolute Joy - Absolute Rhythm - Absolute Velocity Cascades - Beyond The Forest Phantom Regiment - The Red Violin - The Red Violin Pioneer - Celtic Trinity - Three Celtic Dances - Into The Raging River Blue Stars - Blue Knights - Cavaliers - The Great Divide Blue Devils - Jersey Surf - Troopers - Western Side Story Carolina Crown - The Grass is always Greener... Boston Crusaders - Femme Fatale - Bacchanale - Salome - Belkis, Queen of Sheba - Dance of the Maenads - Myst Glassmen - Ok So all We are Waiting on now is: Glassmen, Blue Devils, Jersey Surf, Blue Knights, and Blue Stars!!!

Any Move That has been done in the 2000's. Old School - anything by the cadets and madison scouts!!! 1978 - 1981 ANY THING YOU CAN THROW @ ME that Spirit Did. Love me Some Spirit!!

It Is Sad to see a Open Class Corps Have to Fold when they were a good up and coming corps. Good for cascades cause they will be able to field a strong comeback corps for 2009!! Sorry Goldinga - All the smack talk you do bit you in the ### didn't it!!!

My Wish List For Finals: 1. Spirit - Only Has EVER Gotten To 4th. They will rock in 09. 2. Holy Name Cadets - 75th. thats all there is to say 3. Crown - They have 16 Contras!!! 4. Phantom - GREAT Show for 2008. - Nothing will compare to it. 5. Blue Devils - Will not do so hot. 6. Cavies - Suffers From Staff Changes! 7. Bluecoats - Good Concept - Will Peak in July and end up loosing out. 8. SCV - Ballet For Martha - Overplayed Music and will have problems due to staff changes. 9. Surf - They Desrve to turn heads and make a statement 10. Madison - They Earned It 11. Crossmen - Awesome Concept - Cant wait to hear more 12. Colts - Good Corps Actually - Be more mature in 09 and will pull it off!!!

Here is My Predictions for 2009 DCI Season 1. Holy Name Cadets 2. Phantom Regiment 3. Carolina Crown 4. Blue Devils 5. The Cavaliers 6. Bluecoats 7. Boston Crusaders 8. SCV 9. Blue Stars 10. Glassmen 11. Spirit 12. Blue Knights 13. Madison Scouts 14. Crossmen 15. Colts 16. The Academy 17. Troopers 18. Pioneer 19. Jersey Surf 20. Pacific Crest 21. Mandarins 22. Cascades

I am a Fan of Teal Sounds new uniform. Will look Good with them trying to make the jump into world class next year. Stanbury has a quality product as with FJM. I think the uniform will look very mature for Teal as they embark on a very important season. Congrats Randy and the Teal Group!!

I am a Fan of Teal Sounds new uniform. Will look Good with them trying to make the jump into world class next year. Stanbury has a quality product as with FJM. I think the uniform will look very mature for Teal as they embark on a very important season. Congrats Randy and the Teal Group!!

The things that went on in the organization of Magic of Mobile does not need to be discussed on a Public Forum. Magic of Mobile is already going to have enough of a hard time trying to rebuild after everything that happened. If you want to speak with me reguarding what happened feel free to contact me.

Magic of Mobile is in the process of reoragnizing and restructuring. We have not closed up shop. There were mistakes and inaccuracies within the organization and we are making process on rebuiliding and making sure that we dont put the cart be fore the horse. We are not dead. We just decided to make sure that Magic of Mobile will be a stable organization before we move forward and put future members in the mix.

I am Highly Impressed at the announcement of Spirit's 2009 Show "KANSAS" Spirit has a one time chance to make this work. They have all the makings for 2009 to be a comeback year. I wish Spirit the Best of Luck. Hope to see a top 8 placement.!!!!

We are not affiliated with The Magic, Magic of Orlando, Or any other organization that is out there. Magic of Mobile is not dead. We are just focusing on things that need to done before we start to get ready to tour.

From the Executive Corps Director of Magic of Mobile Monday, November 3, 2008 It is with great regret that I inform you that, Magic of Mobile will not be fielding a corps for the 2009 season. Magic of Mobile will continue to proceed with starting up the drum corps, But regretfully will not be touring in 2009. There were alot of factors that went into this decision and will not be made public. Magic of Mobile will continue to build and gain stability within the organization. We will be reorganizing the organization and making sure that everything will be carried out to the best of the abilities of the Board of Directors. Magic of Mobile still has all intents on fielding a Corps when it is the right time within the Organization to field a corps. Thank you to all of the people that have been supportive of Magic of Mobile over the past months. The Board of Directors are very concerned with making sure that Magic of Mobile will be able to field in the coming season (2010) and become a Very valuable addition to the DCI Organziation. Sincerely, John Dunnam Executive Corps Director Magic of Mobile

Magic of Mobile would like to announce our Guard Staff for the 2009 Season COMING SOON

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Magic of Mobile is Scheduling their Evaluation This Week.

As of right now We are not sure of our 2009 tour dates. We will know more about our tour in January of 09. We would like to have 12 contras on the field in 09.

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