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-1990 Star of Inidiana is my overall favorite. - Favorite tags after the show as the corps exits- 1987 Cadets, 1988 Blue Devils and 1993 Bluecoats. -(Actually suprised BD 1988 has not been mentioned much in this thread). - Favoite fun or entertaining closers to watch - 1988 & 1995 Madison Scouts, 2008 PR & 1991 Crossmen (love that Crossmen drum feature in the closer). Favorite visual/drill endings : -1991 Star of Indiiana - 1998 Cadets - 1991 Cavaliers

It was great to have Drum Corps in the Nations Capital that year. I grew up in Northern Virginia, and was living there at the time. Not to be biased, but as many of you know, its always great to have Finals in your backyard. Byrd is a good stadium. A little "steep on the angle" the higher you go up, but overall, pretty good. Maybe the upcoming renovations might help that angle? I agree that not having a logo on the 50, was a welcome view. I think one of the better things that came out of it was the exposure or awareness. There are so many good music education programs in the area. I think at the time, it was a benefit to those students, that they could now see drum corps live. Also I remember there were some corps who made appearances at the various monuments and sites in and around DC. That was very patriotic to see. I remember last year there was a show at the Naval Academy. Wish I could have been there. The mix of military history as a backdrop to the corps would have been special to see. If Finals were to come back, I would hope Fed Ex Field gets to be the host. If remember at the time, RFK Stadium was seen as a possible site to host? I do remember in High School, RFK was a good stadium to perform in at halftime of Redskin's Games. But it was a mess to get to if you drove (unless taking Metro). It is also situated in a pretty bad part of DC. Hopefully Daniel Snyder, (if he is still the Redskins owner), might have a softer spot for it next time around.

It was a pleasure meeting some of you this past Saturday at our booth, during the Ayala HS- Music in Motion Competition. Those of you who recevied our folders and membership forms, and are planning on auditioning, please bring these with you this Sunday to Arcadia HS. Looking forward to seeing you all there!!

If attending the WBA Ayala HS Band tournament on October 18th, please visit The Kingsmen Information Booth. We will have more information on the upcoming season for both our Winter Guard and Drumline, as well as other performing groups in our organization. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Kingsmen Winter Guard Announces Second Audition Date: To all who spin, move, toss and enjoy the art of Color Guard. The 2009 Kingsmen Winter Guard is offering a second day of audition! This is your last chance to join a great independent color guard! The Benefits to You • Friendships The chance to meet people who love this performing art as much as you do! Some of these people will be friends for life! • Advanced Training The opportunity to work with some of the most talented instructors in the activity. • Belonging A safe, friendly, comfortable environment in which to develop & improve yourself and be part of a great group of people. • Exposure Opportunities to travel & perform for large audiences • Excellence – Only the highest of standards, discipline and integrity. • Leadership –Build leadership skills that will help you to be successful in your life, now, and in the future. The Staff : -George Armenta (Arcadia High School) -Michael McNulty (Emerald Marquis and Mission Viejo HS) -Jennifer Permer (Emerald Marquise & Mission Viejo H.S.) -Christine Higgins (The Cadets) -Pancho Torres (Blue Devils and Fantasia Winter Guard) -Jessica Stanchiu (Ventures and Santa Clara Vanguard Auditions will be held: Sunday, October 26, 2008 Arcadia High School 180 Campus Dr. Arcadia, CA 91007 Auditions begin promptly at 1:00pm For more information, visit www.kingsmenstarcorps.org. Questions? Contact George Armenta at geoarmenta@mac.com

....Good to see things have not changed in Fairfax County, and that music education in schools is still seen as a priority there.

Agreed. Best weather in the country. Beautiful beaches and Ocean is nearby. Lots to do. Hopefully by 2018, we will have less of a dependency on diesel, and possibly a different/less expensivce fuel for the busses so that this can happen. ...(depending on which administation/party keeps their energy plans a numero uno priority)..Hopefully, alternative fuels will be the one thing that makes it possible for many corps to tour and come out to visit California, more often. Thank you Phantom Regiment for coming out this year. Hopefully there will be more. I liked the Rose Bowl, (but I am probably biased being part of the Kingsmen, cause we were all about it). Personally liked the feel of performing in the stadium, from field level. It seemed like the fans were right there with you, and not somewhere in the upper deck. But from the fan perspective at the Rose Bowl, I think its all about the the "getting in and getting out". If you were there for July 4th show this year; Especially, if you had to park on the golf course... your stories probably relate to a hellish experience. As for now, I like the 10 year deal in Indy. Brand new stadium. All the amenities. No field issues or rain. Centralized location for most corps ( Not like Kansas City was, but still pretty good). Overall a good deal. There is some other thread on here about the acoustics, but I think in time, it will be worked out. Also, lets hope that out of this, there is some consistency in housing year after year. Either this, or that housing progressively gets better, (as in better accomadation for the corps needs, based on precedence), with the expectation that corps will be in Indy for roughly the same week year after year.

Yeah, 93 BD. Not so much that it didn't win..but the hornline that year. Wow. Others.. - 1990 Star of Indiana -.2008 Bluecoats - 2000 SCV - 1988 Cadets - 2001 BD

If you would like, come out this Sunday to Western HS. Our Alumni hornline will be practicing for the parade from 1-3pm, near the baseball fields (parallel to Western Ave). Winter Guard auditions will also be happening from 1-6pm.

Yes, that is correct. Announcements on the 2009 Senior Corps will come, most likely in November, after our appearence in the Anaheim Halloween Parade.on Ocotber 25. Speaking of the parade, please see SCV Guy's-(Kevin Monahan) post in the Topic "Halloween Parade" (DCA All-Age Corps Forum) regarding the parade appearance, practice schedule, and how you can join us. By the way, Chris (monoemono) ... "Night in Tunisia" BlueCoats 93...Personal favorite. That tag at the end of the show, gets me everytime. Great show overall.

1. Star of Indiana 1991-Simply put.. Masterful 2 Blue Devils 1993- In the 1993 video Steve Rondinaro says..."The hornline was cooking tonight..the rain must have given them some extra octane". - Incredible Brass Line that year. 3 Star of Indiana 1990- Amazing music book. Incredible ending with drill and music. 4 SCV 1999- I agree with a prior post made on this show. This was the most intense show I have ever seen live. Particularly the ending of the second movement. 5. 1993 Cadets- Speed, more speed, percussion and punch....Hoping the Cadets revisit Holsinger again in the future. 6 1994 Blue Devils- Great Guard, High Snare Sticking, Vintage Brass Sound. All Attitude... It was all there that year. 7. 1985 Cadets- Bernstein and Drill. A Theme for The Cadets of the 80's...and now a theme for them in 2009. 8.Cavaliers 1991- A show which is not on many lists. But the flag toss and push at the ending, and the HUGE reaction from the crowd in the Cotton Bowl...amazing. 9. Crossmen 1991- The drum solo. 10. Cadets 1991- Short Ride in a Fast Machine...SCV's version was good in 2001, but this one had a lot punch, and great drill. Favorite Year: 1991. Top 7 are incredible.

The Winter Guard will start with the intention of being in Independent Open. However, the possibility to go Independent World is not out of the question. That will be a staff decision as time progresses.

Yes. And thank you for your interest. We will be holding auditions for both Winter Guard and Winter Drumline very soon. We have just announced auditions for the Kingsmen Winter Guard, to be held September 28th @ Western HS from 1pm-6pm in Anaheim, CA. The Winter Guard will compete in WGASC and WGI this year. More information regarding these auditions, as well as staff, has been posted in the DCP -Indoor Color Guard Topic. We will also be holding auditions for our Winter Drumline very soon. More information on this in the coming weeks. Please stay tuned to both this website and upcoming announcements on kingsmenstarcorps.org.

After a 13 year hiatus, the Kingsmen Winter Guard returns to the competitive arena. Kingsmen StarCorps, Inc. is proud to announce the return of the five (5) time Winter Guard International Finalist. The return of the Kingsmen Winter Guard represents the first step in the launch of a new Kingsmen Corps. Competing in Winter Guard International and the Winter Guard Association of Southern California, the Kingsmen Winter Guard will once again continue their tradition of excellence in the 2009 season. Instructional staff includes: -George Armenta (Arcadia High School) -Michael McNulty and Jennifer Permer (Emerald Marquise and Mission Viejo H.S.) -Christine Higgins (The Cadets) -Pancho Torrez (Blue Devils and Fantasia Winter Guard) -Michael Strachan (Arcadia H.S.) -Jessica Stanchiu (Ventures and Santa Clara Vanguard) We are all looking forward to the return of a highly competitive and successful program. "There is so much history and pride associated with the Kingsmen, this is a long time in the making", says George Armenta. There is absolutely no fee to audition. Auditions will be held on Sunday, September 28, from 1pm - 6pm at Western High School, 501 S. Western Ave., Anaheim, CA 92804. Please wear black, fitted dance clothing and shoes. Also bring your own flag, rifle and sabre. Additional equipment will also be available, should you not own your own. Be sure to visit our website for audition information, registration, and updated information. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact George Armenta at GeoArmenta@mac.com or visit the Kingsmen web site at kingsmenstarcorps.org.