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My heart goes out to all that are sick. It could happen to any of the groups. I hope they get better soon. I agree with you, Barigirl78, The show must go on!

Mine is working now too!

I was having the same problems earlier today. the URL wouldnt work or go to the site. It worked after about 2 hours of constant trying. Dont know what's up but that is a major problem. I'm just hoping that they were just working on the site and it wasnt my computer,

Great job to all of the Corps/kids on the show in Virginia on Tuesday. It was definitely an exciting performance. The crowd was very receptive to all of the groups. Tidewater Virginia is and always has been a great receiver of the drum corps activity I had the chance of watching the Cadets and Crown practices on Tuesday. BOTH groups are working INCREDIBILY hard and seem to be very determined to be the best. The Cadets did a lot of cleaning of their show, especially the ending. This show........well it is hot! They move well and are very controlled in all of the speed and crazy directional changes that they are doing at the end. The show is full of excitement and energy and after seeing it in person, I can see that it is a top contender. They will keep working and as long as they dont run out of steam they will be fine. I know as they get more and more comfortable, their strength will continue to grow. I enjoyed their production as did many at the show. Keep pushing Cadets and good luck! I watched dilligently as Crown incorporated new movement and body changes into the show. These kids are amazing in how quickly they pick up and apply subtle changes. Having seen them for the first time in rehearsal, I had the chance to see what the videos dont show. There is a lot of stuff going on on that field. I dont see how the judges can view it all. It would take several reads to get it all in. From side to side there is something happening, colorguard in both end zones, drums in one corner, brass all over the field doing different scenarios. It is an eye full. They do it well though. I was amazed at how with all of the dancing/body movement, the music is still well executed. The brass sound is well controlled, well balanced and dark in timbre. Each voice appears to know when to be the lead and the supporter. Very clever arrangements. Every instrument has proper exposure from the Contra solis to the constant predominant features of the beautiful mellophone section. Well done through out the show. The colorguard needs work, though. The weapons seem fine but the flags are miles behind. It is not the work but the execution. Even a colorguard novice can see that they are not fully together. Just not the crown guard that we are used to seeing. But anyway, just as the Cadets, these kids are working hard to be the best. It is so good to see groups of young people coming together to be great at something. I give them all props! If Crown keeps up the pace they will continue to be top 3 contingents. It should be interesting to see how things pan out in the next two weeks. They still have a lot of work to do and from what I understand there is more coming from them. I wish them all the best. Good Luck to all of the Corps at the show tonight.

The piece is called "Dance of the Tumblers" and yes SCV did do it.

Good luck to ALL of the corps today. Have a great day of practice. There will be a lot of spectators watching the rehearsals today. Very interesting show results last night. Looks like the new judging panel settled things down or shall I say even things out!. Interesting that crown lost brass and percussion last night! Interesting....................................

This is the "Chesapeake" show. Suffolk is a part of Hampton Roads and not very far ( about 10 - 15 miles ) from where the show used to be held. This is a new school and more open area facility. It will be a sold out show. Many are excited in this area to see all of the groups. And with now rain today!!!!!!

Good Job tonight Crown and Cadets! Congrats to all of the corps that performed. Keep pushing ahead! Go East Coast!!!

You are right. They did!

Awesome! Thanks Skimannc1

Sounds Like Crown has made a few strides in growth. I know the Cadets have been working hard too. I cant wait to hear what they do!! this is so exciting. all of the corps are giving their all tonight! Awesome!

I appreciate it Skimannc1. thanks for the updates.

Crossman STILL dont have guard uniforms? Thought they were to have them today?

Loved his Comments. He was very honest and thorough. It was like being at the show.

Does Crown have anything new for tonight?

So true, so true!!! Hopefully they wont keep us waiting for too long.

Welcome, Crown Swagger Dad. We have a lot in common. I too have been watching the post and comments and have been doing the same thing. Kinda funny how opinionated people are. I enjoy the activity a lot. All of the groups are great in their own rite. I'll just sit back and enjoy the shows and the critiques!

Yup, join the Group. Obsessed in a good way. Overly excited is more like it!

What's goingon at the Show right now? Anyone reporting? tonight we have a full panel, right? I'll be on pins and needles awaiting the results. Good luck to ALL of the corps!!

The Suffolk show is going to be packed!! I cant wait. Will be my first of the season. I've been dying to see what all of the hoopla is all about!! So exciting!!

Hell, I'm addicted. I shipped off all of my kids so that I'd have something to do!