Dan Detweiler
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Shorter trip...more corps. I probably would go north too if it were me.
Dan
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I really don't think many people in the north east understand the financial burden it is for a drum corps from outside that area to compete on a weekly or even monthly basis. There was a grand total of 1 DCA contest down here in the south this year. That would be our home show on the 27th of this month. We are sure to lose our shirt on this event with only two corps competing but we must have that event in order to insure that Southern Knights and CV get one final seeding number going into finals week. We can not expect the paying public to shell out the normal ticket price just to see two corps so we are having to cut our admission price in half. So, what is a tremendous fundraising opportunity for most drum corps becomes a liability for us...that being hosting a show. Even our show would be a tremendous burden on Gold as it is still an 8 hour drive for them.
We spend about $25,000 every time we travel up north to compete. That is a huge financial drain on any organization. Not complaining, just stating a fact. All of us down here have to make decisions based on financial stability and viability on a daily basis and often those decisions mean that our drum corps doesn't get the exposure we would like. Yes, I understand that every organization has to make tough decisions, but add to those day to day burdens a travel budget that is increasingly exorbitant and it becomes very clear that something has to give. CV is fortunate that at least we have a couple of DCI events that we can attend locally but Gold doesn't have that available to them. Hence, they may fly under the radar for a while.
We will all be together shortly and none of this will matter as we will do what this circuit is all about and that is meet on the field in the spirit of competition and give it everything we have. Looking forward to seeing all my friends with Gold as well as those from all the other corps. I have nothing but respect for ANYONE that has the hairbrained idea of trying to run a drum corps in today's challenging environment.
Best of luck to everyone and I can't wait to see you all.
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20 minutes ago, Florida Sun said:
that will now go to Atlanta ,if there last show gets rained out and no score ,i guess they be first on in prelims .
Don't you DARE even mention the possibility!
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CV does not have an honor guard.
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See y'all in Rochester!
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43 minutes ago, Fran Haring said:
Relevant, no.
Fun to read and speculate, yes.
Fair enough.
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Not to be Debbie Downer here but everyone needs to keep in mind that these are just numbers...and early numbers at that. The only numbers that are going to matter are those earned by the last weekend before championships. Those will determine the performance order for prelims. Everything else is just a means to an end. For our part, Atlanta CV will not be getting another number until August 27th so I'm sure we will be in about 12th spot on this list by then.
Relevant...?
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The event has been cancelled due to concern by the University as to the grass field conditions after being totally saturated by heavy rain over the last few days.
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This Saturday at 7pm at the University of West Georgia Atlanta CV and Spirit of Atlanta will hold a joint preview show. Come out and see us!
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Folks, you don't KNOW that there won't be any sort of refund so let's not assume the worst. No sense making an already difficult situation for all involved worse by making speculations.
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If there are any current DCA drum majors on here, be sure to read the announcement on the DCA Friends and Family facebook page regarding the "Flapper's Feast".
On Friday night we are going to throw a fun get together for all the drum majors and field conductors from all the DCA corps (Class A, Open Class, Seniors and Minis). Just an opportunity to get to know everyone, share a good meal and lots of stories. Be sure to leave your name, corps and whether you think you can attend. Yes, I know it's during I&E but it is literally the only plausible time to do it. I will be putting together a contact list for everyone and then we can start planning the specifics.
Can't wait to see everyone! This is going to be fun.
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Direct link to the high def version of the video reveal in case anyone wants it.
Don't know why it starts partway through...weird. Just rewind to start from the beginning.
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The Hawaiian shirts will ALWAYS be the parade attire for Atlanta CV!
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Atlanta CV is selling nearly new System Blue brass instruments. One horn...full line...and everything in between.
All you high school and college band directors looking for a matching set of brass for your bands, this is your big opportunity to get your dream line at a fraction of the cost. Contact Dr. David Stollberg at director@atlantacv.org for more information. There is some lead time involved so don't wait. Jump on this band wagon (literally) right away!
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These two guys are the real deal. Such a tremendous asset to the corps. Both men absolutely tear it up on the field and are model members off the field. Every corps needs about three or four pairs of people like Ted and Stan. Proud to share the field with them.
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As a kid, I grew up on this place. My very first drum corps experience was some winter rehearsals with Crusaders and we would always stop here after practice. To this day, the best pizza I have ever had. They have since moved but I sure as hell would stop by...if I had any transportation!
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CV will be at Gates Town Park, 4310 Lyell Road - I don't know their specific schedule but I'm guessing they'll be there most of the day Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings.
Dan Detwiler will likely fill in the details shortly.
Yup...nailed it.
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Have a nice day. To your relief I'm sure.. I am done.
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Which is why this forum consists of about 20 people all trying to impress each other with their own knowledge. Granted, I'm on here too, but for this reason, current members avoid it like the plague.
By the way, these kids get crticised on a nightly basis by people who's opinion is relevant to someone other than themselves. I don't think they really care what is said here but it is unfortunate that it so often falls to such pointless negativity.
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Sorry, but it's a COMPETITION and the members know it. negative comments do not take away from the effort and just like anything else, is a life lesson. Heaping praise and platitudes on a show that may not deserve it, is more harmful IMO than honest criticism. BTW, from what I can tell, most on this thread have done it and know the effort and sacrifice the members put in. Some of these are the most critical. That being said, good luck to all corps today and tonight.
Yup, you're right. It's a contest in which you have no relevant input, credibility or say in the outcome. Any negative references, while certainly within your right to have, serve no other purpose than self serving attempts to justify your own worth. Often, by the way, done hiding behind cryptic usernames and without the willingness to put one's own name to it. Sorry, not buying it.
I was only asking people consider their actions. If you must blow up your own sense of self worth...well do what you will. I choose to be positive.
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No, not at all. Just giving these kids the respect they deserve. The only safe space around here is the space safely behind computer screens for all the keyboard comandos.
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@Standrews...I am sure they would gladly accept your tax deductible donation to cover the expenses so that they can be where YOU want them to be.
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