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Adam, Thanks for the review! quote name='burdettsky' timestamp='1342374918' post='3173619'] Was a nice night for an impromptu trip to Clifton. I will review the competitive units in greater detail. Arrived late so missed Latin Express. Sky Alumni was much improved from Bridgeport and performed quite well. Raiders Junior corps was a very clean unit which executed very well and unleashed some nice power when appropriate. Cabs Alumni, as always, brought the house down. They are the rolls royce of the alumni circuit for sure. Cadets2 was first. A much anticipated debut for sure. With the exception of the percussion, a very sloppy performance. Give this corps some time and I think they'll fit into things nicely. Marching execution was quite poor and the color guard was unfinished (a horrible theme of the night). Brass sounded gassed and underbalanced, but half of them looked like they didn't even know where they were going, so how much sound can be expected. Still and all, the frame of the show is there. If cleaned up and executed, I would guess they'll be in a slot by themselves below the top5 and above the rest (Kidsgrove not withstanding as they're an unknown). Sunrisers had a very nice show based on Carmen. All sections executed very well tonight, and I thought Sunrisers would finish in the sixth slot tonight, was surprised with 8th. Horns unleash some nice unexpected power in the ballad in a nice moment. Corps doesn't do too much like the smaller corps sometimes do. This will keep getting better as the seasong oes on. Biggest issue, incomplete guard work. Windsor Regiment was next with their Angels in the Architecture program. Admittedly, I'll need another viewing as to me, it came across as sloppy. Seems the talent is there, but a lot of what I heard and saw came across as muddy. Certainly a difficult show, and I think it's way too early to say they bit off more then they could chew. There were some solid moments scattered throughout the show. If everything hits that level, this should be a big mover come August. Had them 7th tonight. Guard was incomplete. Bushwackers were next. This corps is still trying to fill in the holes and get things together. The whoole musical and marching program is now complete. Brass memebrs are still weaving in and out of the program. Percussion is smallest section and guard has improved from Bridgeport. Guard is still somewhat incomplete. Biggest issue is that they have 5 or 6 members at time standing on the sidelines for sections of the show they haven't learned yet. While this is very understandable, don't carry on a conversation with one another while your corps is on the field performing their collective tails off!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had Bush 8th. Fusion Core was next and they delivered a very entertaining production, maybe the most entertaining of the night. My personal opinion is that the entertainment effect caption is judged incorrectly at every show. I don't care how good Reading is, Fusion out entertained them and should've been rewarded on this night. From a technical standpoint, the tools are there musically. Drill could move a little more at times, but again, color guard was incomplete. What they had was fine, but there's still a lot to fill in. The story gets lost at times with the mafia dons, but they sell the show well and had the crowd on their feet often. I thought Cadets2 and Fusion would eb a coin flip and was surprised by the 3 point pre-penalty spread. Quick disclaimer: It's July 14 and 3 of 8 guards were complete. I personally think that if a corps doesn't have a complete show, they shouldn't get paid. You know your schedule in the winter, prepare for it. Of the five groups with incomplete guards, three have already competed once. Get it together folks. Reading Buccaneers dominated all captions and rightfully so. This show has it all. The dirt I saw in Bridgeport was nonexistent tonight. They got the pro-Caballero crowd into the show. All sections are solid and this show WILL win in September. That is, as long as the Bucs don't lose focus. If the last six years are any indication, that won't be a problem. The switch to all black did not distract me as much tonight and the rifle line was amazing. Brass unleashes a power not usually heard with this corps and timing was a lock throughout the show. First by a lot and rightfully so. The only reason corps will catch up to Reading in August is because the Bucs cant score higher than 100. Hurricanes were next with their British themed show. The horn line seemed a little flat tonight, maybe from following the Bucs, but the percussion and guard certainly didn't disappoint. Thought Hurcs percussion might be closer to the Bucs. Thank you to the Hurcs guard staff for not ruining every toss and catch with annoying cheering. That guard is a show in and of itself. Let the audience enjoy it and they will reward it with applause like they did last night. Austin Powers segment a nice touch. Perc feature is the hit of the show. Brass needs to improve or they might find themselves chasing the Cabs all year. I did have Hurcs third tonight. Cabs were last with a major improvement from Bridgeport. I thought I needed a second viewing to enjoy this show more and I certainly did. Can't wait for the third viewing now. Get over the fact that this isn't a typical Cabs show and you'll love it. Percussion still has room to improve but is getting there with a cleaner run tonight. Brass was great and the ballad was goose bump inducing. Big Bolero segment before the closer needs something more there. Cant put my finger on it. Felt like it should been a baby tossing moment from the crowd but it was a little confusing. Guard was dazzling and had everything together tonight. I had Cabs 2nd. All in all a great show and evening of drum corps.

Tom, Best wishes for a quick and complete recovery!! Don - Thanks for keeping us DCPers informed!

I cannot wait to hear about the show!!

I can't wait to hear what the show is going to be for 2012!!!

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Florida Sun, on 11 July 2011 - 03:13 PM, said: Looking pretty good for Sunrisers making the top 4 in Class A this frist season back ,if they can clean up and add another horn player or two . Spandy, You are absolutely correct!! It is much too early in the season to make any prediction about placement. Corps like the Govenaires are ALWAYS in the hunt, plus the unknown element of the corps you listed above. I can tell you that the Sunrisers are not looking at the rankings. We are just working on making our show the best we can - and where that puts us will only be known after DCA prelims and finals, if we are good enough to make it that far.

John, Excellent review. thanks for taking the time, and having the courage, to present your well thought-out views. Larry

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The Long Island Sunrisers Drum & Bugle Corps is now accepting applications for the position of Drum Major for the 2011 season. Candidates should be aware that the role of Drum Major is not just about the glory of leading the corps into competition, saluting the crowd and conducting the ensemble. That is only the PUBLIC view of what a good Drum Major does. The candidates should be aware that the role includes many more responsibilities, all which will all be discussed once the application process begins. There will be leadership training as well as training in conducting available for any interested candidates. If you think you have what it takes to be a true leader and help to lead the 2011 Sunrisers, please submit a letter of interest and include thoughts about what being Drum Major of the 2011 Sunrisers would mean to you and what you would offer to bring to the role. You can send your letter of application to: Joe Sitler, Program Coordinator Sunrisers Drum & Bugle Corps Email me Once a pool of candidates is established, the audition process will begin and applicants selected to move on to the next round of auditions will be notified. Thank you for your interest! 2011 Sunrisers Staff & Managment

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Tomorrow!! Great show!

An absolutely phenomenal show is being planned by a great staff!!

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Good luck Frank, I hope it all works out for you!

Great news! Let's go Sunrisers!!

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