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DCIat14
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On 7/20/2022 at 5:34 AM, keystone3ply said:
Haven't subscribed in several years due to their consistent issues. I renewed for 30 days. I wouldn't mind continuing if:
1) Raise the overall audio level to match your commercial level. I simply do not have enough audio to raise it to an acceptable level for streaming. (And I'm using Dr Dre Studio headphones with outstanding bass response.) I know I would have enough for my home theater sound system.
2) Set the 'High Cam' & leave it alone. Simply have the operator monitor. (10 yd line to 10 yd line is fine. See Blair Witch Project.)
3) As to the Multicam, why do I have to watch a brass ensemble setting up on side 1 while there's a snare feature just to the right on side 2? Also, why am I watching color guard members moving equipment on the front sideline while there is awesome drill being performed right dead center between the 40 yd lines?
4) Why is your audio balance inconsistent from show to show as to the field brass/percussion vs the front ensemble/soloist, etc? In this case, it's not venue.
I actually prefer the Multicam, but it's just unwatchable sometimes. I will try to email these comments but I doubt they read them. I put the comments in red (like Jesus in the New Testament) so maybe they'll read them on DCP. I hate Facebook (cesspool) but I may post on their wall. I think they have their messenger disengaged.
Thank you for your time & consideration.
We pay good money for this while ESPN has decided cornhole and are throwing are worth streaming. Oy vey!!
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3 hours ago, craiga said:
And, with one of our local Massachusetts kids right up front! !!-!-!!!
I kind of already have a favorite soloist, but then again I'm biased. 😀
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Now THAT is how you do vocals!! Nice job kiddo!!!
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3 minutes ago, charlie1223 said:
Don’t blame the corps for something that is most likely on Flo’s end.
Relax. I didn't place "blame" on anyone. Actually I said that I must be missing something, so said blame - if placed anywhere - would be on me. If it's FLO, then fine. I am just not getting a lot of brass coming through at all - and Crown is know for their brass sound.
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I must be missing something. The Crown I knew and enjoyed was known for their incredible brass and I'm just now starting to hear it, but it muted behind the electronics. I've barely heard them and that makes me cringe.
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I know this member through my own corps member and they are not one to cause unnecessary drama. This is a serious situation that needs to be handled as such. If someone were threatening to throw a racial slur or disability slang, this conversation would be much different. Verbal assault can be as harmful as physical assault. While I will disagree that corps has become less taxing or that expectations have lessened (I know many corps that will sit you on the sidelines if you aren't cutting it...or give an alternate your spot), it does not require the use of threats or the building of fear. Actually, that is coubter-productive to the whole system. This member was one of their best guard and featured many times. Phantom need to do better, DCI needs to do better. We all could, in reality, do better.
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That was very well done!! It will be interesting to see how it all comes together - if anyone can pull off cone shaped metal trees, it's BAC!!
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On 5/9/2022 at 6:06 PM, ironlips said:
That staff roster is chock full of A-Listers. It's unfortunate that performers will not get to experience that level of instruction.
On 5/9/2022 at 2:55 PM, CorpsDrum2011 said:What is sad is as a current (now unemployed) 2022 staff member, the corps director resigned and didn't even let the staff know prior to the announcement. Had to find out from a different staff member. Went to the website and the corps director is no longer listed. No respect!!! Was looking forward to the tour.
https://www.seattlecascades.org/staff
It's not the staff that are the problem. Corps can have incredible staff and still be dysfunctional - the entire machine has to have all the cogs greased and running efficiently. This corps has struggled in this area for years. Until this gets fixed, it will continue to struggle. It's unfortunate, but true.
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On 3/13/2022 at 5:36 PM, craiga said:
The corps had a live, in person camp this weekend in Texas. A couple members messaged me to say it was "amazing" and "exciting" but that is literally all I have so far.
Gee, I wonder who one of those members was 😛
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Thank you!
Any idea what would be better - middle in the 600s or off to the side in the 300s?? -
After 8 years of Drum Corps, this is my son's age-out year. We, of course, want to get the best seats and they are all "locked" on Ticketmaster. Can anyone offer some guidance on how to unlock those? Looking to switch levels. I've look at some of the corps sites, but wondering if the 3-packs are still available, etc.
Thanks in advance!!
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Pretty much anything by Blue Knights in the recent past is a mindful journey.
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31 minutes ago, Lance said:
I'm just happy to see the performers performing.
Thank you to all performers who happen to read this!
Can I hug you? #YouAreTheTrueWinner
Every performer out there has worked their tail off to be out there - and faced some ridicule for doing so. This is a year packed with emotion & so meaningful for those who are able to march. Let's remember all those who are unable as well. Scores don't matter this year - the fact this activity is happening right now is amazing!!
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I find myself ignoring the boards most of the time - except when they aren't functioning properly. I think it's a good lesson for the manufacturer as to what Drum Corps can do to equipment - and this is a SHORT season!! The wear & tear is incredible! My concern for using them in the future would be the setup time. BAC, or any other corps for that matter, would most certainly have received a time penalty for the amount of time it takes to get this bad boys ready. Great in theory, but I know this corps is better than needing a distraction on the field. They are pure power this year, especially that horn-line!!
BAC has what it takes - and the design staff is incredible. It just needs to happen at the right time. Next year could be it (which would be awesome), but it's that magic combination that just comes together at the right moment. I think the members are ready, I know the staff are ready, and the age-outs are 100% ready. Let's do this BAC! Let's B-the-C!!!!-
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On 1/29/2021 at 9:11 PM, Cappybara said:
The more and more I silently read this thread, this story, other stories of abuse, harrassment, and straight up mistreatment in drum corps, the more my mind goes to just "blowing it up."
This isn't an isolated incident. This is a pattern, and it appears systemic to the marching arts.
I don't have solutions, I wish I did, but I am having a difficutl time seeing a way out of this behavior pattern.
If only it were limited to being a systemic issue in the marching arts. It's a systemic issue in society as a whole! Teachers who can't keep their hands off children, abuse of olympic athletes from trusted professionals while other heads turned the other way, college sports, high school sports...it's prevalent almost everywhere and it's disgusting. Gone are the days of thinking this is a 'man-only' problem. Any gender can abuse & assault, just as any gender can turn a blind-eye. There becomes an awkward line between loyalty & complacency, ethics & integrity.
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This one hurt my heart when I found out. He was so kind!!
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On 12/30/2020 at 11:31 AM, DFA1970 said:
There at 2 corps who traditionally are well off are not participating in any DCI events in 2021. That's probably why they have deep pockets.
According to sources, one of those plans to not be in our country for the a portion of 2021. So while they might not be doing DCI, they aren't sitting on their thumbs.
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On 1/28/2021 at 12:13 PM, denverjohn said:
Who are "THE POLICE" when a moving caravan/community is in a different state/county/city every other day? Who, where, when does said reporting occur?
Where-ever and whenever the alleged assault occurred. There is usually a runner van & it should be handled immediately.
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Here is how this should work - regardless of the corps (all tiers)
1) Any and all reports of sexual assault are turned over to the police to investigate. They are your independent 3rd party. If that inconveniences anyone...ensure it doesn't happen.
2) Background checks done on all staff & volunteers. I personally know of corps who are very lax on this policy, even after DCI's safety policies were implemented. Not okay.
3) All complaints are required to go to someone besides the Corps Director. Let's be clear, some want to sweet things under the rug. Not sure who, but a minimum of 3 people for all complaints.
4) A reporting policy that includes the complaint, the steps to review, & what, if any, corrective action taken. If for no other reason than for record keeping. I've heard more nightmare stories about starving kids, no laundry breaks, algae in water jugs, starving vegans, & withholding PB&J (who does that?!) than I care to hear. Yes, it is a problem when a bus driver takes off with a diabetics insulin & no one can get ahold of them. Yes, it is a problem with the Corp Director appoints their entire family to the board.
At the end of the day, we are currently blessed to be a corps with amazing standards & stellar expectations of themselves & their members. However, every corps should expect accountability - for without it, this activity we love will simply disappear. This current generation demands better & they will not be quiet until they get it.
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13 minutes ago, garfield said:
Some are just always carrying a can of gas and looking for a fire.
God, I do hate the whole petition mentality.
I wonder how many of these petitioners have paid dues, make contributions, or contributed hours.
Petitions are a way for the current generation to be heard. They are passionate & tired of people putting them down for their efforts to work hard. Drum Corps Members of today are incredibly hard working. What is asked of them both on and off the field is intense & requires skills that far exceed just an ability to play & move. These petitions were met with such blatant disrespect in some groups online that they were removed. Yet this is merely an intent by members to be heart, peacefully, & shows how much this activity means to them. Please stop putting them down for their dedication to the activity.
...and yes, many have already paid their dues in full, purchased airfare, & contributed many hours to these groups. Have you?
30 minutes ago, Tim K said:It’s already been done and it was announced in the statement regarding cancellation of the season. DCI does not need petitions of this sort since they already made the correct move. They also don’t need clutter when they are facing such shortfalls and the reality of laying off some good and dedicated folks.
You are incorrect. The age-out has been extended for those who would have aged out in 2020. However, this petition covers ALL currently contracted members as 2021 will see the largest age-out group and all currently contracted members will be impacted & have lost a year.
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Please, Alumni, Members, Parents, Staff, & Volunteers, should DCI make the call people are discussion, please take care of each other. I can tell you from personal experience that my member is already feeling devastated by the potential news. This is an activity that for so many is like an extended family. It is an activity that provides so much more than just 'something to do over the summer' and means so much more than just a score. While we may banter over which corps is better, what judge made an error, & what show design nailed it, we are all part of this incredible family and it is imperative we are there for these each other. It's a hurt I can't take away...and it sucks.
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Can we all just agree that these kids are no elderly people living in a retirement home? Moving on...
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2 hours ago, IndigoDemonFan said:
As a current parent covering the costs of a World class member, here's a short summary of where the majority of tuition $$ goes from my perspective (my 2 cents 😉 ). Not in any particular order.
1. Instruments - New ones every other year ish
2. Uniforms
3. Food
3. Transportation
4. Staff
6. Housing during camps and tour. I don't think those high schools are free.
7. Equipment maintenance (Trucks, trailers, instruments)
8. Props
9. Maybe some music licensing?
...and not every corps is covering housing, some are covering camp fees while others are not, some cover all-days food while others do not include that cost, some have extra costs including uniform fees while others are all inclusive. The comparisons are really hard to do unless you truly break down what you are getting for these fees.
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On 2/25/2020 at 2:31 PM, brassboy62 said:
They are still running a Drum Corps show. Drums on Fire. It's really the only show close to Portland, unless you want to drive up to Seattle.
Depends on what direction you are coming from. There are still shows in Tri-Cities, Boise, Denver....
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