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Love the changes made to the closer! I also love the several sections where the guard is all on the same equipment- it is very impactful. The only thing that jumps out every time I watch them is the tuba soli. The last bit is so muddy I can’t make out the melody. That aside, I love this show!

I miss the keytar

Agree! They can really play, but these uniforms don’t do much for me.

Wow Mandarins! Such a cool show, and they are killing it!

Troopers sound sooo good! Definitely like a top 12 corps. Did I see this will be their 2nd time to have consecutive finals placements since the 80s? I love this show- it’s really grabbed me from the first, very smoky run. I do hope the guard improves.

People talk about BD being formulaic, which I guess in many ways they are. But they really know how to create impactful moment after impactful moment. The way the music and guard combine to make so many wow moments is truly a craft that is hard to compete with. They also are always super clean, and have at least a few sections with a crazy hard and near perfect drill move. I agree that a lot of their music is reworked ideas from year to year, but then you get something so special like this years ballad that is so beautiful. I do wish they would retire some of the musical ideas I’ve been hearing the last few years, and some of the other structural elements they seem to rely on, but everything is just done so well, that I’m not sure they are beatable this year. The top 4 groups are so good this year, so however it goes, it makes for great watching!

What a great performance Phantom! I love how aggressively they play! It’s really a beautiful show. They were a favorite of mine last year, and I think this year is better.

Loved the snare feature, but the horns had some rough moments. Was fun to see nods to classic Cavalier drill moments. I’ve always loved this corps, and wish them the best.

This show really has some meat on it. I think once it’s refined, there will be some very impactful moments. I really love the brass book, and I think the players are sounding great for this time of year. The guard seems to be the weakest element, so hopefully they can get it up to snuff. It’s so exciting to see a corps make big competitive strides, and I think this show and corps could really see success this year. I can’t wait to see it live in SA!

Just got back to the hotel, and a very few thought from my melted brain. Best season of DCI for me yet. Phantom brought me to tears (this has never happened to me before), and the crowd went wild. I don't understand how this scores below Cavies. AAAAAnd, I honestly thought Boston beat Blue Devils, but I'm pretty sure I'll be proven wrong. I thought there was too much electronic goo for the BD, which Ive never noticed from them before.

Nice job Madison! I wish the drill moved more. I love the vibe and music, just think they can do more. I hope this continues to be a building year, and the team can keep pushing upward!

I thought the Blue Devils were rough tonight compared to usual, but still great. I thought the Bluecoats were best yet this evening. Still think the BD go undefeated.

I absolutely LOVE BAC this year, and I think their horn line amazing. Its pretty exciting to watch the trajectory of this group. I can't wait to see them live in Indy!

This show has really grown on me! Such a beautiful production, and all the changes have really focused the effect. Felt like a bit of a dud at the beginning of the season, but Its definitely one of my favorites now. Good for them!!!!

I agree, with the guard crammed in. A little room for them to breathe might have helped. Im no guard person, but the writing/ design isn't very interesting or impactful. Ive been such a fan of what Cavaliers have been doing in recent years, but this one seems a bit of a step down.