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Okay, so could anyone please tell me where the "Bloooooooooooo" came from? I'm sure this has been discussed before- but I've never heard the story- And although no one admits it, the first time a rookie (member or fan) ever hears the Bloo, they think the crowd is "booing" instead of "Bloooing"- Until someone tells that rookie that they are "Bloooing" So could someone please provide me the origins of this, so the next time I take a new fan to see a show (always try and expose at least 2 new people a year!) I can explain the origins?

Yeah, I tend to agree- Unfortunately by 21, the real world starts knocking- graduation, student loans, real job and real money, and many parents feel that they shouldn't support you anymore... (That and man, your body starts to break down at 21 after years of drum corps) Plus, if DCI were to let you march forever, that would mean kids wouldn't get the opportunity to play and march- Meaning that, when you are older- you've been playing for so much longer- so many times you've got much better chops ( I know- not always) , and have been exposed to a lot more music- Additionally, you'd have a lot of people who then have degrees in music- How is a 17 year old high school kid supposed to fight for a spot with someone who has a Master's Degree in Trumpet Performance?

Al Cass.. Yeah, definitely the best stuff.. Yeah Massachusetts!

I use the bore brush while under hot tap water with a little bit of dishsoap/handsoap, thoroughly rinse, and boil for 10 minutes- But that's only when its really nasty..

Ebay..they always have bugles up for sale..

Yeah Charlie Pool.. nothing to do with the brass.. But, what can I say, hope it all works out.. I'll be watching with excitement.. Go ECJ.. yeah, assembly square mall.. ahh those were the days..

Boy..loosing Dan..that's tough.. Good luck..