drumkormom
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also for the record.. it sounded then like it sounds on this recording. They're saying "Jennifer."
Stef
Ahhhh.. no.. :) You are very good at rattling a few cages with that one!! Funny!! I just spent from the 22nd of May to the 9th of June volunteering with The Cavaliers & I'm think'n that I don't ever remember hearing the name "Jennifer" spoken from the whole corps at the same time.. though I believe that it would be a great idea to use it as a "shout out" to Jen, she would love it!!
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Trinity Members... I never had the pleasure of seeing you compete, but I did have the opportunity to watch you practice, again.. and again... one more time... You were fabulous!!! I am very proud of each and everyone of you!!! I want you to know that the staff, my daughters, Cristina & Angelina miss you all very much. Be proud & remain close to the friends that you have made this summer!!! There is always another season, and hopefully, all of us, will again, see all of us once more out on the road.
Peace my young friends... "Mom" Linda
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I'll bet the parking lot action was great as well.
Mom
By choice.. that is where I had spent my "semi-finals" night!! OMG!! What a blast!! I loved being in the parking lot watching the different sections of the corps warming up.. There is no doubt in my mind.. semi's for me, will always be in the lot.. These corps members are awesome.. And it really didn't matter which corps that I drifted to.. they were all equally great!
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The DCI line after every controversial rule change has always been...."just because it's legal now doesn't mean corps have to use it." You'd think by now they'd realize that lie just doesn't fly anymore.......
Not knowing for sure.. but, I'm thinking that you are right.. sad..
During the quarter finals, I was watching Seattle Cascades performance, it was the first time that I had seen them this season.. I started to hear a voice from somewhere.. Not really talking to anyone specific, I had said, "How rude!! Where is that voice coming from?" The lady sitting a couple of seats from me, (I was in a semi-empty section) told me that The Cascades were narrating. :( Geez o' pete!! I'm thinking.. if I was sitting on the 50yd line, I might of understood what they were saying, or any other corps that felt that it was necessary to "help us understand" what was going on out on the field, by narrating.. I'm not happy with the idea of using amps, but that is just how it goes.. but please, stop with the narrations.. you are insulting our intelligence..
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The loudest hornline I've ever heard? SF RENEGADES!!!! ^OO^ ^OO^ ^OO^ It happened last year in Dekalb, IL at the park.. It was instant "drum corps goosebumps!!"
Rumor has it.. I will find my lost "drum corps goosebumps" when my daugther & I go to the DCA Championships next month.. (this will be our first visit to a DCA competition) We are so excited!! Yeah!!
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The plans.. Driving to the Boston area from Columbus Ohio.. arriving in time to watch I&E. I plan on watching the quarter finals.. I'm not sure about the semifinals, depends on my daughter's plans are for that day. I also plan on watching DivII & DivIII Grand Finals.. I'm really not interested in seeing the finals :sshh: BUT! I would never dream of asking Cristina to leave early! That would be a foul! Maybe I'll watch a few corps warm-up.. take a $25 parking lot nap.. then get back on the road when my daughter has finished saying her annual good-byes..
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What you will see is an extremely almost surgical placement of corps from Friday night which will have little to do with how they actually perform tonight. Cadets will keep the at least .50 margin over Cavies, Phantom will gain on Cavies but not pass them, Scouts who have stalled will stay at or below 91 keeping them a hair beneath BCoats.
Sorry folks, I simply hate todays judging criteria which by this time of the season almost completely ignore performance and simply reward design. The only thing that might cause some movement is some last second change which was suggested by a visual judge.
Unfortunately.. that's how I see it too.. :( It would be nice if we were wrong.
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:) Thank-You!
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Renegades - Last year in the park, I knew from the very first note you played there in DeKalb.. I was always going to be a fan of yours!
With the way the Renegades treated Jester with such dignity & respect.. I salute you! You are truly, one incredible class act.. way to go!
Linda
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Here is my take on the Wichita Falls show. I have more of a personal take on it because this show was hosted by our Band parents. I have worked on this show all year long and prayed every night that everyone would come here to this small town and just really enjoy what they are experiencing what these corps have to offer.
We had a few glitches to handle the day of the show--the biggest one was the loss of one of our top corps--The Cadets--of course this was not our fault they were not going to perform and I felt like everyone at the show understood--no one came up and voiced their displeasure nor did they demand their money back--If you were there you were there to watch Drum Corp not just there to see The Cadets. It would have been great to have had them there but things happen and we are so glad that everyone is doing fine and they are safe. The next one was that there was a long line waiting to get into the stadium--fans did not purchase their tickets in advance, they waited till they got to the stadium so needless to say the lines were long--we had 4 computers going --but the people who purchased in advanced just walked in. So if you are tired of standing in line--think about purchasing in advance.
The show lineup included Trinity out of Sequin, Tx they were our Exhibition corps--first show for Trinity--they are brand new this year and have just started their tour with us. They were supposed to go on the field at 7:15 and they were a no-show---we knew they were on the premises but they did not show until after Kiwanis Kavaliers performed(they had uniform difficulties)--so we did not cancel them out we let them perform during the intermission--The crowd really listened to them and cheered for them. They are a very small corps but they have a lot of heart and they were pleased with their performance. Thanks Trinity for coming to Wichita Falls and sharing your music with us.
Kiwanis Kavaliers--They were a small Div I corps but had a really good sound. I really like their new red and black uniforms very striking on the field. I think they handled their program and music well for a smaller corps.
Troopers--I have always liked watching the Troopers(my daughter toured with them last year-great experience ) They have that hometown Texas feel to them. Music selection was alright--but they just didn't have anything that just grabbed you and WOW'd you.
Seattle Cascades-- It seemed like the Rumble in the Falls started when the Cascades took the field--it was a home crowd for 2 of the members of their corps (one was my daughter) I think their bright guard uniforms enhanced their program--I know someone has stated on this forum that the guard uniforms were hideous--They are not--The Guard loves their uniforms. There was never a dull moment in their show--they had lots of movement and there were 135 kids giving 110% on the field last night from Seattle The narration was not really that noticeable except at the beginning and from then on the music played the biggest role and you could not hear alot of it. (Can you guess what section my daughter is in?) I haven't figured out yet why there scores are so slow to come up--they should be higher than they are right now.
Crossmen-- Good all around program. There was lots of dancing with the guard. Lots of energy and the corps seemed to enjoy their music. Music was great and the enthusiams of their show was wonderful. There were quite a few people in the audience that thought that Crossmen were the best at Wichita Falls.
Phantom--Their white uniforms are very sharp looking. Phantom entered with umbrellas--very neat looking(not your usual entrance) The main male dancer carries the guard portion of the show. I have to say that the most distracting part of their show is the changing of the uniforms from the guard. They had several full costume changes--taking things off and replacing them with other acticles of clothing..--this did not look appropriate for the young ones at the show. It really took away from what the corps was doing on the field( or was that the idea?) you caught yourself watching the guard and trying to see what they were doing and what they were going to put on instead of listening and watching what regiment was doing. If you are going to costume changes they need to have the black props that Crossmen had. Very discreet and then you are all of a sudden hit with a different costume--would probably have a greater impact on the audience. All the movements of phantom were very eye-catching.
Yet another review from Witchita Falls..
I did not go to this show.. therefore, I have no opinion of the performances.. BUT.. I personally enjoy reading reviews that have a little more "constructive criticism" than a "full-out slam dunk" of a corps.. especially a first time out - tiny corps..(referring to the 1st review)
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:D Just got home from DeKalb!! And yes.. I am now a proud owner of the penguin t-shirt!! I'm excited.. No, it doesn't take that long to get home to Ohio, but I didn't want to leave! Started late.. (I&E, daughter & girlfriends to lunch, etc.) got a hotel room.. went to work along the way & then came home!! The DCM show & the concert in the park were just awesome!! I had a blast & the corps were "on their game." Next year, my dear Govenaires.. please have hats!! It's the easy way of keeping the long hair out of my way during the corps season!! And Mr. Drum Major.. You are the Rock Star!!! Loved your show.. love you guys.. Linda
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:) I enjoyed reading your review.. I also have a daughter that marches the baritone line in the Pioneer, and I found it to be a fair review.. I've already had seem them compete twice this season.. & will see them again in the near future. Ohio on the 30th of June & once in Wisconsin, on the 3 of July. Watching any corps from the beginning of the season to the end, is always "mind blowing" to me. A work of art in progress..
As for the other corps.. I truly enjoy watching all of them!! IMO, the corps members are just awesome, regardless of what corps they march with!! No wonder I love doing volunteer work for the corps. Of course, I have my "favorite" corps.. they are the corps that "swept" me away the very 1st time I saw a "championship" competiton. I wish them a wonderful, safe season.. as I do for all of the corps. Thanks again for your review.
Go Pioneer!! ^OO^
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:) An excellent review!!! Thank-you!!! Not looking back to see who asked.. but the question was where DCI had planned their finals location in 2007.. rumor has it - Pasadena, Ca.. in the Rose Bowl.
Cavaliers post 2007 show audio on youtube
in DCI World Class Corps Discussions
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Way to funny!!! I took another listen and I'm think'n.. hmmmm.. you just may be right! And thank you, I am very excited about the tour and I will always leave one eye on the Gropp Kid.. :D