MisterA Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 There have been so many changes over the years of DCI, since 1972. I was just wondering, what do you think the 3 best things that have changed over the years, and which 3 things do you think have been the worst over the years? I think the 3 best changes have been Adding members so that the maximum can be 150. I love the extra sound, and the extra visual that can be used. Pits-I think the pit is great, as it allows so much more to be done, and I always felt bad for whoever had to carry the 80 lb pieces of equipment all summer long. Changing of the judging system in the mid 80s. While I might not agree with some of the judging and scores, I liked what corps were able to attempt and achieve when the scoring system changed. I think the 3 worst changes were When they took open class corps from competition in quarterfinals. I am so glad they are changing that back this year, so that anyone can compete in World Class quarterfinals. Amplification. I know they have made improvements over the last 7 years, but I still just don't like it. Electronics in the pit, still not impressed with this at all. I really hope this changes. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFZFAN Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 (edited) I got nothing today :-) Edited March 25, 2011 by SFZFAN 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRASSO Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 3 best : 1) introduction of Fan Network for live broadcasts, retrieval of earlier shows, etc 2) introduction of encores by Corps at shows 3) utilization of Alumni Corps in exhibition at Finals Week. 3 worst: 1)introduction of the Group Slotting System in World Class Competition for 2011. 2) evolution of the rise of the Visual and diminuation of the Brass and Percussion on the DCI juding sheets. 3)loss of Corps, loss of fans. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skewerz Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 hmmmm..... 3 best grounded pit (carrying tymps is silly) asymmetric drill uh....Boston's guard uniforms a couple years back 3 worst (well, more than 3...easier to think of ways they screwed up) electric use of any kind getting rid of retreat G to Bb Lucas Oil Stadium completely removing the tick system upping corps to 150 members visual over music slotting 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeN Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 My 3 best (and this was *hard* - there are a lot to choose from!) - - Asymmetrical drill - Grounded pit - Bb horns My 3 worst (not so hard, really) - - Mic'd Vocals - Separating Open / World Class by arbitrary definition rather than competitive results - 10 years in Indy Mike 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterA Posted March 21, 2011 Author Share Posted March 21, 2011 3 best : 1) introduction of Fan Network for live broadcasts, retrieval of earlier shows, etc 2) introduction of encores by Corps at shows 3) utilization of Alumni Corps in exhibition at Finals Week. 3 worst: 1)introduction of the Group Slotting System in World Class Competition for 2011. 2) evolution of the rise of the Visual and diminuation of the Brass and Percussion on the DCI juding sheets. 3)loss of Corps, loss of fans. Your 3 best are great. I love the Fan Network, I love encores, and I love Alumni exhibitions as well. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrillmanSop06 Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 (edited) Best: 1) Greater financial oversight and review as a means of evaluating a corps' competitive division. 2) Raising membership limits from 135 to 150 marching members and imposing additional safety/health measures. 3) Continuously modernizing instrumentation to include grounding impractical pit instruments, introducing Bb horns, sanctioning A&E, etc. Worst: 1) The allowance of individual adjudicators to drastically influence the creative direction of corps staff. 2) The allowance of individual adjudicators to cause corps to make drastic equipment changes despite potential financial set-backs. 3) Aging "fans" who refuse to simply walk away from the activity they love too much to love anymore. Edited March 21, 2011 by DrillmanSop06 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Boo Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 There have been so many changes over the years of DCI, since 1972. I was just wondering, what do you think the 3 best things that have changed over the years, and which 3 things do you think have been the worst over the years? Best: •The increased use of substantial corps food trucks, essentially rolling kitchens, that has contributed to better nutrition of corps members. •Cardio-vascular training and medical screening. The first has helped get the members in shape and the second has revealed numerous maladies that were previously undiscovered, allowing the members to be treated to assure their health and safety. •The sphere of influence drum corps had on the development of the sophistication and quality of competitive marching bands. Worst: •The premature loss of some of our most creative and outstanding individuals. •The increased goal among members to get the perfect all-around tan, all summer long, resulting (I believe) in an increased likelihood of skin cancer cases in the future. •The loss of Whitewater as a place we visit every year. It is our first and our most endearing shrine and it's got a sense of place like no other stadium and drum corps community. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickhaltsforlife Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 (edited) Best 1. Fan Network 2. Adding valves all the way to any key brass. 3. Asymmetrical drill 4. Grounded pit Worst 1. Electronics 2. Visual overshadowing music 3. The ability for designers and judges to take the purpose of performing away from the activity by putting their "artistic" opinions ahead of entertainment. 4. Domes... more so Indy for however many years. I know it was supposed to be three.. but I wanted to give "worst" one more because number three I don't see as "DCI's" fault... I mean it is... but you can blame that more on individuals than the organization as a whole. And I added a 4th best to balance it out. Edited March 21, 2011 by kickhaltsforlife 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmlkmen Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 (edited) Best: 1. Fan Network, ESPN, PBS, Fathom Events- Media outlets making Drum Corps accessible to the general public. 1a. Tom Blair's involvement in producing those broadcasts. 2. Two G8's to the West Coast every year, going forward. 3. Grounded Pit Equipment Worst: 1. Garden State Circuit, DCM, DCE, and other local circuit elimination. 2. Regional Touring model nearly eliminated. 3. Jackson, MS 1993 and Miami,1983 as Finals Locations. Edited March 21, 2011 by Dmlkmen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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