Michael Boo Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Dear MichaelBoo, What curve? Plan9 You're right...It was more of a straight line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Boo Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I don't know what happened! I usually get that right. Gonna be a long day ... Bluecoats! HH I will dig deep inside myself and forgive you...this time. But watch it, buster...You're on my list now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie1223 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I don't see much risk in BD's show. They have used the same formula before (Constantly Risking Absurdity) but wrapped the program under the concept of Dada. If it was successful once it is more than likely to be successful again. agreed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glory Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 I'll grant that Dada had some elements in common with Absurdity. But not risky? Getting dressed on the field alone, I think, rates as one of the riskiest visual concepts ever. (I personally think it wasn't a success, but that's a different discussion.) HH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickhaltsforlife Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I thought the Crossmen took a risk because they actually played a show that required the musicians to use multiple styles and play long musical phrases... with a less talented corps than many other corps who play "chop and bop" drum corps music. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie1223 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I'll grant that Dada had some elements in common with Absurdity. But not risky? Getting dressed on the field alone, I think, rates as one of the riskiest visual concepts ever. (I personally think it wasn't a success, but that's a different discussion.) HH It wasn't risky. It was just a creative element that was neither a success or a failure. It was just there. Risk in drum corps needs to have an inherent WOW! factor not an inherent WUT? factor. Was it something I never saw so bluntly done on a football field? Yes. Was it something that I do every day? Yes. So what makes that risky? Being Rediculous is not Risky. After all drum corps have been doing rediculous things on the field for years. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perc2100 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 If it was successful once it is more than likely to be successful again. Are you sure about that? Signed: * SCV 1992 * Cadets 1994 * Cadets 2009 * SCV 2005 * Crossmen 2007 * Cavaliers 1997 and many others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim K Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 I think I have to agree that as far as "risk" is concerned, this was not a risky year. That's not to say there were not great shows. I loved this past year. But in my opinion, there were some moderate risks, some that worked, others that did not. Risks that paid off: Blue Devils took a huge risk. That show could have been a disaster if anything ever went wrong. Phantom's show was a risk as well. Opera does not always translate well on the drum corps field. Also, Puccini has such an emotional pull on people and poeple expect it to be nothing less than perfect. Crossmen attempted and succeeded with a show that many considered too difficult for the corps, but if you were at semi's, it was a risk that paid off. Surf took a huge gamble. I had a feeling it would be well received, but it could have just been a silly copycat show, and where the Bridgemen are so beloved in drum corps fans' memories, it could have been a laughing stock at best. They also took a chance by performing a show that was so well received. They'll have to top it in 2013. Risks that didn't pay off Blue Knights--I didn't get it and more than a few BK fans didn't get it either. BD had an unusual show, as did Cavies, but their shows were easier to follow. Troopers: the concept was original, had potential and was slightly different for the corps, the music was reasonably well performed, but somehow the show didn't fit together. Blue Stars: I thought their show was very good, and they were extremely gracious in what was a disappointing finish, but there were some perception problems for fans. If we look at the "sailor" rifles, they were fantastic, and my guess is the uniforms were meantt to make them stand out, and I don't say this to be glib or sarcastic, but they looked a bit Gene Kelly "Anchors Aweigh" in a show that was more Marlon Brando "On the Waterfront." They used a bit of deliberate pause as they began "New World Symphony," something that works well in an orchestral hall, but when performed by the corps made us expect the theme from "Jaws." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piper Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Anytime that you step on the feild it's a risk. Just when you think that you have the show down to where you want it to be something jumps up and bites you on the butt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arrangerx Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Somebody thought the Crossmen show was too hard??? Hmmm... Had variety and long phrases, and melody... some physical challenges on long phrases... but... TOO HARD? We haven't approached hard yet... yet. peace and love, Chuck Naffier I think I have to agree that as far as "risk" is concerned, this was not a risky year. That's not to say there were not great shows. I loved this past year. But in my opinion, there were some moderate risks, some that worked, others that did not. Risks that paid off: Blue Devils took a huge risk. That show could have been a disaster if anything ever went wrong. Phantom's show was a risk as well. Opera does not always translate well on the drum corps field. Also, Puccini has such an emotional pull on people and poeple expect it to be nothing less than perfect. Crossmen attempted and succeeded with a show that many considered too difficult for the corps, but if you were at semi's, it was a risk that paid off. Surf took a huge gamble. I had a feeling it would be well received, but it could have just been a silly copycat show, and where the Bridgemen are so beloved in drum corps fans' memories, it could have been a laughing stock at best. They also took a chance by performing a show that was so well received. They'll have to top it in 2013. Risks that didn't pay off Blue Knights--I didn't get it and more than a few BK fans didn't get it either. BD had an unusual show, as did Cavies, but their shows were easier to follow. Troopers: the concept was original, had potential and was slightly different for the corps, the music was reasonably well performed, but somehow the show didn't fit together. Blue Stars: I thought their show was very good, and they were extremely gracious in what was a disappointing finish, but there were some perception problems for fans. If we look at the "sailor" rifles, they were fantastic, and my guess is the uniforms were meantt to make them stand out, and I don't say this to be glib or sarcastic, but they looked a bit Gene Kelly "Anchors Aweigh" in a show that was more Marlon Brando "On the Waterfront." They used a bit of deliberate pause as they began "New World Symphony," something that works well in an orchestral hall, but when performed by the corps made us expect the theme from "Jaws." 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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