NeoCervantes II Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Forgive me if this has been discussed to death elsewhere (if so, mods, feel free to close after the re-direct), BUT, having just seen this years version of the Cadets, a few things occurred to me and I am interested to see what the rest of you think: Cadets 2013, originally titled Both Sides Now (an obvious allusion to a desire for resolution to the problems between certain G7 Directors and the rest of DCI), then re-titled Side By Side (seemingly an allusion to the drum corps nuclear option of the G7 breakaway organization Music in Motion), seems to tell the story of the last few years of internal strife within the DCI organization. This post is about what I think I saw based on my initial viewing, though I will stop short of applying the interpretation to specific events of the past few years. Perhaps others can help fill in the gaps if you agree? To start, the towers are purple and we have two sides. The music here is the Barber Adagio for Strings, a piece known to be played as a requiem (at the death of FDR, JFK, Einstein, many times after 9/11, etc.). This sets the scene for what is to come. One side goes to join the other and there is a good deal of turbulence through Symphony No. 1 as both sides are working. As the second production begins, we have some back and forth call and response and the towers change from purple (both sides) to redish, showing us what is happening on that "side" only (or perhaps that things are controlled by that side?). The Adagio continues to hang over and haunt the production as things get more and more intense leading to a big clash at the end of the red tower section. The towers turn again and show us what is happening on the back "side" of things as there is much lamenting over the issues at hand. The final tower turn brings on the mash-up of Medea and Adagio and brings us to the viewpoint of the other "side". After writing all this out, perhaps I will try a stab at applying to specific events: Purple: G7 goes to DCI board meeting with the G7 Presentation, arguments ensue. Redish: G7 Directors are ousted from DCI Board of Directors and DCI is controlled by the other (non-G7) "side". Muted Yellow: A period of sadness follows. Bright Yellow: A resolution is reached by the G7 "side" to break away from DCI and exist "Side By Side" with it as MiM. They are playing Medea to remind us of the last thing that was played on a DCI field by Star before they broke away (successfully) from DCI to pursue another venture that was not exactly drum corps, but used the drum corps model at first. They are playing Adagio as a requiem for what DCI has been and has meant to them, providing personal closure to the issue before breaking away themselves. They bookend with Adagio and leave with their backs to us because they do not intend to come back after 2013. Thoughts? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post chris ncsu Posted July 27, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted July 27, 2013 Thoughts - that's kinda nuts. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKT90 Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 You got all that from seeing the show one time?! Interesting read on things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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fecontra Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Forgive me if this has been discussed to death elsewhere (if so, mods, feel free to close after the re-direct), BUT, having just seen this years version of the Cadets, a few things occurred to me and I am interested to see what the rest of you think: Cadets 2013, originally titled Both Sides Now (an obvious allusion to a desire for resolution to the problems between certain G7 Directors and the rest of DCI), then re-titled Side By Side (seemingly an allusion to the drum corps nuclear option of the G7 breakaway organization Music in Motion), seems to tell the story of the last few years of internal strife within the DCI organization. This post is about what I think I saw based on my initial viewing, though I will stop short of applying the interpretation to specific events of the past few years. Perhaps others can help fill in the gaps if you agree? To start, the towers are purple and we have two sides. The music here is the Barber Adagio for Strings, a piece known to be played as a requiem (at the death of FDR, JFK, Einstein, many times after 9/11, etc.). This sets the scene for what is to come. One side goes to join the other and there is a good deal of turbulence through Symphony No. 1 as both sides are working. As the second production begins, we have some back and forth call and response and the towers change from purple (both sides) to redish, showing us what is happening on that "side" only (or perhaps that things are controlled by that side?). The Adagio continues to hang over and haunt the production as things get more and more intense leading to a big clash at the end of the red tower section. The towers turn again and show us what is happening on the back "side" of things as there is much lamenting over the issues at hand. The final tower turn brings on the mash-up of Medea and Adagio and brings us to the viewpoint of the other "side". After writing all this out, perhaps I will try a stab at applying to specific events: Purple: G7 goes to DCI board meeting with the G7 Presentation, arguments ensue. Redish: G7 Directors are ousted from DCI Board of Directors and DCI is controlled by the other (non-G7) "side". Muted Yellow: A period of sadness follows. Bright Yellow: A resolution is reached by the G7 "side" to break away from DCI and exist "Side By Side" with it as MiM. They are playing Medea to remind us of the last thing that was played on a DCI field by Star before they broke away (successfully) from DCI to pursue another venture that was not exactly drum corps, but used the drum corps model at first. They are playing Adagio as a requiem for what DCI has been and has meant to them, providing personal closure to the issue before breaking away themselves. They bookend with Adagio and leave with their backs to us because they do not intend to come back after 2013. Thoughts? IMHO your explanation of this show possibly makes more sense than the view presented by the corps management! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fecontra Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 (edited) Forgive me if this has been discussed to death elsewhere (if so, mods, feel free to close after the re-direct), BUT, having just seen this years version of the Cadets, a few things occurred to me and I am interested to see what the rest of you think: Cadets 2013, originally titled Both Sides Now (an obvious allusion to a desire for resolution to the problems between certain G7 Directors and the rest of DCI), then re-titled Side By Side (seemingly an allusion to the drum corps nuclear option of the G7 breakaway organization Music in Motion), seems to tell the story of the last few years of internal strife within the DCI organization. This post is about what I think I saw based on my initial viewing, though I will stop short of applying the interpretation to specific events of the past few years. Perhaps others can help fill in the gaps if you agree? To start, the towers are purple and we have two sides. The music here is the Barber Adagio for Strings, a piece known to be played as a requiem (at the death of FDR, JFK, Einstein, many times after 9/11, etc.). This sets the scene for what is to come. One side goes to join the other and there is a good deal of turbulence through Symphony No. 1 as both sides are working. As the second production begins, we have some back and forth call and response and the towers change from purple (both sides) to redish, showing us what is happening on that "side" only (or perhaps that things are controlled by that side?). The Adagio continues to hang over and haunt the production as things get more and more intense leading to a big clash at the end of the red tower section. The towers turn again and show us what is happening on the back "side" of things as there is much lamenting over the issues at hand. The final tower turn brings on the mash-up of Medea and Adagio and brings us to the viewpoint of the other "side". After writing all this out, perhaps I will try a stab at applying to specific events: Purple: G7 goes to DCI board meeting with the G7 Presentation, arguments ensue. Redish: G7 Directors are ousted from DCI Board of Directors and DCI is controlled by the other (non-G7) "side". Muted Yellow: A period of sadness follows. Bright Yellow: A resolution is reached by the G7 "side" to break away from DCI and exist "Side By Side" with it as MiM. They are playing Medea to remind us of the last thing that was played on a DCI field by Star before they broke away (successfully) from DCI to pursue another venture that was not exactly drum corps, but used the drum corps model at first. They are playing Adagio as a requiem for what DCI has been and has meant to them, providing personal closure to the issue before breaking away themselves. They bookend with Adagio and leave with their backs to us because they do not intend to come back after 2013. Thoughts? IMHO your explanation of this program may make more sense than that provided by their management. Edited July 27, 2013 by fecontra 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Interesting evaluation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drilltech1 Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Like Don Quixote, Cervantes, you are not seeing reality as it is and are overthinking. Since Marc Sylvester was replaced in Cadets organization, show story lines have not been designed to be that obtuse in their "philosophies." The name change as reported by the CEO on his and the corps' website was due to the inability to get clear licensing permissions at reasonable pricing for a piece of eponymous music from a known performer. The rest of the show design was adapted to that reality. Historically in the Hopkins-age, Cadets more often perform music previously performed by SCV, not Star of Indiana. In the words of the current director, the show does not need a libretto or doctorate in philosophy to understand it. It is meant to be savored and enjoyed. That's all. Beyond that is a sign of too much time on one's hands. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lincoln Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 This is why I stopped watching Ancient Aliens. 1: Episodes that contradict prior episodes 2: Bad hair days for some hosts 3: Conspiracy theories that confuse even those that are paying no attention I am confused, will nourish and then sleep. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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