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The Bob Costello Festival of Drum Corps, Enid, OK DIVISION I 1 Phantom Regiment 90.750 2 The Cadets 89.500 3 Blue Stars 77.400 4 Southwind 73.700 5 Esperanza 70.050 DIVISION II 1 Colt Cadets 57.600 THUNDER in the DESERT, Midland, TX DIVISION I 1 The Cavaliers 92.000 2 Carolina Crown 85.350 3 Boston Crusaders 85.050 4 Blue Knights 84.250 5 Mandarins 73.750 DIVISION III 1 Revolution 69.500 2 Trinity 42.000 Red Stick Thunder Pageant of Champions,Baton Rouge, LA SHOW RAINED OUT Glassmen Crossmen Spirit from JSU Seattle Cascades Madison Scouts Blue Devils Santa Clara Vanguard

From the DCI.org website: Division I rankings: July 16-22 7/24/2006 -- 9:33 AM CST Current Division I rankings as determined by the average scores from July 16-22. These rankings are calculated by Drum Corps International at the end of each week of the Summer Music Games Tour and used to determine the order of appearance at DCI major events. The

Here is a link to the DCI photo gallery. San Antonio is at the very top: DCI SA Photos

The Div 1 corps were not beaten by Revolution. Revolution is in a different Div. Its like comparing apples to oranges. They are both fruits yet completely different taste. Revolutions is a very good Div 3 corps--they won the Div 3 championship a few years back. And to Disappearer221 about the amplification of the pit: While I understand the point, why should they be amped? I understand that a voice should be amped (i.e. Cadets singer or Crown's narration) for the lack of being heard. But why should Xylophones and Marimbas be amped--should a soprano soloist be amped so that they are heard? Most people would probably (and I am assuming) would say not. But I am a brass player, so I probably dont fully understand the amped pit thing. I would rather just hear a balance of pit, drumline, and hornline--thats all. Just some food for thought...

I would hope not. Vanguard is still far away in 6th by about 3-4 points. While the Cadets are close, there is too many things going in their show. They might burn out or they might make a huge push towards the top. I would hope that Bluecoats would pass the over-hyped and overrated corps (I will not name them--but here is a clue...they have only won 1 championship)--that would make my season. Actually, if the Blue Devils retake the lead and win the championship....that will make me very happy.

Red River Thunder, Denton, TX DIVISION I 1 The Cavaliers 92.500 2 Bluecoats 89.600 3 The Cadets 89.100 4 Boston Crusaders 84.400 5 Capital Regiment 76.700 6 Southwind 73.350 7 The Magic 70.650 8 Pioneer 66.850 Come on BLOOOO.....break into the 90s!!!!

Southwind is a Div 1 corps. The only corps to attend SA that was not a Div 1 corps is the Div 3 corps named Revolution. This was their home show.

Here are my thoughts about the Top 7 from the Finals show: 7 Carolina Crown 85.000 While this show was a departure from previous years, it still was entertaining. There were a few partially dirty runs from the trumpets in the closer, but they should be clean by Finals. Overall, a very good show. 6 Santa Clara Vanguard 85.225 VANNGUUAARRDDD!!! I did not miss the yell--did you? In a previous thread, someone asked about the person walking around the field. I figured out it is apart of the theme "moto perputo" or perputual motion. Therefore they never stop moving. Anyways, their drill is fricking amazing--very complex, and for the most part clean. I wonder if them and Crown can catch the Cadets. 5 The Cadets 88.300 I told myself entering the show that I would keep an open mind--and I did. Did you see the drumline. I can say only one word--darn. They were smoking. The singer, while good, did not seem to fit with the show. The Cadets show is very demanding visually for all aspects (minus Front Ensemble). Overall, I liked the show. 4 Bluecoats 89.050 Can you say "WOW"? I definitely can. This corps has made stides towards the top since their '04 show "Mood Swings." where they broke into the top 6. Their drumline is the main reason for that too. The baritone line was smoking their parts too. Props to the tenor that recovered from their fall. 3 Phantom Regiment 90.150 Was it just me. or was this show mainly about playing loud. To me, there was hardly any finesse outside of Ave Maria. Plus they did a crap load of rim shots. But hey they played well and it was entertaining. Dont think they should have broke the 90s, but whatever. 2 Blue Devils 92.000 OMG!!! Their hornline was amazing (minus the ending where there was some balance issues--probably where the .55 difference came from). Their guard was awesome, as was the drumline. Too bad they are no longer undefeated . 1 The Cavaliers 92.550 GE...GE...GE....wait.....can you say GE? I loved their theme of machines. They had a nice visual package and the robotic motions were to die for. Musically, I was a little sketchy about, but what can you expect for a corps that has not placed 1st or 2nd for the decade? Pure dominations Overall, I had a fun time. I was nice seeing the afternoon show too--the reason the corps are getting better is that the bottom is just getting better. I think that the Colts, Crossmen, and Blue Stars all have a chance of making Finals. My only beef with the shows were that there were hardly any major swing sections and high squealers, and the pits. Almost every single pit was amped. But hey, cant wait until next year (hopefully I will be marching it)

Here is a link to the seating chart: DCI Seating Chart for SA

I was not there but I am assuming that he/she was an alternate. Most likely a guard member that comes in on big impacts and such.

I really think that the Cavaliers scores was due to the fact that it was their second "home" show since some of the brass players are from UH and one of their staff members teach there. Also, the judges might have wanted to cause a wave going into San Antonio. But we all know who is going to win SA: BLUE DEVILS

Does anyone know when the User Rankings were last updated? It would be really nice if I could see how much ground I need to make up on Michael!!!

THE exSIGHTment OF SOUND, Houston, TX DIVISION I 1 The Cavaliers 89.900 2 Santa Clara Vanguard 84.450 3 Carolina Crown 84.400 4 Spirit from JSU 80.900 5 Mandarins 71.950 6 The Magic 69.350 7 Pioneer 67.500 DIVISION III 1 Revolution 69.550 North Texas Festival of Drums and Bugles, Dallas, TX DIVISION I 1 Blue Devils 90.550 2 Phantom Regiment 88.000 3 Madison Scouts 83.850 4 Blue Knights 83.200 5 Glassmen 81.600 6 Crossmen 77.300 7 Colts 76.850 8 Southwind 71.000 9 Seattle Cascades 68.000 10 Esperanza 65.900 Heck yes!!! Blue Devils break the 90s!!!

Here are the etudes as per instrument (thank goodness I dont ever have to play these since I am now in college). Make sure to check the TMEA website for the erratas and the performance guides. Enjoy!!! Flute and Piccolo Flute Etudes Book, Mary Karen Clardy, European American Music Corporation Etude 1: Page 58, No. 35, Bb Minor, Op. 107 / 28 Tempo: Dotted eighth note 63 - 72 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 48, No. 30, D# Minor, Op. 33 / 14 Tempo: Quarter note 48 - 54 Play: beginning to end - No Repeats Etude 3: Page 18, No. 12, D Major, Op. 26 / 21 Tempo: Dotted quarter note 56 - 66 Play: beginning to end Soprano Clarinets Artistic Studies, Book 1 - From the French School, David Hite, Southern Music Company Etude 1: Page 37, No. 35, G Major, 40 Studies, No. 35 Tempo: Quarter note 92 - 100 Etude 2: Page 61, No. 16, Bb Major, 32 Etudes, 16 Tempo: Eighth note 88 - 100 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 65, No. 20, G Minor, 32 Etudes, 20 Tempo: Dotted quarter note 54 - 60 Play: beginning to end (omit repeat) Low Clarinets Artistic Studies, Book 1 - From the French School, David Hite, Southern Music Company Etude 1: Page 76, No. 31, Db Major, 32 Etudes, 31 Tempo: Eighth note 90 - 108 Play: beg to end Etude 2: Page 62, No. 17, D Major, 32 Etudes, 17 Tempo: Quarter note 84 - 92 Play: beg to end Etude 3: Page 52, No. 6, G Major, 32 Etudes, 6 Tempo: Quarter note 84 - 96 Play: beg to end Oboe and English Horn 48 Famous Studies for Oboe or Saxophone, W. Ferling, Revised by Andraud, Southern Music Company Etude 1: Page 6, No. 11, D Minor, No. 11 Tempo: Eighth note 76 - 88 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 10, No. 20, G Minor, No. 20 Tempo: Quarter note 94 - 104 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 7, No. 14, D Major, No. 14 Tempo: Quarter note 100 - 112 Play: beginning to end Bassoon and Contra Bassoon Practical Method for the Bassoon - 50 Advanced Studies, Weissenborn / Ambrosio, Carl Fischer Etude 1: Page 95, No. 21, F Major, FIfty Advanced Studies, No. 21 Tempo: Eighth note 72 - 90 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 115-117, No. 44, Gb Major, FIfty Advanced Studies, No. 44 Tempo: Quarter note 76 - 86 Play: Beginning to end of each (Do not play Var. I or IV) Etude 3: Page 99, No. 27, D Major, FIfty Advanced Studies, No. 27 Tempo: Quarter note 112 - 128 Play: beginning to end Saxophones 48 Famous Studies for Oboe or Saxophone, W. Ferling, Revised by Andraud, Southern Music Company Etude 1: Page 10, No. 19, G Minor, No. 19 Tempo: Eighth note 72 - 84 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 15, No. 30, E Major, No. 30 Tempo: Quarter note 104 - 120 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 9, No. 18, Bb Major, No. 18 Tempo: Dotted quarter note 72 - 88 Play: beginning to End Cornet/Trumpet Selected Studies, H. Voxman, Rubank / Hal Leonard Etude 1: Page 2, No. 1, C Major, Adagio cantabile Tempo: Quarter note 66 - 76 Play: beginning to end - NO REPEATS Etude 2: Page 23, No. 20, B Minor, Allegretto Tempo: Quarter note 92 - 104 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 19, No. 16, G Minor, Allegretto affetuoso Tempo: Dotted quarter note 66 - 76 Play: beginning to end F Horn 335 Selected Melodious, Progressive, and Technical Studies - Book 1, Pottag / Andraud, Southern Music Company Etude 1: Page 61, No. 45, C Major, No. 45 Tempo: Quarter note 80 - 95 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 114-115, No. 99, G Major, No. 99 Tempo: Quarter note 100 - 112 Play: m. 19 to end Etude 3: Page 89, No. 70, C Major, No. 70 Tempo: Quarter note 56 - 66 Play: beginning to end Tenor Trombone Selected Studies, H. Voxman, Rubank / Hal Leonard Etude 1: Page 21, No. 20, A Minor, Allegretto Tempo: Quarter note 110 - 120 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 36, No. 35, B Minor, Moderato Tempo: Quarter note 100 - 112 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 26, No. 25, G Major, Andante con moto Tempo: Quarter note 65 - 80 Play: beginning to end Bass TromboneTechnical Studies for Bass Trombone, D. Knaub, RBC Etude 1: Page 24, No. 24, Bb Minor, No. 24 Tempo: Quarter note 66 - 76 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 11, No. 11, Gb Major, No. 11 Tempo: Dotted quarter note 72 - 86 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 29, No. 29, C Major, No. 29 Tempo: Quarter note 76 - 88 Play: beginning to end Euphonium Selected Studies, H. Voxman, Rubank / Hal Leonard Etude 1: Page 21, No. 20, A Minor, Allegretto grazioso Tempo: Quarter note 96 - 118 Play: beginning to end (Observe Repeats) Etude 2: Page 31, No. 30, Gb Major, Allegro ma non trOppo Tempo: Dotted quarter note 92 - 112 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 22, No. 21, Db Major, Adagio cantabile Tempo: Dotted quarter note 76 - 88 Play: beginning to end Tuba 70 Studies, Vol. II, Blazhevitch, Robert King Music Etude 1: Page 4-5, No. 45, E Major, No. 45 Tempo: Quarter note 132 - 208 Play: beginning to end Etude 2: Page 16, No. 51, Bb Minor, No. 51 Tempo: Quarter note 60 - 80 Play: beginning to end Etude 3: Page 14-15, No. 50, Db Major, No. 50 Tempo: Quarter note 69 - 100 Play: beginning to end Percussion - Snare Advanced Snare Drum Studies, M. Peters, Mitchell Peters Etude 1: Page 22-23, No. 11, || Clef, 11 Tempo: Quarter note 108 - 122 Play: beginning to end Percussion - Keyboard: Two Mallet Masterpieces for the Marimba, McMillan, Warner Bros. Publications Etude 1: Page 18-19, No. 11, A Major, Sonata Tempo: Dotted quarter note 40 - 46 Play: beginning to end Percussion - Keyboard: Four Mallet Fundamental Solos for Mallets, M. Peters, Alfred Etude 1: Page 20-23, No. 11, C Major, Chorale and Variations Tempo: Quarter note 70 - 80 Play: beginning to 51 Percussion - Timpani The Solo Timpanist, Firth, Carl Fischer Etude 1: Page 33, No. 18, , XVIII Tempo: Quarter note 100 - 112 Play: beginning to end

You could search the threads and find that I have been supporting the Blues for a while .

The Northeast Louisiana SUMMER MUSIC GAMES, West Monroe, LA DIVISION I 1 Phantom Regiment 87.400 2 Bluecoats 87.300 3 Boston Crusaders 83.100 4 Carolina Crown 82.900 5 Spirit from JSU 79.250 6 The Magic 67.700 GO BLOOOO!!!! Only .1 from third place!!! Looks like both of my favorite corps (Blue Devils and Coats) are doing quite well this year. Drums of Summer, Broken Arrow, OK DIVISION I 1 The Cadets 87.250 2 Glassmen 82.250 3 Colts 78.900 4 Crossmen 76.850 5 Blue Stars 75.050 6 Capital Regiment 74.450 7 Southwind 69.100 8 Seattle Cascades 67.700

Brass Spectacular!, Pittsburg, KS DIVISION I 1 The Cavaliers 88.400 2 The Cadets 86.450 3 Santa Clara Vanguard 82.700 4 Blue Knights 81.800 5 Colts 77.850 6 Blue Stars 75.550 7 Capital Regiment 73.200

Drummin' Down the Trace, Tupelo, MS DIVISION I 1 Blue Devils 89.700 2 Bluecoats 87.300 3 Madison Scouts 82.600 4 The Magic 67.250 DIVISION II 1 Memphis Sound 74.400 SPIRIT of America, Jacksonville, AL DIVISION I 1 Phantom Regiment 87.750 2 Carolina Crown 83.850 3 Boston Crusaders 82.650 4 Spirit from JSU 80.200 5 Pioneer 65.750 Senior Corps 1 CorpsVets, Sr. 72.460

DCI Louisville, Louisville, KY DIVISION I 1 Blue Devils 89.450 2 Phantom Regiment 86.850 3 Carolina Crown 82.450 4 Glassmen 81.800 5 Spirit from JSU 79.300 6 Southwind 69.650 7 Pioneer 63.450 March of Champions,Great Bend, KS DIVISION I 1 The Cavaliers 87.200 2 The Cadets 85.450 3 Santa Clara Vanguard 82.500 4 Blue Knights 81.100 5 Crossmen 75.350 6 Seattle Cascades 65.850

Lineups for the July 22, DCI San Antonio Southwestern Championship. Order of appearance determined by the average scores from July 9-15. Afternoon 12:00 p.m. Revolution 12:17 Pioneer 12:34 Seattle Cascades 12:51 The Magic 1:08 Esperanza 1:25 Southwind 1:42 Capital Regiment 1:59 Mandarins 2:16 Intermission 2:33 Blue Stars 2:50 Crossmen 3:07 Colts 3:24 Spirit from JSU 3:41 Glassmen 3:58 Madison Scouts 4:15 Blue Knights Evening 7:00 p.m. Afternoon fourth place 7:17 Afternoon third place 7:34 Afternoon second place 7:51 Afternoon first place 8:08 Boston Crusaders 8:25 Carolina Crown 8:42 Intermission 8:59 Santa Clara Vanguard 9:16 The Cadets 9:33 Phantom Regiment 9:50 Bluecoats 10:07 The Cavaliers 10:24 Blue Devils Pretty nice order---liking Vanguard right after intermission and to close with the best corps ever (like I have been saying for like the past couple of years), the Blue Devils.

2006 Special Edition Soaring Sounds, Centerville, OH DIVISION I 1 Bluecoats 87.050 2 Madison Scouts 82.750 3 Boston Crusaders 81.350 4 The Magic 65.700 5 Pioneer 61.500 DIVISION II 1 Memphis Sound 73.100 Exhibition Cincinnati Tradition, Sr.

Here is a brief summary of "Georgetown's finest": The event happened right in front of the brass and the cheerleaders and was after our football team owned the other team during their homecoming game. Girl: "Excuse me! Sir! Sir, you have to stop right now!!" Band Director: "What?" Girl: "There are players crying on the field you need to show some respect and quit playing!" Band Director: (Shewing her away he says,) "Talk to me later, I'll be done in a minute." Girl: "No, STOP NOW!" At this point the Band Director turns off his mic but is still conducting the warm down. I can still make out most of what is said though. Band Director: "Hey, you can't just come up here and threaten me like that. Who are you? What is you sponsor?" Girl: "I'm a Georgetown eagle!!!!! (The Band Director has now stopped conducting and alll of the brass gaze on with jaws dropped) Band Director: "What is you name!" Girl: "I don't have one!" Band Director: "I'm gonna find you sponsor, we'll talk later." The girl takes about 5 steps away from everyone, turns around, and flips the bird. This was followed by a "Gasp!" from the cheerleaders. The Band Director didn't see her flip us off because he had already turned around and tried to get the warm down going again, but I'm sure he heard about it. After the warm down, the Band Director swiftly jumped from the podium and walked straight for the girl, who was just across the field.

Ill be able to catch up with him (hopefully). I would be up there with him if it wasnt for my weekend away from a computer lol.

Waves of Thunder, Decatur, IN DIVISION I 1 Phantom Regiment 86.100 2 Glassmen 81.050 3 Spirit from JSU 78.550 4 Colts 76.700 5 Capital Regiment 73.400 6 Southwind 65.300 7 Pioneer 59.750 DIVISION III 1 Capital Sound 57.700 More to come....

CORNHUSKER SUMMER MUSIC GAMES, Lincoln, NE SHOW RAINED OUT Crossmen The Cadets The Cavaliers Blue Stars