I got back a little while ago from a movie theater where Drum Corps International quarterfinals was being shown live from Denver, Colorado. There were some technical difficulties in the beginning, which is to be expected for a first ever event like this (a “cinecast” is what they called it), but it turned out to be a great show. I’m debating buying a few tickets to next year’s championships in Foxboro, Massachusetts right now… and figure out who I’d be going with as next summer draws nearer.
This was a pretty good year for drum corps, with some interesting shows, including The Cadets’ Jethro Tull and The Cavaliers’ James Bond—not your typical fare. I amazed myself by pretty accurately predicting some scores and placements after the corps’ performances (and you can ask Stacey for verification of that statement).
By the way, that photograph of The Cavaliers is from tonight, courtesy of DCI. Isn’t the internet great? Favorite (ironic) quote of the night:
A “backstage” interview with a member of The Cavaliers following their performance of the James Bond Show.
CUTE GIRL: So, I probably shouldn’t ask this, but how exactly does one become a “Bond girl?”
CAVALIER: I’ll show you later.
So who was your Favorite, and who did you think was the Best?
The Cavaliers were definitely the best, but I liked Carolina Crown… I thought their show was very entertaining. I also really liked Santa Clara Vanguard and Phantom.