What is DCI?

A video for People who know nothing about DCI
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[@WaltWilson]

Drum corps is essentially professional band minus the pay. You audition, attend rehearsal, then perform during the summer. The bands/corps have competitions/shows in which they compete, and when it’s all said and done, the Blue Devils win.

[@purpleknight1396]

Then another corps, then BD, then another corps, then BD, then another corps.

[@owendoyal3823]

Prob scvg

[@Mikey-og4my]

@@purpleknight1396 You can't be more right

[@sarahalbright5307]

I’m kind of obligated to like the blue Devils because my band director marched with the blue Devils for 12 years but that’s pretty accurate

[@harishbalamurugan152]

Walt Wilson don’t forget the win SCV gets every decade

[@qmoyer]

"After all, everyone is valued when you're marching. You need everyone in order to make a perfect star." I don't know why this hit so hard but damn

[@jacobhanekamp2534]

Maybe because the corp that was shown made a star?

[@baleohhay7983]

Ima be a high school senior next year and I’m absolutely quoting that

[@kainpwnsu]

I've had some teammates at work who need some real encouragement too meet their potential. This is a fantastic analogy I can use with them.

[@codsterderp7110]

“Why is drum corps awesome” *first clip is of phantom 2008* YUP ITS A GOOD VIDEO

[@eziotheassassin2.072]

Yes

[@harrisondixon4039]

You thought you were sneaky putting in that boa clip

[@jacobhanekamp2534]

Where

[@mccouscous1761]

That's not BOA, it's the Calgary Stampede Showband

[@harrisondixon4039]

Mr. Mccouscous Oh, my bad. Still not DCI though

[@mccouscous1761]

Harrison Dixon you’re good, but they were invited by DCI to perform Here’s a link to a video with DCI and Calgary: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGqxiHljit6MnK8

[@mccouscous1761]

Sebastian Rasor true, but it’s not the first thing I think of when I hear DCI

[@dctrbrass]

I'm a professional brass player, but never marched DCI. I'm losing interest in mainstream sports, and DCI does a lot more for me than watching sports does. It's sports + music. That's why I'll probably be a fan for life :) Wish I would've had the opportunity to march....must be an amazing experience.

[@austinkopp9811]

DCA is always an option!

[@pedrocgallardo]

college bands are also an option or maybe a wgi winds group in your area!

[@bryan3754]

dctrtuba brass one option is dca which is basically dci but instead there’s no age limit so the members range from 14 to 40 something years old

[@dhdusidjdjso]

DCA is awesome!

[@isaacgreen8818]

Now I don’t have to explain it to my family

[@sirsassafras990]

Probably a bit more of a cynical explanation on DCI, but for me what kept me coming back was how much it absolutely sucked. It is the hardest I and my friends ever had to work, and we loved every second of it. Being pushed to these levels we never thought possible was thrilling. And seeing it all pay off in a show that people loved was great. Honestly, the hardest part is coming back. You're in this word of your own with the same 150 kids for 85 days, and then suddenly you're back home doing normal life things. That's just my hot take, though.

[@SeanLaMontagne]

There's also a ton of mental, physical, and sexual abuse, and medical neglect that goes into that. And a lot of these corps go out of their way to cover it up instead of radically addressing the problem.

[@juneyellowsnek]

@@SeanLaMontagne Nobody fucking asked, fucktard.

[@SeanLaMontagne]

@@juneyellowsnek Thats the problem Nobody talks about it. Its all hush-hush. That's how abuse is perpetuated.

[@cheapypeepy9150]

I'd give my left foot to march again

[@jacobhanekamp2534]

If you give your left foot to march, you cant march, because you need a left foot

[@shgh2695]

GamingWithFun15 / GamingWithFunOffline wooooooooooosssh

[@jacobhanekamp2534]

@@shgh2695 *stares at comment, questioning life choices* (in whisper) darn it

[@philbreton5949]

Found the cadet

[@jokeyy1116]

cheapy peepy guess you’d march cadets

[@Sam44616]

i’m not crying ur crying

[@jacobhanekamp2534]

Not me

[@greenteatacoalbert9457]

Shut up 😭

[@wenceslaobongrignacio56yuu70]

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[@clashwithclanner6091]

The satisfaction of sending this to everyone I know that doesn't know what drumcorps is, is REAL

[@ahayes9945]

That's what's up.

[@S0RGEx]

Thank you for explaining this so I don't have to stumble my way through an explanation all the time.

[@LuckyHamburger]

I've gone in like three months from "I want to quit band" to "Hmm maybe if I practice hard I'll audition for DCI at some point"

[@kainpwnsu]

Simply attending TRYOUTS for anything (DCI, your school jazz band, even periodically interviewing for a job even when you aren't looking to move) teaches you valuable personal improvement and life skills. Getting outside of your box is key to be coming a better person and feeling great about yourself and your potential! Thank you for this video! I feel it fills a gap in knowledge for many people

[@TheArtisticReality]

Awesome video! This is the closest description of DCI that I've ever heard without being a 30 minute Ted Talk lol. Keep up the good work!

[@steverman2312]

Im in regular marching band and honestly, if you want a good extracurricular to be in, marching band is your best bet if youre already in symphonic band. Marching band is basically watered down drum corp. marching band mainly consists of teens in high school where we do a week or two of seven or twelve hour practices called “band camp.” Its definitely a good start before getting into drum corp because if you do marching band first, youll already be used to the extreme heat and extreme workout. The best part of marching band however is the fact that you basically join a family consisting of your section. Im a trumpet and the trumpet section in my band is a super tight-knit community. We always go out to eat together before games, we have multiple group chats connecting us when we arent in band together, we have a chant we say at the end of rehearsal (one guy yells “trumpets, shark bait” and everyone else yells “broo-haa-haa” in response), and we even have a minecraft server we play on from time to time. Its such a great feeling to find people who accept you and wanna be friends with you. Thats how it was for me, i joined the marching band with very few friends, but i ended up becoming one of the most well known people in the band, making multiple friends within and without my section. Marching band is a super invigorating experience and i highly suggest joining it if drum corp is too much for you.

[@ColieBear18]

Agreed! I loved competition and you form such a tight bond and make such good friends.

[@pulp9220]

BAND IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL THING TO EXIST

[@ebok98]

I have to tell you that as a fan who has never participated in DCI that I have the utmost respect for all of you performers. I’m old now. 51! I used to march in high school and completely understand why you want to do this activity. I so enjoy going to see the competition in Tennessee when they come around. I’m always amazed at the perfection of the shows. Many times it has brought me to tears of joy because there was something quite spectacular about the performance that touched me. Keep on doing what you do because there are lots of fans out there like me who simply love what you do.

[@helendunn51]

I'm considering trying out for Crown pit 2021. (Might not make it since I would only be 16-17 at that point and I literally started percussion in high school. 😭 Two of the Crown instructors that I know said I'll probably make 2022 tho.) Thank you so much for your inspiration and encouragement!! I certainly agree that I fell in love with DCI the moment I discovered it. Also it's a relief that you made this video so that I don't have to explain it to my parents. 💖💖 Definitely got a sub from me :)

[@anneturner4427]

Definitely go to an audition camp! Getting your face out there is one of the best things you can do.

[@ebok98]

Try out because you never know. The experience of trying out is a learning experience regardless

[@tuttiflooti]

Crown has beginner competitive mb that start as low as 8th grade

[@tubespax3568]

how'd it go?

[@andrewhxrris]

did you make it?

[@nolanfarrelly2070]

I know the guy at 7:04! He’s the low brass tech for my high schools marching band and gives me private tuba lessons! He got me into DCI and is encouraging me to hopefully one day do it. This is probably gonna get buried but I thought I’d share!

[@HPOfficeJetProAll-In-One]

no wayyy its jerry I miss him :(

[@27thsnare]

Very well done. I’ve been involved with drum corps since the 70s marched in 6 Finals. Taught, judged and my daughter marched as well. I really appreciate you making this heartfelt video. Drum Corps brought lifelong friends for me I still connect with people I met and marched with over 40 years ago. I can only hope it continues to bring joy to future generations. Hopeful for s 2021 season.

[@waynestephens6505]

I marched 75 and 76 with Guardsmen from Illinois. In all eras drum corps is really hard work. A great memory for me is 1976 dci. After prelims we knew we did our best show ever, and the crowd enjoyed it. We needed a score over 82 to make finals for the first time. When the PA announcer said "83..." we just erupted in pure joy!! All the grueling hard work (like the video mentioned) paid off! It was a different era with more strict field judging, but the rush still the same.

[@samsignorelli]

I made BD in 1984 as a rookout to the entire activity -- had never even marched a slide before, because back then, most HS bands were squads of 4, face direction of march, mirror drill, etc. Drum corps alums becoming band directors and bringing their corps sensibilities to their programs hadn't started yet. My mother didn't really understand the appeal, but made my flight to Concord to audition my Xmas present, and my full tour fee (only %450 back then) my birthday present. She supported me the whole way. Dad? Hadn't a clue...could not comprehend why I'd want to do such a thing....was actually kinda against the idea. Fast forward 12 years...I'm co-founder/director of a small corps out of L.A. called Nightfire. We had a show in San Diego -- where "s from -- and both parents came to watch the show...tough because Mom was fighting mesothelioma at the time and would pass a year later. I sat with them when Nightfire was on, and they sat for the entire competition....which included BD with the "Club Blue: A Gangster Chronicle" show that would win DCI that year. Santa Clara was also there with "La Mer." After the show, Dad said he finally got it

[@trap4dafu2k0fit]

La Mer was a fine show. Fine core as well.

[@greeneggsandflams7861]

Dci is a bunch of people with an obsession at least when it comes to drumline

[@waynestephens6505]

In all eras, dci very hard work. I marched in the mid 70's. You did a great job explaining this great activity!

[@obvioslyepic1490]

As a current freshman in high school and a kid who has admired the DCI/ marching band world since I was extreamly young I was able to do my first year of marching and it was the best experiance of my life. We won 2nd place at nationals and It felt increadible. I got so many new friends, more fit, and most importantly more self confidance. I was able to put myself out there and work hard on something I never would have unless it was marching. Now unfortunatly im going through some very sivere health problems so I might not be able to march for a while but when I do become healthy again Im going to march my heart out again. When I become older I know I want to join DCI and this just made me want to even more. So thank you for posting this.

[@patriciamiller4879]

Feel better soon so you can get back on the field!

[@joshuagrant2004]

This video was my last push. I can’t wait to audition and be apart of something greater

[@iamlegend5373]

Did you make it?

[@Jon-kx3ut]

Joshua Grant did you make it

[@RishiJalukar]

How’d it go?

[@rawhidelamp]

Did you make it?

[@captainkiwi77]

just the sound of that crowd in the spartacus intro gave me shivers

[@smartaIec]

Low key just a colts ad :P

[@grantmiller9614]

I mean I only really had access to the Colt's videos and the DCI channels youtube videos

[@smartaIec]

@@grantmiller9614 yeah I'm just messing with ya

[@smartaIec]

@@grantmiller9614 ok so I guess your ad worked because I'm contracted for 2020 colts 🔺 lmao

[@dylancouch7286]

@@smartaIec LOLOLOL

[@StGeoRUSH619]

Simply put, Drum Corps is "Marching Music's Major League". I'm an alumnus of the Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps from 1977--1987 (Baritone/Contrabass player). As performers, most of us are so focused that we try to block the crowd's reaction, but when it hits, it's a feeling that's very hard to explain. Sometimes the crowd can be so loud that it overpowers our playing, and that's when it becomes difficult. When your group hits on all cylinders as Santa Clara Vanguard did in the closer (1988 DCI Finals) with all their emotion and power, it's a pretty awesome feeling! That's a hard feeling to beat, knowing that you left absolutely everything on the field, with no regrets. That's what makes it all worth it (win or lose). As for the Cavaliers and myself, it's the Brotherhood that lasts a lifetime that keeps us coming back. This video pretty much sums it all up... well done, Grant. SPLOOIE-4-Life (and beyond)😎💚🤍🖤🏳‍🌈 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIeZcpSJprqLn7M

[@joshuadramsey]

I lucked out. My marching years came when both PBS and ESPN would actually air DCI Finals every year, if not a few regional contests before! My high school also served as a practice space and resting spot for Star of Indiana, Spirit of Atlanta, Velvet Knights, and Blue Devils when they competed in the local DCI event near where I lived. The cool thing about that was that our local show (Drums Across the Tri-State in Huntington, WV) was usually the weekend right before championship week, so the visiting corps would be both pumped AND at the top of their game for the season. While it was cool to host Star and Blue Devils as top corps at the time, my favorites were Spirit and the VK. Such cool kids AND staff! When VK stayed, I went with friends to hang out with the corps members sleeping over at our school. We helped some VK members break into our school's library to use the computers that were hooked up to the Internet, which at that time was still extremely rare. After that, we broke into our science lab, but only to hang out. I remember the discussion being about D&D and other RPGs. Yeah, no doubt DCI's a world-class athletic activity, but make no mistake: it's also rather quite nerdy!

[@joshuadramsey]

For what it's worth, the visiting corps always slept on the gym floor at our school. Well, they all did except for the Blue Devils, who took a look at our Appalachian public school and decided to go seek out the nearest university dorms. Can't say I blame them, but it still felt a slight when their staff came up to our band director and literally told him, "Nuh-uh! We're outta here after practice!"

[@patriciamiller4879]

joshuadramsey, I’m sorry they were jerks!

[@jefferysites9347]

In 1987 I meet My Now Husband James, We both Marched with Cavaliers, James Played Tuba, I being the Small Flame was in the Guard. In 1988 James didn't come back; i was devastated. In 1989, James walked threw the door at one weekend tryouts, I've never let him out of my site again.... Still to this day we make it to World Finals weekend.

[@backsack29]

Don't know how I didn't see this until now, but it was a fantastic video! DCI was definitely one of the best things I've ever done. And although I couldn't mentally get myself to march more than one season, it still had a large impact on me. Countless memories and friendships. It truly is something special.

[@bishmcpoe]

Hey man. This video has made me feel really confident in everything that I'm gonna be doing this summer. I'm 17 and I'm going to be marching with a new open class drum corp that was started up in West Virginia last year called Appalachian Gold. I wish more and more people could feel this way about the marching arts instead of seeing it as a band that walks around on the field. I live for this activity and I look forward to everything that will come for the 2019 season.

[@TlalollinRamirez]

Amazing video Grant!!! I loved every second of it and it was SO well made!!! I hope to someday meet you bro!!! Keep up the amazing content

[@MissesProduct]

I'm in the woodwind section, I was wondering if it's too late to learn snares because I low-key feel like it's too late because I'm in 11th grade but I also low-key wanna be in DCI lol so...

[@grantmiller9614]

So I wouldn't learn a percussion instrument because that always seems to be way more competitive (especially snare), you basically have to drum non stop for a few years before you are good enough to make a world class drumline. If you are serious about doing drum corps though I would recommend a brass instrument because it's less competitive and it's easier to make the transition from woodwinds. Hope this helps, good luck

[@MissesProduct]

@@grantmiller9614 oof, lol I understand. Seems cool to be in DCI period though. I'll see what happens, lol thanks 😊

[@setiyoung8947]

If woodwind try out either Contra/Tuba or Mellophone, from my knowledge and experience these are the top for woodwind to brass. Good luck!

[@yamiii]

@@setiyoung8947 honestly it's best to go for anything that has a mass of it, for example there may be 30ish trumpets

[@bro748]

I know a Saxaphone senior who learned Trumpet in 3 months and made it into an open-class drum corps.

[@williamhoffman8724]

Made me cry. Thank you for making such an excellent representation of this activity.

[@leonaluna3307]

I marched with the Battalion last summer, a new open class corps from Utah. I don't know where I would be without that program, I'm honored to be a part of it.

[@vibeauxssxuaebiv3489]

I wish fees stayed there, when I first looked into it it seemed like the average fees were 3,800 for World Class. Fees now seem to be closer to 4,000. Personally my 2020 age-out contract is 4,500.

[@Uncle_Yam]

4:46 I was in that train!!

[@dylancouch7286]

gather around if you wanna hear a story of an engineer ;)

[@erickreza69]

Wow this really reminded me why I can’t wait to go back to Corps after this off year! Thanks man!

[@shaundukes2843]

Lovely video. Really made me remember how much I love people I’ve marched with. Thanks man!

[@nooneyet3645]

This video is.. I can’t even express how great this video is. Not because I’m in the marching band but because it is so beautifully put together. 👍👍👍

[@ColieBear18]

I always wished I had played a brass instrument so I could join DCI. I played flute and I LOVED competing in high school.

[@acousticfoam4184]

This video was great. It gave me a real confidence boost for my DCI ability. Im gonna be trying out on Tenors for the Seattle Cascades next year.

[@almostaskater1324]

Seriously, thank you for this video.

[@whodat1967]

God bless you for making this video! I've been hoping for this kind of vid to come along

[@r00binbin]

Honestly I'm a senior in high school and this is my first time doing color guard but I absolutely love it. I've been thinking about doing dci and now I'm definitely going to save up for it.

[@captainkiwi77]

absolutely amazing video, couldnt have explained it better if i tried, almost made me cry. such a weird thing to explain, and that personal story was a real gut wrencher

[@justycem5092]

*doesn't see Cascades on list @**5:08* ...where did I march last summer then??

[@grantmiller9614]

Justyce M its on there right under crown

[@justycem5092]

Grant Miller oooh sorry I’m illiterate 😂 Also used to seeing Seattle before Cascades

[@wrngtide3173]

This is actually an amazing video. I almost cried during Jenny's story xc. Anyway, thank you.

[@jackholladay1829]

If you were actually there for Spartacus I just want you to know how jealous I am of you. If you got more years I hope your able to march them all, especially your age out.

[@alexhicks7266]

Drum Corps is Marching Band on every drug known to man

[@eduardor3712]

It’s crazy to think that the cut is 22 and such young folks can perform impeccably like a Cirque du Soleil artist

[@nstat_6787]

I'm barely starting out as a freshman snare in highschool and i really want to be in dci..thank you for helping me figure out if i want to do it or not :)👍

[@toneyvaughn2536]

I don’t think I could’ve possible explained this better myself. Great job with this video

[@christianbrown4174]

I went to grand nationals this year in Indianapolis and I couldnt agree anymore with this video. LOVE IT

[@anthonypope8429]

I miss being in a marching band in my country the unitedkingdom but we don't do it anymore I really like it to come back some of your shows are out of this world

[@btdoubles4859]

I’m a 17 year old boutta audition later this year for BD in December for tenor drum and I know it’s gonna take a hell a lot of work and then some but this made me even more confident in my audition, thanks Grant hopefully I can look back on this in my early 20’s and be happy on my decision

[@justinjx3]

Wait only 4.9k views? This video is so well made.

[@soldatvonzufall2548]

soo I was under the assumption that DCI was a college band competition only, it doesn't appear that's the case. anyone can audition for any corps assuming they have what it takes? that's a lot better than just college, really cool

[@SWilla00946]

Anyone between 14 and 22. And if you have the money. Dca corps are all age and less time consuming

[@soldatvonzufall2548]

@@SWilla00946 so dci is rich kids only basically. nobody else can afford to not work all summer and pay for the work they put in, pretty messed up really. the shame is all the talent the world misses in this largely excluded group, someone should get paid at least basic expenses for something of this magnitude

[@patriciamiller4879]

@@soldatvonzufall2548, there are scholarships available, but it might be hard for a student to find them. That’s something we need to make easier.

[@Vinny52300]

I’m sad I aged out already and never joined. But honestly, the thought of wanting to quit scared me ngl. I’m sincerely impressed how everyone does it no matter what placement they get at the end of every season. Actually making it through the whole season is a victory within itself.

[@athenalol]

DCA is a thing, it's cheaper, less strenuous, all that of course, it's not DCI, but it's something that you should consider

[@braydenbain2834]

1:38 that's Calgary Stampede showband I will be playing there in 4 years

[@braydenbain2834]

@Panzerwaffe Guy yeah lol

[@jackcorbett4704]

I’m currently a freshman, I’m really hoping that 3-4 years from now I can be a part of this wonderful sport. I’ve truly fallen In love with marching band over this past year and I’m really hoping that I’m able to do this after senior year

[@sweetestcyanide]

5:56 I love that performance! One of my favorites! We watched it in class.

[@madisonwhyte976]

do you know the name of the performance

[@sweetestcyanide]

Madison Whyte Yup. It’s by the Phantom Regiment (2008) “SPARTACUS” opener and show. It’s also easier to just type “Spartacus Marching Band” into KZbin. It’ll be the second or first option. Definitely a performance that’s worth watching. Enjoy! ;)

[@timothydonlan9112]

At this point in the evolution of drum corps, I would recommend that someone who has never done it before consider trying out for a non-world class corps, or at least one not in the top echelons. Couple of reasons. 1. Cost/Committment. Generally these are the more expensive corps to join and require intense commitment to the rehearsal and touring schedules. 2. Experience. Also generally, the people who audition for the top corps have lots of experience in their performance area. This isn't to say you can't try out, but understand that these corps are looking for the absolute best possible candidates to join up in order to win the Championship. Regardless of which corps you get into, I can guarantee you've just joined the best non-blood-related family outside of the military.

[@christinasieger5940]

Thanks for making this!

[@elipseplays3579]

Absolutely amazing summary of DCI. Being just a freshman who recently got through my fist competition show and spending my first 12+ straight hours with the band mates I could definitively see how great marching really is and I’m sure DCI or even DCA is ample that especially with the way you described it. I can’t wait!

[@jalakor]

Phantom Regiment 2016 was the show that I saw first live, and I was captivated. No, it wasn’t the best show Regiment had ever performed, but man, it was stupid cool to a 14 year old me. I eventually got in at Regiment, and the thing that has stuck with me is the experiences, the good, the bad, the funny, the sad. My advice for anyone marching is to absorb it all, it will stick with you forever. I’ve marched 4 years now, and this 5th upcoming season will be my age out. Don’t forget your roots, and don’t forget the journey you took to bloom into who you became.

[@Mady3en]

I’m trying out for regiment 24’!!! :), what would you recommend me practicing the most coming into next years auditions?

[@jalakor]

@@Mady3en prepare everything, come in like a sponge and be ready to soak in all the knowledge you can and be ready to apply it on the fly, and CHOOSE to be confident!

[@justintremewan6309]

Phenomenal video, Grant. By far the best explanation video I’ve ever seen. Peep me in that academy company front though TSAOTA

[@tristancoats5923]

ha, the percussion director at our school played marimba for phantom regiment in 2008

[@sophiebophiex]

My color guard director marched with Blue Knights once :’)

[@parkerpar10]

Awesome video man!

[@johnboltz2768]

There has to be a way to monetize this so it at least is free for participants but to be honest I think what makes it so good is because you really have to live it to do it and it shows on the field

[@garyatthepiano4813]

It's for the love and dedication to Drum Corp! Always a member for life!

[@jamesswofford6619]

I cry everytime

[@Sc00ps1]

All though marching band can be draining for your mental self and your emotional self its also the best thing thatd ever happened to me. I have met awesome people. Im a sophomore and this year is my 2nd year marching and im in percussion, and a few years from now ill come back to this comment and ill tell yall whether i have done drum corps or not! Wish me luck!

[@patriciamiller4879]

Good luck! Go to some camps to help prepare yourself to audition.

[@marinajade8519]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for creating and posting this. I can’t wait to march (‘:

[@TheRabbitHasLanded]

Losing a week of spring training was both a blessing and a curse cause we got more summer but extra death when it started.

[@sweetestcyanide]

Bro I would’ve killed to see the Phantom Regiment in that 2008 performance.

[@DUBWUB3]

And here i am in a HIGH SCHOOL band and my fee for this year was $3,500...

[@patriciamiller4879]

Wow!

[@patrickalvarado7687]

Damn what kind of high school do you march in? Ours was like 800 dollars

[@DUBWUB3]

@@patrickalvarado7687 Broken Arrow

[@nathanclaflin4352]

@@DUBWUB3 Yo u practically are DCI just with a school attached.

[@C5drummer]

Old and fat now, I was in the newly reformed Southwind Drum and Bugle Corps WAAAAAY back in 1991 and '92 out of Montgomery Alabama on the snare. They've had their troubles staying in the game over the years, and the issue was always money. Even with the money we paid upfront, there was never enough for transportation, food, etc., and I remember the cost was almost always the issue with staying solvent. Luckily, we had good management we the corp restarted. We played in DCI's Class A/Division II {think Junior Drum and Bugle Corps} "back in the day" and it was an absolute grind, almost a love-hate relationship. The love came from actually winning! We took the World Champions in Dallas both years. Pretty exciting! The hate came from our show's theme...OMG, it was The Little Mermaid in '91 and Robin Hood in '92. It was TERRIBLE, and the music arrangement, especially for the drumline, was super-easy to play, allowing the formations to be complex, thus, the show looked and sounded great. Almost 30 years later, would I recommend it?? HELL YES! After the limelight was over, it DID make for better individuals (although I didn't keep up with anyone in the Corp!), and personally, the fun came in later years being proficient in switching over to drumset, thus have been in a multitude of bands playing cover tunes on drumset over the past 30 years. I have a lil gig this Fri/Sat. Sweet!

[@stephielulu9096]

When I was in DC in Europe (in the 80s 🙄) We didn't have Trombones, just sop, mel, bar &Cbass) The US is so different! We didn't have to leave in our early 20s, we had 40+ yr olds marching etc. We didn't have to pay that much! Or buy our own instruments. We just had a monthly fee. Either 2 Corps always won. And a few of their members went to the Devils for a season too. Oh they were the days. I played Soprano, then Snare (crash course, shit at it 🤣) but the fun we had, and got to travel all around Europe! Good days 😊💖

[@stephielulu9096]

@Micah the Nerd Saxophonist I remember the Scouts yes!! I left DC in '90

[@liana-gao]

Damn my eyes are so sweaty😭😭

[@Mars-nm8ek]

Now I have to learn trumpet

[@fommy.treeman]

In 2019, the average cost to march a world class corp was $2,400. In 2024, it is now $4,500 to march world class...

[@MoldyMan]

I love your video dude! Please make more!

[@grantmiller9614]

Thank you man, I plan to keep making more so be on the lookout

[@MoldyMan]

@@grantmiller9614 sounds good cheif lol!

[@samgray5723]

Moldy Man I love your screams dude! Please make more!

[@SwimminWitDaFishies]

Drum corps 2019 is VERY different from Drum Corps 1975, 1985, and 1995. It was an activity that was affiliated with Post WW2 alumni military service organizations. It also was originally known as DRUM and BUGLE corps. The pit instruments were not set at the front line back in the day. And there was no such thing as AMPLIFICATION ... it was all lung power for the brass players! NO mixing boards either. When the DCI organization came into being, it turned the activity into an organized business. Many of the original show and competition requirements either morphed into something completely different or were totally eliminated. While the underlying spirit is still there, I don't completely agree with all of what the activity has become. Basically, it's a contest of who can outdo who using the biggest and best props and backdrops. Despite this, I have and I will still support the kids who participate. I think there's so much more DCI could do to promote the activity to alleviate the financial burden on the kids and level the field a bit more, but that is a different discussion for another day. PS - I am available for consultation upon request and by fee only.

[@keemez]

gotten ludicrous, hasn't it? and now Madison is going """all-gender"""..... *eyeroll*

[@johns3106]

In the last 10-15 years, it seems like things have moved farther away from the roots of D&BC than in the previous 25-30 years combined since the inception of DCI

[@reki7786]

I marched this year and I know a lot of the people in this video. One of em was my tech this year :)

[@justinsampson5839]

Awesome Grant!

[@harry1971]

Grant Miller sorry that I curse , a FUCKING great vid you have make , BIG THUMBS UP , greeting from the Netherlands , I can not wait in 2019 to see all the vids again , keep up the good work

[@hannah1771]

auditioning for BK this year!! it's been my motivation all through high school. so so nervous, i know if i make it in though it will be the time of my life

[@jackfair2560]

This literally made me tear up

[@peytonmartin869]

This is beautiful

[@charcoal1513]

5:39 OML OML THATS MY HOMETOWN BAND SCREE THEY LOVE CALGARY SHOW BAND

[@madisonwhyte976]

do you know what that performance was called

[@brandonking1737]

@@madisonwhyte976 That was our 2018 Soundsport show (kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWfLqomdi5drmKs). It's quite watered down from what we normally do becuase it's hard to do a lot on a Soundsport field with 150 members. You should check out some of our full shows, they are at a much higher caliber than this was at, since we had a full field and 11 minutes to develop it on.

[@cooperbarnett8950]

My band got work with one of the caption heads(Dwight Emmert) from phantom regiment 2008 and we got the best score in my schools history

[@jstov]

great video!

[@Andrew.k.heaton]

Hey I love this video!

[@alissawhitney6515]

The guy I like is leaving for tour in a few weeks, and he sent me this to explain why :)

[@duccr]

I would want to be in dci but I play a woodwind instrument

[@503music6]

Off to show my parents!

[@Thomas_Varnell]

If I had the money and skill I’d do it in a heartbeat