Drum Corps International 1998 Yearbook

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The President of the United States . . .. .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . . . .. .. ....... . . . .. . . .... . 2 Walt Disney World Resorts .. .. . ...... .. . .......... . .... . ... . . . . .. .. .. . . . . . .. 4 The Governor of Florida and the Mayor of Orlando .. . . . . ...... . .................. 6 The OCr Executive Director .... . .. .. .. .. . .... ... . . . . .. . . . ... . . . . ..... . ... . .. 8 The OCr Chairman of the Board ... .. . . ... . . ... . . .. . . .. . . .. . . ..... .. .. . . . .. . . 1 0 Friends of DCr .... ... . .. .. .... . . . . . .. . . . . .. .. ... . . . . .. . . .. .... .. . . . ...... 12 Volunteer of the Year ... .. .. .. . . . . . . .. . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . .. .. . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 13 DCI Hall of Fame . .... . . . . . . . .. ... ... . .. .. .... .. . . . . .. ... ...... ... .. .. . . .. 14 History of DCI . . .. . .. . ... .. . .. ... ... . .. ... . .. ...... .. . ..... . . . ... ... . . . .. 16 DCI Board of Directors and Personnel . ..... .. .. . . .... .. . . ..... .. . .. ... .. . ... . 17 DCI Adjudication ... . ......... . ..... . . . .. . . ... .. . .. . .. . ... . .... . .. . . .. .. . . 18 DCI Member Corps Academie Musicale, Sherbrooke, Quebec ........ .. .. . . .. . . .. . . . . .. .. ... . ... . . . 20 Bluecoats, Canton, Ohio . .. . . ..... ... ..... ... ... . .. .. .... ...... ... .. ... .. .. 22 Blue Devils, Concord, California .. .. . . ..... . . . .... . . . ..... . . .... .... .... . . .. 24 Blue Knights, Denver, Colorado .. .. . . ......... . .. . ... .. .. .. . .... .. . .. . ..... . 26 Boston Crusaders, Boston, Massachusetts . . . . .. .. .. . .. . . . .... ... . . .... .. . . ..... 28 Cadets of Bergen County, Bergenfield, New Jersey .. . .......... . .. .. ....... . .. . ... . 30 Carolina Crown, Charlotte, North Carolina .. .. .. . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . .... . . . .... .32 The Cavaliers, Rosemont, Illinois ..... . . . ... ....... . . .. . . .. ........... .. ... .. 34 Colts, Dubuque, Iowa .. . .. . . . . .. . .. . . ... . . ...... . . . .... . ......... .. ..... . . 36 Crossmen, Newark, Delaware . ...... .. . . . . .. .. ... . . . ...... . . ... . . ... .. .... . . 38 Glassmen, Toledo, Ohio . . .. . . . ..... . .. .. . .. . . .. . .. ... . . .. ....... . ... . . . . . .40 Kiwanis Kavaliers, Kitchener, Ontario .. ....... .. ........ . ... ... .. . .... . ... . . .42 Les Etoiles, Dorion, Quebec .................. . .... . ... .. ... ..... .. . . .. .. . .. 44 Madison Scouts, Madison, Wisconsin .. .. .. . . .. . .. . . . . .... . . .. . ....... . . . .. .. .46 Magic of Orlando, Orlando, Florida . . . .. .. . . .... .. . . . ... . ... . . . . .. .... .. .. . . .48 Mandarins, Sacramento, California .. . . .... .... .. .... ...... .. . .. . ..... . ..... . 50 Phantom Regiment, Rockford, Illinois . . ......... . . . . .. .. . ... .. .. .. . .. . ... .. .. . 52 Pioneer, Milwaukee, Wisconsin ...... .. . .. .... . .. . .... .. . .. .. . . .. .... .. .... .. 54 Santa Clara Vanguard, Santa Clara, California ... .. .... .. ... .... .. . .. ... .. . .. .. . 56 Southwind, Montgomery, Alabama .. . ..... . ..... . . .. ........ ... . .. . . .. .. . ... . 58 Spirit of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia . ... . ....... .. .... . . .... .. ...... . .... .. . ... 60 Troopers, Casper, Wyoming . . .. . .... . ... . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . .... . .. . .. . .. . . ... .. 62 DCI Summer Music Games . .. .. . ... . . . .. . . . . . . . .. ....... . . . .. ... . ... ..... .. 67 S.O.M.E. and DCI Individual and Ensemble ..... ... .. ... ... ... . . . . . ..... . . . . . . 68 1998 Summer Music Game Scores .. ... .... . . ... . . . . .. .. . . .. .. . .... . .. . .. . . ... 70 1998 DCI Championship Scores . . ..... . . .. .. ... . . . ...... .. .. . . . .. . .... . .... . 72 DCI On-Stage and Clinics . . .. . ... ... .. . . ... . .. . .. ...... . ... .. .. .......... . . 77 DCI Directors College . . . . .. . .. . ... ... .. . .. . . . .. .. ..... .. .. .. . . . .. . . . .. . ... 78 DCI Quarter-Finalists and Division Will Finalists . .. .. . . . . . . . .. .. . . .. .. .. . . . . . . 79 DCI Quarter-Finalists East Coast Jazz, Malden, Massachusetts . ... . .... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . ...... .. .. ...... 80 Patriots, Rochester, New York . . . . .... .. . .. .. . . . .. .. . .... . .. . . ....... .. . .. . .. 81 Spartans, Nashua , New Hampshire ... . . . . ...... . . . . .. . .... .. ..... ... .. ....... 82 DCI Division II Finalists Americanos, Menasha, Wisconsin ...... . ... . . .. ... .. .... . ....... .. . ... .... . .. 83 Blue Devil B, Concord, California . .. . ... ... .. ... ... . .. . . . . . . . . . . .... . . ... . . . 85 Blue Stars, La Crosse, Wisconsin .. . .. . . . . ........ . . . . . . . .. .. . . . ... . .. . .... . . 87 Tarheel Sun, Cary, North Carolina ... . .. ...... .. .... ... . .. . ..... .... .. ...... . 89 DCI Division Ill Finalists Les Senateurs, Joliette, Quebec .... ..... ... . . . ... . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . . ... . . . . . ... 91 Phantom Legion, Rockford, IL . . .. ... .. ..... .. ... .. . ... ...... .. ......... . . . . 93 St. John's, Brantford, Ontario ..... . .. ... . .. .. ..... . . . . . . .. ... . ... . . . . . . .. . . . 95 3rd Regiment, Saint-Eustache, Quebec .. . .. ........ . . .... . . . .. . .. ... ... .. . ... . 97 Other Junior Drum and Bugle Corps .. . . . . . . ... .. . . . ... .. .... . . ... . .. . . . .... . 99 DCI International Affiliates .... . .. ...... . ....... . . ... . . .... . . . .. .. ... .. .. . . 11 3 Former DCI Champions .. . . .. . ..... .. . . . ... . . . .. . .. . . . . . ...... .. . ... . . . .. . 117 Thank you's and Acknowledgements . . .. . ... .. . .... ... .. ... .. . .... .. ... ..... . 125

oft THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON Greetings to everyone gathered in Orlando for the Drum Corps International Championships. Musical performances celebrate the human spirit. Through long hours of practice and hard work, musicians learn the values of discipline and determination, earning the opportunity to display their unique talents. Music programs teach the important lesson that success achieved through teamwork is a rewarding and memorable experience. I salute the young competitors for their proven dedication to excellence and musicianship and the fans for their generous support. Best wishes to all for a memorable and exciting competition. t.<.. :. ~ ....... , -4.. -- 2



ord Greetings from the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort! On behalf of the 51,000 Cast Members who make magic for Guests every day, I am delighted to welcome you back to Central Florida for the 1998 Drum Corps International World Championships. If the past two years are any indication, our Walt Disney World Resort Guests and residents of this great community are in for a treat during the week of DCI World Championships. Disney has long been impressed by the music, creativity, showmanship, and pure spectacle that is drum & bugle corps. In fact, we share your passion for entertainment and pageantry with our very own Future Corps at Epcot®. As a musician, I personally recognize and applaud the devotion and commitment required of each performer. All participants are to be commended for their hard work in preparing for this prestigious competition. The energy and excitement that surrounds this program reflects not only the many hours of practice put forth, but also the dedication and sacrifices made by DCI members, directors, parents, and families. To all Drum Corps fans, welcome to Orlando. I know you will enjoy your stay during this exciting week. Enjoy the festivities! Judson Green President 4



of TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA 32399-«Kll Greetings: It is a pleasure to welcome you to the 1998 Drum Corps International Summer Music Games celebrating 26 years of service to the participating youth of the drum and bugle corps activity. All participants are to be commended for their hard work, discipline and training in preparing to compete in this prestigious event. We are pleased you have chosen Orlando as the site of this year's championship events. Every region of Florida promises special memories to you, our guest. The Sunshine State abounds in natural beauty and challenging outdoor activities. I invite you to experience the world-class theme parks, sports centers and other entertainment offered in Central Florida. The beauty of our beaches, the hospitality of our people and the unique culture of Florida is unsurpassed. We are pleased to have you as guests of the Sunshine State. My best wishes are sent for an exciting Drum Corps International World Championship event and a pleasant stay in Orlando. With kind regards, I am Sincerely, of Lawton Chiles Governor ®CITY OF ORLANDO OfFICE OF GLENDA E. HOOD MAYOR WELCOME! As Mayor of the beautiful City of Orlando, I would like to extend a personal welcome to the members of Drum Corps International. Orlando is proud to have been selected as host city for your 1998 Summer Music Games. For those who are first time visitors, you are soon to discover that Orlando's community is rich with opportunities for recreation, cultural entertainment, educational resources, and business enterprises. You will also discover what many others have already noticed - that is when it comes to service and hospitality, Orlando is second to none. Again, thank you for visiting our community. Orlando is dynamic, full of energy, and the heartbeat of Central Florida. I hope you enjoy learning about our city, meeting our people ... and plan on visiting us again soon! Sincerely, Glenda E. Hood Mayor Cm HALl • 400 SOUTH 0RM.,.GE AVEN\"UE • ORLANDO, flORIDA 32801-3302 PUONE407·246·1221 • FAX 407·246-2842 • HTTP://WWW.CI.ORLANDO.FLUS 6



ro h--.. .......... xecutive Greetings and welcome to Drum Corps International's 1998 Summer Music Games Tour. DCI is excited to once again be the proud presenters of the worlds finest marching music activity. As we prepare the world stage for thousands of youth to perform in some incredible outdoor venues, we recognize that no performance is complete without an audience. Without question, drum corps fans are the most enthusiastic fans in any performing arts activity. When you combine the enthusiasm of the fans with the intensity, passion and quality of performance of the youth participants you have EXCITEMENT! On behalf of DCI and its board of directors I would like to express how grateful we are to have the support of such avid fans and sponsors. Our association with the Pearl Corporation, WALT DISNEY Resorts Magic Music Days, Yamaha and IBM along with Friends of DCI, has made a huge difference in our ability as an organization to prepare for the next century. DCI's collective membership, is putting forth an unprecedented effort to stabilize their individual corps operations and re-establish their commitment to Drum Corps International as the drum corps activity's promoter and governing body. The support of fans and sponsors along with a renewed commitment from all participating corps makes it possible for me to state Drum Corps International PQ_ Box 54B that DCI will face any future challenges with absolute confidence as we 1263 S. Highland Ava. Lombard. IL 60148 begin to plan for a long life as the guardian of the drum corps activity. (630) 495-9866 As we sit side by side in the stands and witness drum corps at its fmest, Fax {630) 495-3792 I ask that we reflect on how truly blessed we are to live in a society that allows such pursuits. Drum corps in large part is about people coming together to be their best. That alone makes drum corps worth all that people invest into it. I look forward to sharing a successful 1998 drum corps season with all of you. Thank you for your part in making it possible for Drum Corps International to do what is necessary to ensure that all involved will have AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME! Daniel E. Acheson Executive Director, CEO 8

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0 atrtnan Welcome to the twenty-sixth season of Drum Corps International. In 1998, I am looking forward to another great year of incredible performances. The experience of performing as a part of the drum corps activity is incredible. Such an intense bonding of the performers creates an unprecedented level of achievement and allows these young people to exceed the level of performance they would otherwise attain as individuals. The additional fact of displaying their talents in front of thousands of enthusiastic fans makes this performance experience extraordinary. The drum corps experience is unique in the world. High achievement here takes an uncommon commitment and cannot be gained easily or quickly. The participants work to be their best, strive for perfection, dedicate themselves to a cause, and ultimately gain satisfaction through the achievement of excellence and the dignity of their efforts- regardless of the competitive outcome. Let us celebrate the accomplishments of these remarkable young men Drum Corps International P.O. Box 548 and women on the field, and admire their efforts. 1263 S. Highland Ave Lombard. IL 60148 . I would like to thank all the hard working people that make this activity (630) 495·9866 so special. Together, we must continue to appreciate everybody's efforts, Fax (630) 495·3792 embrace our diversity, recognize the great potential of this activity, and take on the challenges we face with a positive attitude. I extend my best wishes to all, and I hope everyone enjoys the 1998 edition of the DC! Summer Music Games. David Gibbs DC! Executive Board Chairman 10

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Young Family John and Laurie Gill ies Carole Rush* Joe and Cheryl Karrnos Ken Adams Allisohn Hughes Joel and Jari Gittle Paul J. Schneider Connie Kate Bob Alvarez* Karin James Gary Gold Jim and Sharon Schwabauer Gregory D. Keith Dana H. Anderson Sean and Natalie King s Albert Abram~ Davd and JoAnn Goss Michael Schwann Stanley and Barbara Landgraf Joseph Avella Koelz Family Robert Gottsacker David A. and Steven T. Seagle Gary and Michelle Landry Sandra Bertelle Edward and Karen Kothbauer James Ainey Jeff Grady Leo and Arlene Shatzel Dick Leathers Jim and Kathy Smith Mark D. Leidich Patricia A. and James 0. Snyder Jim and Reneee Lillibridge* Manuel and Jane Sotolongo John Lohr Paul Spencer* Timothy S. Long Robert S. Strine Joseph Lovenguth Richard H. Talbott Kevin Maben Dale Tennunde Hazel V. Mandia John T. Trambley Jim and Susan Massie Joe and Sherril Truscio Daniel McCarriar Paul VanHorn* Jim McGillicuddy Samuel S. Walker Jr. Greg and Jackie Melton James R. and Phyll is T. Whittenton Jim and Debbie Neidinger John H. and Rosemary Young Paul Nightingale Pres ervin the future Harry Yuen Joseph M. Ortiz Ronald Patten Nikolas & Judy Peacock Harrison Perry f drum corps. Femande and Robert T. Burgher George A. Perry John and Irene Chamberlain Benjamin and Angie Pflanz Craig Fick Jennifer E. Pressley Drum Corps International would like future of drum corps and the incredible Robert and Eleanor Fletcher Steve and Cindy Pugsley GeraJd and Mary Macha jewski Larry G. Ray to thank the members of Friends of impact that this activity has on the Michael and Nelda Novatnak: Michael and Penny Raymond Penelope Peterson Randy, Janet and Laura Rehmer DCI for their generous support. The participating youth of the SUMMER Gregory G. Sm ith Sharon K. Ritzmann contributions of Friends of DCI play an MUSIC GAMES. Contributions go Morgan and Patricia Smith Jerr Root* George Ross important role in the promotion and right to the bottom line, providing Sara and Robert Schlenker Troy Schmidt* growth of the drum and bugle corps opportunities for the musical and life- John S. and Phyllis Aldrich David and Kathleen Schuster Arthur J. and Diane E. Alt Arthur A. Sievers activity. By funding many programs enriching experience of competitive Joseph and Joan Ancona Jana Simpson like Volunteers of the Year Awards, drum and bugle corps. David and Martha Ayars Frank and June Stangler Dr. Max and Eva Bailey Dave Stinson Friends of DCI helps to ensure that our Benefits of membership may include Mark Ballard* C. Malcom & Patricia Sullivan Dan Barnett John H. 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Anyone who has volunteered for their favorite non-profit group, church or club knows the feeling that comes with ers of the Year giving time and effort to a worthy cause. It's hard to describe the feeling, but men Jean Earl St. John's Drum & Bugle Corps and women who spend their spare hours On the Board of Directors since 1974, Jean has held many positions in the St. helping their local drum corps are very John's organization. Whenever St. John's holds an event, corps banquet, bazaar, car familiar with it. It's the combination of wash or raffle, you can count on Jean Earl being there in a key position giving 100% joy, pain, sleepless nights, injuries and of her time, knowledge and expertise. Not only is Jean a Friend of St. John's, she and the exhilaration of a job well done. her husband are also Friends of DCI. Without her dedication and constant support St. Drum corps volunteers are not the John's would not be the successful organization that it is. type who devote an hour or two to the Kevin Smith Carolina Crown Drum & Bugle Corps corps. They are the ones who take their With a full-time \"real\" job, Kevin Smith is also the full-time director of the vacations to travel with the corps, sleep Carolina Crown and has steered the organization in meeting the challenges of an on gym floors, set up temporary expanding program. Giving up vacations, frequent flyer miles, 1000's of miles on his kitchens, sewing rooms and practice personal vehicles, uncounted dollars, and countless evening and weekend hours, facilities and serve as parents, mentors, Kevin does not seek out attention. He demonstrates his leadership in tasks from spiritual guides, cheerleaders and meeting with the instructional staff to unloading a truck. At Carolina Crown they friends to the corps members. And what often say \"we are among the best at getting the most out of the least.\" With respect to do they get in return? Friendship, fun Kevin Smith, we are getting much, much more than we could ever buy. and the \"feeling\" that accompanies their volunteer experience. Connie & Tony Bestreski Raiders Drum & Bugle Corps Each year since 1988, the Friends of Organizations, especially drum corps, are built of people like Tony & Connie DCI have saluted the volunteers by Bestreski. Mr. & Mrs. \"B\" have done everything and anything that the Raiders needed presenting Volunteer of the Year awards. done. In the beginning, when there was no one else, they did it all. As the organization At the Saturday night championship began to grow, they welcomed the newcomers and helped create a climate of competition, the Friends of DCI will openness, acceptance and fun. Cook, Event Coordinator, Chaperone, Board Member, once again honor those who, because of Fund-Raiser and Friend; they have done all of this and more with effectiveness and their volunteer commitment to e drum caring. More importantly, never once in the 7 years with the Raiders have they lost corps activity, will be happy for a sight of what was most important... the members. lifetime. eer They take their vacations to travel with the corps, ec o g floo s, a d e ' as t I5l •• G.~~~~rleaders ~~f .. !~~~,?s to t~ 2.X~!\"£~re~embers. Wayne Huntley, Quad City Knights Florence Fay, Phantom Regiment Joe DiMaggio, Delta Brigade Neltia Kettleson, Americanos Ed Fraser, Marauders Dorothy Johnson, Quad City Knights George Lucas, Garfield Cadets Barb Loeffelholz, Madison Scouts Sandy Poglitsh, Bluecoats Marian Newcomer, Blue Knights Pat Omilianowski, Madison Scouts Betty Short, Various NY c01ps Maye Dill, Black Gold 1 a Davila, Northern Aurora 1., Shirley Leslie, North wind Aunt Nellie DiDomenico, n agby, Marauders Harold MeJury, Genesee Quest Cadets of Bergen County Gene Emmer, Freelancers Ida Pituch, Glassmen Gene Herring, Quad City Knights Conrad & Dorothy Maryanski, Cavaliers Mike Pituch, Glassmen Maureen Fallon Repperet, Crossmen Traute Gilbert, Troopers J. C. Wells, Velvet Knights Yanny Newman, Spartans Kathy Hartig, Cavaliers Donald Vallimont, Lake Erie Regiment Paul DeLiberto, Cadets of Bergen County Jeannie Houck, Blue Devils 7 Denise Golden, Crossmen Betty Reirden, Crossmen Bo Fields, Illusion Neil & Iva Johnson, Bluecoats Sonja Williams, Blue Devils Bob \"Archie\" Irwin, Crossmen Anthony Smith, Boston Crusaders Becky Patterson, Delta Brigade The Staff of Jersey Surf Drum & Bugle Corps 13

The Drum Corps International Hall of Fame was formed in 1985 to individuals who have not only devoted their talents to the activity, but also growth and status of unequaled excellence. On Saturday, August 15, DCI will its highest honor - · ductio · to the DCI Hall of Fame - to three of the --..me most deserving members: Ch le Poole, Jr., Gerry Shellmer and Ernie u· nn·~---1 Charles Poole, Jr. Gerry Shellmer Ernie Zimny Charley Poole's 41 year drum corps Gerald Shellmer's career as a drum Ernie Zimny's participation in the career began in 1957 at the age of six. corps instructor spanned the years 1950 drum corps activity spans 67 years as a He rapidly developed a reputation as an to 1976. Although the majority of his performer, instructor, judge, contest individual snare drum competitor and contributions to the activity was crewmember and DCI office staff from 1966 through 1969 he was the introduced prior to the founding of DCI, member. After joining the Sinchex reigning Connecticut and Northeastern his tenure as an instructor did span the Booster drum and bugle corps in 1931, states individual champion. At sixteen early years of DCI. As a player, Gerry he later marched with the General Charley won the first of three national marched with Most Precious Blood George Bell SAL drum and bugle corps snare drum individual championships. Crusaders (later to become the Boston before being drafted to military service After, assuming staff positions with a Crusaders) and the Lt. Norman Prince in 1942. His musical talents recognized, variety of Boston based corps Charley Princemen of Boston during their he was asked to organize a full military became a part of the instructional staff of heyday. Gerry won the National drum corps in Temple, Texas and the 27th Lancers of Revere, MAin 1977. Championship as an individual snare continued to perform throughout his Together with visual genius George drummer and in fact retired the V.F.W. military enlistment. Zingali and brass veteran Jim Wedge, he National Sr. Title. Upon returning to Chicago, Ernie collaborated on a series of show designs Gerry introduced to marching joined the Commonwealth Edison drum recognized as some of the most exciting percussion tympani, horizontal keyboard and bugle corps in 1945 and later helped and entertaining in the history of DCI. instruments, mounted suspended and with the formation and instruction of the His percussion features were noted for ride cymbals, concert bass drums, Viscounts drum and bugle corps from their musical complexity, technical concert crash cymbals, crotales, the McHenry, IL. During this time he also display and visual intensity. timptom, multi-tenor drums and the became active in the illinois Drum and From 1980 through 1986 he was musically proper tasteful use of ethnic Bugle Corps Association as a member of unanimously elected to serve on the DCI and accessory percussion instruments. the contest crew and was recruited to the Task Force on Judging as the percussion At the same time, he changed the DCI contest crew. He continues to serve instructor representative, a testament to writing style of marching percussion by as a leader on this crew today. the respect that he earned among his introducing traditional musical idioms Ernie has also been involved with peers. In 1987 Charley consulted with to drum corps, thereby bringing the WGI since its inception in 1978. He has the Star of Indiana and Bluecoats in predominantly rudimental \"street beat\" witnessed a tremendous evolution within 1988. Currently, Charley is serving as type of drumming to a modem day the drum corps activity and has set an the DCI Atlantic Division percussion sound where tonality, phrasing and example of dedication and adaptability caption chairperson as an adjudicator. \"music\" are of prime importance. within this dynamic activity. 14

985 Jim Unrath Gene Monterastelli ,.., Donald lie Chicago, IL Casper, WY Deceased: February 25, 1987 Author of the original \"Blue Book\" instructor and management with Troopers, First DC/ judges administrator of drum corps rules. 1966-1975. DC/ judge, 1976-1997. George Bonfiglio Jerry Seawright Revere, MA Penns Valley, CA Charter member of DC/ Board of Directors. 90 Founder and director of the Blue Devils, Founder and director of the 27th Lancers. 1970-1984. Percussion caption head of the Jim Jones Scott Stewart DC/ Task Force on Judging. Deceased: June 8, 1994 Madison, WI Charter member of DC/ Board of Directors. Bobby Hoffmann Director of the Madison Scouts, 1977-1998. Founder and director of the Troopers for 30 years. Deceased: January 9, 1991 Visual designer and creator of the Dr. David Kampshroer Bridgmen's and Velvet Knight's images. a s Waukesha, WI D~ce~sed~ ~~ 1, 9'!_ 9 4 First executive director of western region for DC/. Aram Kazazian President of the Blue Stars from 1968-1980. Deceased: December 12, 1992 Drill designer for Phantom Regiment, 1975-1992. Initial and long-term timing and penalty judge Hugh Mahon for DC/ Championships in the 1970's and 1980's. William Howard Danville, KY Middleton, WI First executive director of eastern region for DC/. Pepe Notaro Charter member of the DC/ Board of Directors. Director and instructor of the Garfield Cadets, Deceased: September 17, 1989 Director of the Madison Scouts, 1968-1976. 1969-1972. A catalyst for DC/ Division lii corps in the 1980's. Jim Wren Don Warren Rockford, IL Chicago, IL Mary Pesceone Music arranger for Phantom Regiment, Charter member of DC/ Board of Directors. Villa Park, 1L 1968-1996. Founder and director of the Cavaliers. DC/ administrator. 1 s C ass Joseph Marrella ,... on esceo oman n e ki1991 Marlton,N ~ Villa Park, 1986 Milwaukee Percussion arranger and consultant. Second executive director of DC/, 1973-1994. Drum Corps Midwest executive director. Sandra Opie Gail Royer Joe Colla Great Bend, KS Deceased: June 17, 1993 Thiensville, WI Brass instructor for the Argonne Rebels, Charter member of DC/ Board of Directors. Judging and DC/ contest crew. 1959-1973. DC/ judge, 1973-1989. Founder and director of the Santa Clara Col. Truman Crawford Jim Ott Vanguard, 1967-1992. Stefford, VA Deceased: July 8, 1980 Brass arranger and instructor. Brass arranger for the Commodores, · Blue Devils and Spirit of Atlanta. Dennis DeLucia Little Silver, NJ Percussion arranger and instructor. s Wayne Downey ae ri 996 New York, Walnut Creek, CA Visual designer and consultant. Brass arranger for the Blue Devils, 1974-1998. Bernard Baggs Jack Meehan DC/ PBS braodcast commentator. Dumont, NJ Jim Prime, Jr. Martinez, CA DC/ judging and board advisor. Union,NJ Brass instructor. Brass arranger and instructor. Bob Briske Ralph Pace Chicago, IL Dave Richards Bethlehem, PA DC/ contest director, 1972-1994. Grafton, WI Visual instructor. Earl Joyce DC/ Judge. Burbank, IL Fred Sanford Father of modern judging. Influenced the Denver, CO organization and development of a standard Percussion arranger and instructor for the 0 and uniform system of judging. Santa Clara Vanguard, 1968-1980. Chicago, d 1997 George Zingali Brass arranger and instructor. DC/ Judge. Deceased: March 6, 1992 Visual designer for the 27th Lancers, Garfield George Hopkins Pete Emmons Cadets and Star of Indiana. Revolutionized Bergenfield, NJ Concord, CA show designs in the 1970's and 1980's. Director of the Cadets of Bergen County, Drill writer, Santa Clara Vanguard, 1968-1980. 1984-1998. ' Ken Kobold Michael Moxley Deceased: December 3, 1992 · e~ ~J.I!>~e () () 2 San Francisco, CA First DC/ recording engineer. Created Deceased: ~ 2 .!Y9V Director of the Blue Devils, 1984-1990, championship records during the 1970's Visual designer for the Cavaliers, 1989-1992. Visual Designer and Consultant. and 1980's. George Oliviero Rick Maass Everett, MA Deceased: December, 1988 Visual judge and instructor. DC/ judge and judge educator. First DC/ chief judge in 1972. Don Whiteley Atlanta, GA First DC/ public relations director. 15

Working for the growth, What Is Drum Corps International? Today, more than ever, Drum Corps International is an organization of well-being, recognition and people working for the collective community of the drum and bugle corps n activity. It is the catalyst and the vehicle which encourages virtually every corps drum and bugle corps activity. in the world to govern and develop their own well being. end, Drum Corps International hosts a Inspired by 13 original charter Director's College Seminar intended members in late 1971 , Drum Corps to establish lines of communication International was formed to \"organize throughout the drum and bugle corps and unify the leadership in drum corps.\" activity and to share experience and The directors of the world's top corps expertise on a variety of topics ranging wanted to open avenues for their units from budgeting to publicity, insurance to work together, not only for their to fund-raising, and from management common good, but for the betterment of philosophy to show sponsorship. the entire drum and bugle corps activity. In addition, DCI continually strives to True to its original purpose, DCI promote the general public awareness of has undertaken responsibilities beyond the activity. Through the development simply organizing and standardizing of the DCI Website on the world competitiOns. One of DCI's top wide web and by cultivating corporate priorities has always been to make the sponsorship, corporate partnerships, working conditions of the corps, and funding for the annual PBS including their management structure Broadcast, Drum Corps International and their finances such that the corps has gained wider exposure for can continue to thrive and exist. To this the activity and has established the SUMMER MUSIC GAMES as a worthwhile youth enrichment program. nternati performance opportunities throughout Such exposure has also generated new the world as well as increased the financial support of the drum and bugle corps activity in general. Over the years, Drum Corps International has had a significant impact on the marching music activity world-wide. With drum and bugle corps in nearly every country, each having been inspired to some degree by DCI, the activity is truly international. And, with few exceptions, virtually every marching band in North America has been fundamentally influenced by the participating corps of Drum Corps International. So, Drum Corps International is much more than the top twelve drum and bugle corps in the world. It is drum corps people working for the growth, well being, recognition and support of the entire drum and bugle corps activity. Drum Corps International is YOU. 16

DCI is a collective representing the drum corps actiVIty world-wide. Organized in 1972 by corps directors representing 13 individual drum and bugle corps, today the Board of Directors of Drum Corps International is comprised of corps directors representing the top 21 scoring drum and bugle corps at the DCI SUMMER MUSIC GAMES World Champion- ships each August and includes representatives from the Division II and Division III ranks of competition. Today nearly 500 active drum and bugle corps and virtually every marching band throughout the world looks toward Drum Corps International and the SUMMER MUSIC GAMES as DCI OFFICE STAFF: (clockwise from left) Connie Las, Accounting; Ernie Zimny, Shipping/ Inventory Control; Dan Acheson, Executive Director, CEO; Sue O'Brien, Executive Assistant, Office Manager; Kristy Holsl, Ticketing Manager; T om Eaton, Marketing/Promotions; Jean Carter, Travel Coordinator; Peggy Kosin, Special Events Coordinator; S e Kuehnhold, National Show Coordinator. Pictured throughout this publication you will find individual corps directors representing the top 21 scoring corps from last year's DCI SUMMER MUSIC GAMES World Championships. These directors, in addition to the representatives pictured here, make up the DCI Board of Directors who have committed countless hours of volunteer support for the advancement of the drum and bugle corps activity. Also contributing volunteer support for the success of the SUMMER MUSIC GAMES competitions are Dr. Len Kruszecki the Judges Administrator, Contest Director and Regional Representatives. Their dedication helps ensure a Executive Board positive experience for the youth participants and fans of DCI. Vice-Chairman Mark Stasa Michael Kehass Kim Wanamaker Dr. Bernard Baggs John Turner Executive Board Treasurer At-Large Director At-Large Director Executive Board Advisor Judges Administrator Roman Blenski Tom Hope Tony DiCarlo Dr. David Kampshroer Larry Aldrich Division 11/111 Coordinator Drum Corps West DCI Atlantic Contest Director Website Coordinator Drum Corps Midwest Regional Representative Regional Representative Regional Representative 17

There's probably as much debate over Sounds simple enough. the best corps as there are corps. And it's up to a panel of seven judges to not only Evaluate the performances choose a winner, but to put each of the units in their pro?er place and be ce~ain and rank the corps accordingly. there are the nght amount of pomts • • separatingthem. 0 The best team always WillS rtglit? Even the Drum Corps Intematwnal ' judge's manual notes that a judge's task ensure that corps' performances dictate takes the subjective case. placements at shows. \"The matter of judges and judging has But a look at the scoresheets reveals long been the most controversial and the importance of each minute element contentious aspect of the competitive of a performance, and the difficult chore drum and bugle corps activity. By its judges face each night. Three judges are very nature, any system that requires stationed near the field to examine judgment calls from one or more people, individual performers in brass, be it in a competitive arena, a legal ruling percussion and visual presentation while by a court, or a newspaper criticism of a four more judges - two for ensemble stage performance, disagreement with and two for general effect - are the outcome is inevitable.\" sequestered in the press box where they DCI judges use a criteria-referenced view each corps and assign a score. system that, in theory, means the score The General Effect music judge, a corps receives is based on its for example, examines the effect of performance in that caption on that night, design, repertoire, showmanship and preventing an individual judge from coordination. His counterpart judging deciding the outcome of a contest. Ensemble Music evaluates tone quality The three captions brass, and intonation, musicianship, and the individual performers on their level of percussion and visual - are evaluated balance and timing of the music excellence in tone quality, intonation, from three levels - field, ensemble and ensemble as a unit. Meanwhile, on the musicianship and playing technique. effect. The field, a brass judge is examining As corps assemble at the end of a performance to hear their scores, judges and instructors congregate in the back bleachers - explaining, arguing, and advising. Improving a corps' • Cljud performance is the goal, which directly benefits spectators through more polished products as the season progresses. Before the critique begins, instructors review cassette tapes made by each judge. They review the scoresheets Judge that include written comments and a Possible. t Administrative breakdown of each of the sub-captions. Po1n s Team Then they talk. Judging in the DCI arena is unique. Performance Brass 1 John Turner DCI judges are extremely close to the 1 Judge Administrator units they adjudicate. They sometimes Performance Percussion talk directly to the performers and try to George Oliviero Education Director help them understand what is being Performance Visual 1 O oints asked of them. Unlike athletic referees or Ed Argenziano umpires, unlike judges at the Olympics, Percussion Caption Chairperson General Effect Music 2 Q oints DCI judges are not isolated from the Donald Hill competitors they grade. This aspect 2 General Effect Visual Brass Caption Chairperson requires all DCI judges to examine, in a 1 Frank Morris most careful manner, the reasons for Ensemble Music Visual Caption Chairperson their participation in this activity. So, there you have it. Grab a pencil Mike Rubino Ensemble Visual 1 5 oints and judge a corps. You've got 100 points DCI Pacific Administrator to play with. Gary Markham Total Points Possible 10 oints Enjoy the show. DCI Atlantic Administrator 18

DCI SUMMER USIC GAMES WORLD CHAMP ONSHIPS CITRUS BOWL, ORLANDO, FLORIDA AUG ST I 0 -I 5, 1998 HAMPIONSHIPS SCHEDULE Monday & Tuesday, August I 0 & I I Division II & Ill Preliminaries & Finals Wednesday, August 12 Individual & Ensemble Competition EPCOT Performances Thursday, August 13 DCI Quarter-finals Friday, August 14 DCI Semi-finals Saturday, August IS DCI Finals The official news of Drum Corps International Join more than 80,000 educated drum corps fans who get their news from the source. From complete tour schedules of the DCI SUMMER MUSIC GAMES to official contest scores, DCI TODAY offers the latest news and educational ~~~·~\"- insight on your favorite musical sport. ___ .. ~ To order, please send your name, address, daytime phone number and payment information to: DCITODAY ONLY $12 PER YEAR! P.O. Box 548, Lombard, IL 60148-0548 (800)495-7469 FAX (630)495-3792 U.S. subscription to DCI Today Canada First Class • $14 per year Published three times a year. Check, Money order, VISA, MasterCard Overseas Air Mail • $18 per year or American Express accepted.



ure ames tour, northwest of where New Hampshire and but plan on returning to competition in Vermont meet Quebec, lies the French- the future. Drum Corps International speaking city of Sherbrooke, home to one respects this decision and looks forward of the most interesting stories in all of to their future participation in upcoming drum corps. Since its founding in 1982, DCI and Summer Music Games events. Academie Musicale has challenged the notion of what a drum corps can be and how it can contribute back to the community, while challenging its members to expand their horizons and expand their talent with new experiences. From time to time, and for a variety of reasons, drum and bugle corps occasionally choose to withdraw from competition in any given year. Academie • ca USl 21



1998 will see the Bluecoats expand on z their traditional treatment of Big Band through Jazz. The production utilizes the famous this classic melody. melodies of Richard Rodgers, George Then, inspired by the season of Gershwin and Johnny Mercer. Autumn, the Corps will present the return The Corps will open with an original of their trademark Autumn Leaves by composition featuring sounds and Joseph Kosma and Johnny Mercer. images imitating the haunting coldness of Influenced by the Bluecoats' 1987 Winter. Just as surely as Winter turns into production which helped launch the Spring, the production will blossom into Corps into their first DCI Top 12 World color with the opening fanfare based on finish, the production features the the big band standard Spring Can Really beautiful opening melody contrasting Hang You Up the Most by Tommy Wolf. with an up-tempo Latin treatment Continuing the up-beat, fresh feelings will featuring the trademark Bluecoats be an up-tempo version of Richard soprano line. Rodgers' It Might As Well Be Spring. This year The Four Seasons of Summer explores the hot and sultry Jazz is guaranteed to once again season with George Gershwin's motivate the now famous shouts of Summertime. African rhythms and exotic \"BLOOOOOOOOOOO!\" 23



t Though their stories are separated by four One Hand One Heart is a musical and hundred years, they are united in their visual juxtaposition of the classical and timeless tale of love and the impetuous, the contemporary styles. The men of idealistic passion of youth. The complete the guard portray the contemporary representations of universal emotions character of Tony, while the women and moods has made Shakespeare's play portray the classical Juliet. The story of a constant source of inspiration for both these two characters, divided by time, classical and contemporary composers. united by their timeless story, is told by Tchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet and the brass and percussion sections. Bernstein's West Side Story are parallel Constantly shifting back and forth from in their reflection of the passion, conflict, the classical and contemporary musical joy and tragedy of the lovers' tale. Romeo compositions, at times playing both is Tony, Juliet is Maria. simultaneously, the Blue Devil's are The fusion of Tchaikovsky's and excited to perform this unique program, one that is sure to become a classic. ev1 s Founded in 1957 25



works, the Blue Knights will explore New World Symphony has provided music written by the world's greatest many memorable melodies; none more composers. recognized than the haunting strains of The show opens with Dmitri the 2nd Movement, Largo, inspired by Shostakovich's Tenth Symphony written African-American spirituals during almost immediately after the death of Dvorak's brief stay in the United States. Soviet Premier Josef Stalin. The Beautiful ballads are a trademark of the symphony is a non-literal representation Blue Knights, and this year's promises to of the Stalin years. The 2nd Movement is awe audiences throughout the summer. a \"musical portrait\" of the soviet leader, The program concludes with music reflecting on his violence and ferocity. from the symphony's greatest champion The music of Russian composer Pyter and innovator, Ludwig von Beethoven. llych Tchaikovsky's 6th symphony, The exhilarating power and expressive- Pathetique, provides for 's symphonies provide programmatic mood change. Featuring powerful brass section complimented • Founded in 1958 27



movies of the golden age of theater, the and the interplay of the wind players in Crusaders will present a non-literal this fast-moving selection. presentation featuring selections from After any storm comes the calm, thus Seahawk and Captain from Castille, two some borrowed material from I of the great action films from the 50's. Remember from The Wind and the Lion Off the line the Crusaders establish the by Jerry Goldsmith gives the brass a mood of the time with a magisterial chance to let the euphoric waves of treatment of the main theme from Erik sound carry you far away to a peaceful Wolfgang Korngold's Seahawk. Complete evening on the Atlantic. with backfield brass work and an ending And finally, Alfred Newman's Captain certain to bring back memories of the from Castille. All sections of the Corps glory days of the Crusaders, this piece are given opportunities to shine as we allows the Corps to make clear the intent wind towards the grand finale. Of course of this effect-laden production. Conquest, part of the original score from With the help of the percussion line, Captain from Castille, completes our sea painting. The bugle calls will signal the rusa ers founded in l940 29



0 e perCUSSIOn world's most intriguing natural wonders. displays of equipment and body, all come Named Stonehenge this rock formation together for this treatment of Stonehenge has yet to be adequately explained by by Jan van der Roost of the Netherlands. scholars from around the world. Most Beginning with a haunting and see the configuration as some sort of sometimes incensed opening, then an early timepiece, but at a time when tools up-tempo production, a ravishing ballad, were scarce and scientific knowledge and through the broad and majestic was in its infancy, how the stones were conclusion, the Cadets bring to the field actually placed is unknown. Stonehenge the mystery of yesterday through the still stands today, shrouded in a mystery musical arrangements of today. With that survives 5000 years following its references to the time and the story, the construction. Cadets strive to bring to you the After a 1997 season playing the music excitement and thrills that can be found of British Brass Bands, the Cadets return only with brass and percussion. in the same style for the 1998 tour. Enjoy the exploration of a legend with Virtuoso brass features, fascinating the 1998 version of the Cadets. Founded in 1934 31



usic of line is explosive in this final presentation, Alfred Reed opens with the haunting with cournress featured sections by the strains of Russian Christmas Music. The bras and guard. mood is set by the guard and brass line Just as the musical form is one of as they move to the powerful lines of variations, we recognize that in any life, Russian Christmas ... from the fast and there are many hills and valleys. We move effectual to the broad and majestic, this through the moods and dispositions all tune has been a classic piece in drum the while searching for success and corps literature. happiness. Hope is the key, and in our In Armenian Dances, the critical role of final statement, the clear and present the keyboards is communicated by the optimism of youth is expressed through melodic line as well as the interplay some of the most imposing and stately between brass and percussion. arrangements of our time. Real heroes Praise Jerusalem is composed as a are among us in every day life, and here, theme and variations. Listen to Crown as we experience the resolve of the common they move through variations of some man while we cheer for simply a material. The percussion wonderful drum and bugle corps. aro Ina rownFoundedin 1990 33



Scoutmaster Don Warren founded The beauty of being amidst the peaks, ending Cavaliers as Boy Scout Troop #111 fifty with an accelerating thrill ride, coasting years ago and since then has remained down the other side. the only president the \"Green Machine\" The next two works are from Phillip has ever known. Over that time, the Sparke's Dance Movements. Motto Vivo Corps has established many proud - For the Winds is a light-hearted, traditions based in the past, while playful romp of joviality with an odd- becoming a force of innovation looking metered Celtic feel. Lento - for the to the future. To that end, The Cavaliers Brass fills the stadium with stately presents Traditions for a New Era, bravado that is magnificently grandiose. expanding artistic boundaries and forging Hinted at are The Cavaliers of the new traditions for the next fifty years. future in William Balcom's explosive Jay Kennedy's The Path Between the Machine, a vigorously rhythmic selection Mountains was inspired by a drive out full of fiery angular percussion and west. One can sense the range rising dissonant grinding brass. The piece slowly over the horizon, then appearing propels itself towards the finale at close-up in the glory of a majestic supersonic speed, blasting through the wall that separates the Corps' half centuries. ava 1ers ~ounded in 194X 35



In the s' rit of past Colts shows, this can, the Colts bring it home with some of year's centers on appealing to the fans in the wildest, angriest brass licks around, the stands while challenging the inspired by electric bass master Jaco performers musically, physically and Pastorius. emotionally. From the frenzied peaks to the Don't be fooled by the title of the moments that make you hold your opener Crown Him With Many Crowns, as breath enters the emotional power of the this well-known hymn has been updated ballad Morning by Vox One. Haunting by the contemporary a cappella group backfield brass passages will take you Glad. Add a dazzling drill and fiery guard into Vox Finale, created by Colts' own work and you've got in store some of the arrangers, Chuck Nattier and Jerry most impactual moments of the summer! Carpenter, with one thought in mind - Searching tor Reza will show off leaving the crowd breathless! solo soprano talents, hand-drumming Inspired by the beauty, energy and percussion and beautiful color guard power of the a cappella style, the Colts moments. The piece will take a hard left will light up the stands, leave crowds turn to the high-energy variations of whistling infectious melodies and bring Wayne Shorter's Footprints. Showing off the excitement of good old-fashioned the percu rum corps ns across the country! 37



The music of the great Jazz composer explore the sensitive and flowing\"lines of Pat Metheny serves as a base for this this most sensual composition. The it special excursion through the moods and contrast i colors of a compendium of styles and emotions. Pat has contributed source integration of the \"pit\" is quite intriguing. material for the Crossmen in the past, In this selection there is a clear portrayal and his compositions have been a of the sensation often experienced in an favorite for drum corps fans for many open arena. years. Wonderful melodies, complex and Anyone who knows Metheny knows simply outrageous percussion, and some First Circle, and the Crossmen finish off innovative scoring all characterize the this year's production with an extended work of one of our time's great artists. interpretation of this jazz classic. Feel the Opening with the raw and urban rhythm, feel the build, feel the emotions sounds of Third Wind allows the build from beginning to end. Again, some Crossmen to set a mood, explore a wide great keyboard moments are intertwined range of design in percussion, and with some big band brass interpretations, display wonderful full corps effects. and the ever-fabulous guard takes Letter from Home allows the brass, matters into their hands as the Crossmen complete this season's celebration in jazz. ross Founded in 197 4 39



The colorfully exotic music of Alexander its Russian palette, the Corps paints a Borodin has proved to be some of the portrait of Prince Igor with the powerful most compelling literature for concert opera overture of 1887. In striking and opera stages throughout the world. contrast, the haunting Notturno from the In 1998, the Glassmen explore his String Quartet No. 2 in D major is the Asian rhythms and rich instrumental essence of evening coolness and star- hues in Dreams of Gold: The Music filled nights of longing. Its memorable of Alexander Borodin. The popularity melody became music for the cinema of his memorable melodies has when Wright and Forrest wrote And this led to adaptations for Broadway and is My Beloved in 1954. Shattering this Hollywood, inspiring the scores for reverie is the energetic, unpredictable Kismet and Timbuktu. Finale drawn from the Polovtsian Dances The Glassmen begin their production and the Symphony No. 2 in 8 minor with the Introduction based on In the which create a festival caravan of intrigue Steppes of Central Asia, establishing the and excitement. Using the hammered provocative textures and cross-cutting gold and brass of an oriental bazaar, the themes which dominate Borodin's most Corps visually reflects the bold, original famous works. Adding Mongol colors to inspiration for Borodin's masterworks. ass en ndc l in I ~61 41



n, tAm~ri ~ mos . D painters This was • • continue our tribute to musicals. Afte1 the 1996 crowd pleasing production of Leonard Bernstein's West Side Story The Kavaliers capture all elements in and their 1997 success with Andrew this musical and feature a much stronger Lloyd Weber's Evita, the Kavaliers bring coordinated production than in years past. to you another Award winning musical Much of the organizations focus this with George Gershwin's 1951 An year has been on creating a larger, more American in Paris. This musical has versatile color guard, a winter percussion obvious appeal and provides an program to prepare effectively for early opportunity to feature a wide variety of season performances, and a larger more musical idioms and visual images. proficient brass ensemble. This year the corps will present the The Kavaliers will continue to strive for spectacular Ballet Finale also known excellence in this year's production as the Dream Sequence. The Dream with crowd appeal and the participants conjures images of Post-WWII Paris as enjoyment in performing as the ultimate goal. • lWalllS _____ a v a 1 ers Founded in 1971 43



'Etoiles changed from a trumpet corps to Finals in Buffalo, NY and moved into a a drum & bugle corps and competed in Quarterfinals position placing 23rd. Quebec in the FAMQ circuit. In 1981 , the 1996 would be Les 'Etoiles best year Corps participated for their first DCI ever, winning the Division II title at the World Championships in Montreal, DCI World Championships. Les 'Etoiles finishing 5th in Class A. The next year, continued competing in the 1996 DCI Les 'Etoiles placed 2nd in Class A. In World Quarter and Semi Finals placing 1983, the Corps lost most of its older 15th, thus establishing an unsurpassed members after deciding not to attend the record for a Division II placement. In DCI World Championships in Miami, FL, 1997, Les 'Etoiles competed in Division I, and began a rebuilding program. In 1994, achieving BCI Membership for the Les 'Etoiles returned to international • 01 es Founded in 1960 45



' • successful drum corps in the history of mood setting warm-up, the opener is a the activity, placing in every DCI World fast-paced, straight-ahead modern big Finals since 1973. Throughout the years band number called Lupon, which is the Madison Scouts have combined an based on the theme music from a popular exciting educational and developmental Japanese cartoon. The next piece, approach designed to give each member Swingin' Pete... Sweet, is a Madison the opportunity to achieve personal and original that blends classical and jazz performance excellence while sharing a stylings and is a take-off on Peer Gynt unique fraternal experience. The Corps Suite #1 by Edvard Grieg. The closing has also established an admirable number Remembrance, is a jazz-rock tradition of consistently presenting fusion powerhouse by Paul Hart. Each of innovative, challenging and exciting these three numbers will be interpreted by programs designed to communicate with a different look in the guard, a different e configuration of the drum line, and a C 0 U tSFounded in 1938 47