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On another thread, alumnus Bob Shreffler added an interesting insight...
I think I've figured out a better description for where drum corps has gone. What we called 'drum corps' became (in the late 80's and 90's) something that was still 'drum corps', but it wasn't always entertaining. Now, it is entertaining again, but not necessarily 'drum corps' by our definition (with the electronics, pit, etc.). But after seeing a show in Orlando this summer, I can finally speak with some recent experience that it is entertaining, and the kids work hard like we did - it's just different.
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Well, I have to agree .. it is WAY different. And, to me, it sure isn't drum corps. Maybe, to some people, it is entertaining. But, as for me, I can leave it with no regrets. 
And, as the number of corps continues to decline .. it may be over soon. Turn off the lights. 
