New Zealand Girl Reacts to 2004 CAVALIERS DRUM CORPS 007 PERFORMANCE!! 

As someone who marched Cavaliers, seeing these kind of reactions from people outside the community are absolutely amazing

we gotta start a fund or something to get her to attend DCI world championships in Indianapolis 2021...

Yay! I performed in that show, thank you for reacting to it!

Cavies run from 2000-2006 was just epic. If you thought this was visually stunning, check out 2002 Frameworks.

This was like the Cavis in their prime as far as the drill moves. Razor sharp.

Making circles is so hard lmao, that’s not sarcastic either

Man, I forgot how cool that "007" moment was on first viewing. This is the best part of her reaction vids -- remembering what it's like to watch drum corps for the first time.

I would absolutely love to see her reaction to Frameworks

CAROLINA CROWN 2013 E=MC2 Only show to ever get a perfect brass score on finals night

Michael Gaines is the GOAT

Please react to Carolina Crown drops the hammer, you 100% won't regret it and it's very short.

Girl it takes so much conditioning and rehearsal to sound great playing and marching at the same time. They literally whoop our asses putting these shows together. Drill and music literally sets the mood for those goosebumps moments.

Please keep watching drum core performances!!

Arguably one of the best Cavaliers shows of all time. In my opinion, their 2002 show is better, as it is tied 2nd all time for highest overall score. It also has ridiculously great drill and music. Making it one of my favorites!

As a drill designer, Michael Gaines has been a bit of a hero to me for the last 20 years. While I do like the more theatrical/Broadway parts of modern drum corps, I do wish it was better balanced with some good ol' music and drill. Hopefully I'll be able to bring about that change someday. :D

She need to watch every early 2000s Cavies Show.. I'm still floored everytime i watch there shows.

the "007" move was indeed genius, or at least more thoroughly thought out than when you see a college marching band do those kinds of gimmick moves. In this case you absolutely did not see it coming until just a few counts before the set resolved. That's called effect, kids.

Oh yeah, cavaliers back when they dominated. Can’t beat that gaines drill. Always been a fanboy of them boys

Loving the drum corps videos!!!!!!!

I define the Cavaliers as the masters of Drill.

2018 SCV

I used to do Drum Corps in the UK in the 80's and 90's, it was no where near this level but was a great activity to grow up in, I have life long friends from this activity. We watched the DCI videos as we were growing up and the likes of Blue Devils, Santa Clara Vanguard, Cavaliers, Cadets, Bluecoats, Velvet Knights, Freelancers, Star Of Indiana, Spirit Of Atlanta, Crossmen, Phantom Regiment and many many more were our heroes...... I went to watch DCI in 1990, 1992, 1996 and 2011..... I hope to visit again, maybe even this year. A lot has changed over the years, for me the 80's and 90's are my favourite decades of DCI, not taking anything away from the current stuff because it's still amazing. If I was going to try and explain to someone who'd never seen Drum Corps what Drum Corps was, Cavaliers 2004 would be one of the shows I'd show them....... I think they couldn't fail to be impressed by it. great vids, it's great to see someone react to this fantastic activity in the way you do. Please try and watch....... and this is definitely an 80's and 90's vibe!..... Blue Devils 1988, 1989, 1994, Cadets 1989, 1990, 1992, Velvet Knights 1989, Santa Clara Vanguard 1989, 1990, 1992, and if you like crazy drill! Star Of Indiana 1990, 1991, 1992.......... these are just a few of my faves..... check them out. Keep the vids coming.... they're great.

Welcome to mid 2000's Michael Gaines drill Courtney. The man is an absolute animal. The athleticism of the mid 2000's Cavaliers teams played right into his capable hands. Glad you enjoyed it.

This video reminds me of the marching band competitions I went to when I was in high school (I wasn't allowed to join because of the cost but I watched my friends perform) The only thing I can tell you is they Practice A LOT. My friends would practice, no joke, half their summer vacation just to get the band moving together and their first competition I believe was around Sep and goes till I believe Nov unless the football team makes it to playoffs. just to put the amount of work in perspective I looked up my old high school's band page for last year (mind you this is a Public high school that when I was there was a 3A size but might be bigger or smaller now) When I was there this band was placing high in all competitions they participated in but didn't do any really big time comps like this drum corp. July 22-25 (M-Th) Percussion/Color Guard Camp (8am-4:30pm) July 29-Aug. 2 (M-F) Band Camp (All Marching Band Members - 8am-5pm) Aug. 5-8 (M-Th) Band Camp (All Marching Band Members - 8am-8:30pm) Aug. 9 (Fri.) Band Camp (All Marching Band Members - 8am-6pm) Aug. 9 (Fri.) Preview Show for Family and Friends - 7:00pm Aug. 12 (Mon.) Evening Rehearsal 5:30-9:00pm Aug. 14 (Wed.) Evening Rehearsal 5:30-9:00pm Aug. 19 (Mon.) Evening Rehearsal 5:30-9:00pm Aug. 21 (Wed.) Evening Rehearsal 5:30-9:00pm ^All of this before school even started

THIS is the kind of show that I fell in love with from the drum corps. No props needed, just great musicianship, great imagination in movement/transitions/shapes. The Cavs aren't my fave, but I've always had massive respect for em. My roots go back to Wisconsin...the Scouts are where my heart's at. Great show here without a doubt, though.

You like clean drill, cool moves, and interesting drill transitions???... 2000s Cavaliers is the corps for you.

As a Cavalier FFM in the 2 valve bugle days I love hearing the lead trumpet section, you know especially without the synth overlay that’s constant these days. Really get a more sense of the ability of the players on the field. Love seeing reaction from people not familiar with the activity. Thanks Courtney.

Great to see you react to these corps shows. The 2004 Cavaliers is a classic example of a show more driven by amazing visual drill moves, guard integration, and some fantastic music in brass and percussion. Some of the shows you are seeing in the current era of DCI (2010-2019) are a bit more Broadway like in terms of props, staging, acting, story, body movement, etc. And those shows are fantastic. But that Cavaliers show is a good example of the best from the first decade of the 2000s. If you are interested in some 1990s drum corps, or even 1980s drum corps, just to get an idea of how the activity has grown and what some of the traditions are then I would suggest checking out Madison Scouts 1995, 97, or 99. They were certainly one of the more entertaining units from the 80s and 90s. Also maybe check out Star of Indiana 1991 or 93 (very abstract, modern, contemporary) and The Cadets 92 or 95. From the 1980s I would suggest Garfield Cadets 1984 or Santa Clara Vanguard 1988 or 89 (Phantom of the Opera). The SCV shows from 86-89 began to do more with story, props, staging, and while not to the level we see today you will get an idea of where the activity came from. If you want to hear a near perfect brass line with perfect soloists and just straight up great music and marching (even if it is considered a bit old school today) listen to Blue Devils 1982 or 86. I am glad you have had a chance to listen and view the 2010s because the activity has come a long way and it is more Broadway like these days. Of course, video really does not do these shows justice and you have to see these live. Hopefully in 2021 we can get you to attend DCI Championships in Indianapolis, IN. Whatever you choose to watch is totally up to you. Just enjoy it, and thanks for posting some of your thoughts. :)

SPLOOIEEEEEEEE!! I’m so happy you watched this

My brother in law and his twin brother were in the Cavaliers. My brother in law on drums, his brother on horn.

Probably your best reaction video to date! I love how you gasp with anticipation and excitement. Happy you have seen how amazing some of these drum corps performances are. College bands along with drum corps in general have immense followings from the student body. Especially during football and basketball seasons!

Thank you Courtney! Finally, someone who gets the hard work that's involved in creating a show. That year was my age out year and I will never forget my family at SCV or with FEVER having such an EPIC season. Thank you all who bring such joy to spectators such as Courtney. Courtney, you gotta see in person what it's all about. You'll be blown away by all the talent from around the world.

YES!!!! THE CAVALIERS!!!!!

Lots of practice, hard work, and determination. Anyone can do anything. Michael Gaines was the drill writer for my senior year high school marching band and I gotta say his drill design is fire!!!! 🔥🔥🔥

Fun fact, as they move around, typically the section/instrument section that has the melody or is to be featured in that moment, will be moving to the front adn when their times has passed, they'll move on. So part of the marching is not only to be visually appealing but as you can hear, the music changes instruments and who is playing, so it's constantly moving to move the music being played closer to the audience. A GREAT example of this, is when the drums come close, they're featured, and when they move away they fade into the background.

Btw, the running an playing part, yeah it's not easy to do at first. It's all about isolating your upper body from the lower. I.e. keeping it from moving while jazz running the bottom half. Oh also, cavaliers never look at other players while they move. They do something called dot marching, so they know hey I need to be 2 steps inside the 35, 11.5 steps in front of the front hash side 2. And they go straight there. So it's about memorizing all 200-250 dots per show, all the music, isolating your upper body to be able to play at the same time, etc... Yeah so much work and so much muscle memory.

Thank you, Courtney! Glad you enjoyed the show. Your reaction at 7:00 was awesome, that was my good buddy Mike McHugh and I setting the stage for ‘Cuba’ on the high trumpet shakes! What a show!

Moving that fast and playing requires you to flex you core so that you can separate your lower and upper body, that way you can control the mouthpiece on your mouth and your legs. Do it for a whole summer, a lot of people get incredible abs from it

007 and the mid-2000s Cavaliers were clearly made for each other. The guard often did a Bond show for WGI and to see it expanded to the full field corps did not disappoint.

Please react to Santa Clara Vanguard 2018. The narrative the show writes and the music are amazing. Easily my top 10

You should react to WGI if you can! WGI is a whole other world! I recommend Mechanicsburg 2014 or Pride of Cincinnati 2019

i think it would be interesting if you were to watch rehearsal footage, and get a bit of insight into how these shows come together

Your reaction to the 007 drill was perfect. I marched Cavaliers over 30 years ago, and this is one of my very favorite shows. And that is one of my favorite moments in all of drum corps.

Thanks for watching the Cavaliers! We truly are happy that you got such great reactions from the show! SPLOOIE!

Cavalier's drill is always just stunning. Powerful bombastic drumline, and fast stunningly crisp drill.

As a FMM of the Cavaliers, I thank you for watching these videos. IMHO, if you want real crazy drill, I'm partial to 2003's Spin Cycle. Check it out if you get a chance!!

2002 and 2006 Cavaliers had amazing drills and imho better than 2004. If interested, the 2002 show is called "Frameworks" and the 2006 show is "Machine".

The guy who wrote that drill also wrote the drill you saw in the Santa Clara Vanguard “Babylon” (2018) show you watched. He’s a legendary drill writer! His name is Michael Gaines. It’s cool to see your exposure to this activity!!!

I was actually at this show and had seats right next to the camera used for the "overhead" shots (the shots where you can see the whole show on the field). Couldn't have had better seats and The Cavaliers nailed their performance!

Keep doing the DCI content!! My recommendation to watch would be 2013 Carolina Crown e=mc2. Probably the greatest brass section in the history of DCI!

I was in Drum Corps from 76-82. I marched in four corps and I am a Montreal Finalist. This in my opinion the best Drum Corps show ever. I am of course biased, as I am huge James Bond fan, and this finals was played in my home town.

Easily my fav DCI show of all time. The book that year was JAMMIN!

Please check out 1989 santa clara vanguard!

I’m glad the Denver altitude didn’t seem to affect the shows all that much that year. Such a great year with many awesome shows, including arguably Phantom’s most underrated show.

Every single corp in DCI is literally its own hive mind. You just have to be that way in order to make a show like that come together! It is THE pinnacle of teamwork in my opinion. Seeing the result of a hundred and fifty or more highly talented musicians all working at such a high level every day to be their best together just makes me proud to be a human being.

Sad that the DCI season this year is cancelled (i believe). Also, these kids (i believe 16-20 or 21) have to audition to get in these corps, and also pay a substantial amount to be in it as well.

If you really want to see what it’s like to perform one of these shows, I HIGHLY recommend “Bluecoats 2016 Trumpet Soloist Supercam - Ben Gunnarson.” It’s GoPro video that switches between the week before finals competition to their victory run after they won the championship.

Fantastic! Nice job Courtney, great submission, Stefanie!

2018 Scv!?

I love the Bond films. When my Dad showed em to me in middle school, I was immediately obsessed. I had the entire collection on VHS. My favorite Bond was Roger Moore. His played more calculated, always had a plan, was more smooth. As for the films...The Spy Who Loved Me (the submarines 😎), Moonraker, For Your Eyes Only, A View To A Kill, and Goldeneye were the ones I watched the most. I watched the entire collection but those were the ones I’d watch the most. They were my favorite.

2000 Cadets! Multicam. Awesome drill sets, push-pull amoeba / geometric clean spacing/intervals. Show & tell!

Please please please react to Santa Clara vanguard 2018

Your videos are so enjoyable to watch, especially these ones🥰 I’m in high school marching band and I love going to watch drum core in person. If you are ever in America you should definitely watch one! Well that is if it is dci season ofc!

Girlie Gets SSSSSO Excited. She's FUN to Watch Enjoying DCI's Version of Entertainment. GOOD Job w/Your 'Commentary'!!!!

2006 cavaliers drum corps MACHINE

The people who have been involved with DCI and marching really like watching your videos. I implore you to one day GO to one of these competitions/performances. You think you’re blown away by a RU-vid video. Wait until you see it LIVE. The intensity and volume will leave you a change person.

Stephanie knows what shes talking about 👏👏👏

As a band member you're placed on a yard line and a hash mark on that yard line and where you're supposed to stand in reference to it. Then you know how many beats/measures you have until the next place you're supposed to be. Based on the design being depicted that often means waiting until the last second and then hightailing it, although sometimes its a subtle shift

my band director marched in this show and it’s so awesome to talk to him about it hahah

If you liked this for the drill (the movements on the field) you should look up the 2006 Cavaliers show "Machine". As a high school marching band member in 2006 I lost my mind when I saw that show live, it is so impressive what Michael Gaines can do with his drill

Brave New World 2011 Bluecoats is also an absolute amazing show. The opener gives me chills every time I hear it.

This is when cavis were cavis! This was my first DCI show I went too. And I never forgot this

Thank you, Courtney. Cavaliers alumnus here...

if you want some awesome movement show, i prefer you Cadet 2011 : Between Angel and Demon

When they had finals I'm my hometown Denver, Colorado. Love it!!!

When this chaos is done, you should come to US and watch DCI in person! It's incredible!!!

Can someone whos not broke plz recommend one of the following DCI shows: BlueDevils 2019(1st place)- "Ghostlight" BlueCoats 2019- "The Bluecoats" Santa Clara Vanguard 2019- "Vox Eversio" (trumpet solo dude hit E 15va( 2 octaves above staff)) BlueCoats 2018- "Session 44" BlueDevils 2018- "Dreams and Nighthawks" Carolina Crown 2017- "It Is" Carolina Crown 2016- "Relentless"(full final run on dailymotion) BlueDevils 2016- "As Dreams are made on" BlueCoats 2016(1st place)- "Downside Up" The Academy 2016- "Drum Corpse Bride" BlueCoats 2015- "Kinetic Noise" Carolina Crown 2015- "Inferno" BlueDevils 2015(1st place)- "Ink BlueDevils 2014(1st place)(DCI Record highest score OAT)- "Felliniesque" Carolina Crown 2013(1st place)- "E=MC^2" BlueDevils 2012(1st place)- "Cabaret Voltaire" The Cadets 2011(1st place)- "Between Angels and Demons" BlueDevils 2010(1st place)- "Through A Glass Darkly"

We need to get her the 2006 show. That show was AMAZING!

Hearing you say you are a James Bond fan made my respect level for you raise by about 10,000%. I am a HUGE James Bond fan, both the movies and the soundtrack albums. The Bond movies have had some of the best movie music ever recorded. I have all the movies on DVD and all the soundtracks downloaded (as well as LPs and CDs). I was challenging myself to figure out which movies the music they were playing in this performance were from. I'm kinda sad knowing the next movie is gonna be the last to feature the Bond character, with the new female 007 being introduced and taking over the job from Bond...James Bond (sorry, couldn't resist). I wonder if she also likes her martinis shaken, not stirred!

Her reaction to the "007"

This show is amazing but I hope others have already suggested Blue Devils from 2004 “Summer Train Blues Mix”. I think you would be so surprised and amazed. A very unique and incredible performance. Please react!!

I was at this show and bought my tickets through the Cavies. I was not sure who to watch - the guys or their parents! What great parents who loved their boys and what a fun night! 007 move was amazing!

2005 the Cadets 'The Zone'! When I saw this in high school I had to join the marching band lol

Watch Star of Indiana 91 and 93 to see how the dancing aspect of drum corps got started

Thanks for sharing this, if you want to look into what goes into making these performances, there are lots of videos on RU-vid, especially now with everyone taking GoPro's to camps. Just search for a day in the life of Drum Corps and enjoy.

Glad to see you sharing these. Spirit of Atlanta 1987 here. I would love you to take a look. By the way, my best friend lives in Wellington.

the cadets 2011 is a cool show to watch mostly visually

Oh hey I recommended this one as well.

I remember seeing this show live, what a powerhouse of a corps they where in the 2000’s

the lead band director at my school marched cavies this year

You should watch 2006 Cavaloers Machine, Cavaliers 2002 Frameworks, and 1989 Santa Clara Vanguard Phantom of the Opera. Simply, amazing shows!

I was sitting in the crowd on Finals night. Huge stadium.

good memories, i was at this show.

Honestly, I'm kinda bummed someone picked 2004 for your first reaction to Cavies. When it comes to early 2000's, they were on fire. But 2002 Frameworks, 2006 Machine (would have been my choice), 2001 Four Corners, 2003 Spin Cycle or even 2000 Niagara Falls would have been better introductions.

I marched in the early 2000's, so I'm super biased towards this style. I was told by one of the 2000 Cavies drum majors that a big part of the reason they were so smooth in their marching was they laid out about twice as many forms as the rest of us did at that time, so they had much shorter transitions. Obviously they were also just damn amazing at it.

Watch some "Velvet Knights' from the late 80's, Early 90's, they were known as the 'Clown Princes' of the activity, super entertaining. 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992 are particular favourites of mine 👍

Old school cavaliers drill.. 2000 ta 2004 was a clinic on how to do drill

Have got...GOT...to get some 2002 Cavilers in there. Where is there a high quality version of Frameworks?

The reason I became a DCI fan because of when I was a kid I watched "The Cavaliers 2006" now please make reactions to it.

How do they do it? Very simple, a ton of practice and dedication. Glad you are enjoying the DCI shows. Check out Santa Clara Vanguard 2018. Michael Gaines also wrote their drill.