Santa Clara Vanguard 2021 - "Wait For Me" 

Imagine hearing this in a forest randomly while on a walk

This is hitting me right in the feels about now. Rest in Peace Vanguard 2023, hope to see you again. ❤

This was beautiful. From the first notes you could tell this was a conversation not only between performers but the activity as a whole. Great concept that beautifully executed.

Phenomenal sound mixing. Every DCI show should be recorded like this at least once.

We will wait for you Vanguard!

That drumline never disappoints

A well-placed callback to this during 2022's production could be a lovely little easter egg. This absolutely must become part of SCV lore!

I know this year isn't about comparing groups, but I can't help but notice how much more tasteful and well-realized this is compared to Blue Devil's production. You can see, hear, and feel the difference - A perfect blend of modern and traditional drum corps. Bless all the performers this year, but something about BD's production seemed out of touch. (This is coming from someone who marched Blue Devils for years as well as Vanguard Winter Percussion when it was around, and has nothing but love for all my bay area corps!)

Real talk there could be something to this. I feel like live performances are going to stick around. But what if groups started having virtual ensembles made up of age outs?

Just beautiful composition and execution. I absolutely loved this performance. Anaheim Kingsmen member (77, 78, 07). I so remember my rookie year (77) seeing and hearing SCV for the first time and I knew instantly this was a special corps. Loved them ever since. Keep up the great work and tradition of a world class organization.

I am of 60's drum corps heritage and sometimes critical of present day corps'. This was beautiful and I love the choreography.

To any and all people who either march SCV's drumline, or teaches, you are always impressive. You clearly show what every other Corp is trying to be. Flawless!!! Snares are always clean. Tenors are always next level jedi. Holy sh*t, you're always amazing.

I love how they took uniform designs from past shows! I can see Ouroboros, Babylon, and Vox!

As always, SCV never fails to remind us what they are all about in one word - "CLASS"

god the baritone duet sends me into space it’s so beautiful

I'm not crying, you're crying....well done SCV. Worth listening to on a bigger system, with a decent subwoofer. The sounds totally envelop you. Only thing better would be seeing it live. Loved it!

Look man.....i gotta be honest. Im a die hard fan of another DCI group. Saw their video submission. It left me with a headache. Not knocking what they did...it just....wasnt for me. This though. This is amazing. The music. The visual display. Awesome job to all those involved. If THIS is where DCI could go, id be down for that. Simple and smooth. No raves. No trance. No techno. Just awesome music.

you just have to love the way that rennick writes his books

SCV 21>BD 21

Would love to see this adapted into a field performance

May be one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever seen and heard in this activity. Where can we as DCI go from here. Love all that DCI does and has done to inspire so many performers and instructors alike and to keep our hopes and dreams alive. We will conquer and come together again. Today we are not just brass, drum and guard, we are musicians, sound mixers, videographers. Today's performers exhibit what it means to be artistry and unity in motion working respecting one another to make the world a better place through their art. We are all connected as One.

The perfect creative realtime marriage between drum corps, the environment and media. I was captivated from beginning to end. Musicianship, finesse, and elegant performance as known to be Santa Clara Vanguard. Bravo to the staff for what you draw out of these young adults. In a word "Dynamic" Magnificent drumline. Waiting for you! In 2022!!!!! FMM OF THE BAYONNE BRIDGEMEN 1976, 1977, 1978

I'm a hard core Bluecoats fan living in Canton, Ohio but I saw this at Indianapolis last August and am 100% totally in love. You won 2021 with this production. Would love more videos like this in the future from more corps. I listen to it all the time and am absolutely mesmerized by the music and the video.

This beautiful performance brought tears to my eyes. I didn't realize just how much I've missed this. SCV has once again demonstrated their commitment to excellence. Great job all!

I love the throwback to 2018's tenor solo at 5:03. Really great combination of all the books Rennick has written for Vanguard!

Absolutely amazing. The class, the excellence, the passion. Its all there and hungrier than ever!!! DO IT UP SCV!!!! ❤️💚

Absolute ACE performance! Forever SCV...can't wait to get those same chills in the stands once again to your fabulous showmanship!

BEST performance of the year hands down! Beautiful performance, beautiful music. Wow...just WOW!! Well done SCV, miss you on the field.

Jesus Christ, absolutely beautiful. SCV has always been known for class.

For the first time in a long time, I stopped what I was doing and was moved the core. SCV, you are the definition of the term "World Class." This. Is. Amazing.

So Proud of these amazing men and women. So classy, so excellent, so Vanguard. Thank you so much SCV.

If only Flo's audio was this good...

I’m still not tiring of watching and listening to this - such a beautiful composition, fantastic setting, perfectly performed.

No singing, no trombones, no drum set, finally back to original DCI sound! I'll ignore the electronic keyboard they hid in the back.

I guess the only question now is "will the audio be available to purchase or on any music streaming services?" Because I want to be able to hear this whenever, but I also don't especially want to get RU-vid Premium just for this.

Thank you Santa Clara, it's really incredible, love my corps, this corps!! Thank you for many emotions.

Drum corps is evolving. Bravo Santa Clara 🥲🥲🥲👏👏👏

I seriously believe SCVG should bring this to the field! How beautiful!

HOLY GOOSE BUMPS!!! What an emotional well thought out production. I wouldn't expect anything less from SCV.. Many thanks to all of you, it made my day complete!!!

the guard and their reflections in the water are just magic. great shot, drone guy.

This would look and sound really nice in an actual show.

There’s so much meaning in this music and the pageantry that it brought tears to my soul. It was fabulous. All of you should be so proud for the tremendous visual effects and the beautiful spirit that you brought forth with this magnificent, impressive and exceptional Drum Corp success that was performed with utmost musicality and superb dedication. Thank you so much 💕

This format was brilliant and this is my favorite show of 2021!

ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL ALL!!! THIS WAS AMAZING❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU FOR BRINGING MUSIC TO LIFE 🙏🥰

This is such an amazing version of this song and just as sentimental and emotional. Galen Hooks would be proud

Wow. I know this was done in absence of the normal end of season shows in 2021, but I would love to see corps do this more often. What a great way to present your show and highlight your talent.

The solid piano note at 7:25 to end this masterpiece.

The white coloration and bloom effect makes this look like midsommar.

Man this is a whole other level of awesome compared to live shows. The filmography, the editing, the location... it adds so much to the experience.

Thank YOU. THERRRRRRRRRRE'S My Vanguard!!!!

Creativity is in endless supply and I adore seeing it put to work. This was a beautiful production that is outside the box of what we usually see from DCI. I absolutely loved it. Very visually moving, great sound, lovely setting and well executed. Proud of you all!

Amazing performance by all, hopefully you are all very proud of this.

From old school drum Corp dude this was amazingly beautiful , job well done. Thanks

Absolutely stunning. The flow of the music, choreography, and cinematography was exquisite. A piece of art for the soul.

An incredible and dynamic work of art. I can imagine a competition score written with this being the theme. Santa Clara would be bringing some more medals home for sure and, possibly the DCI Championship Trophy.

da horns posted up on the rocks is sick

Just stunning. This is so deep and so beautiful, it kind of makes me want Vanguard to make a video every year. (hint) Bravi Vanguard!

STUNNING!

Mindblowing. I’m speechless. Everything is on point. Big love from Indonesia

If only we can watch this performance live. OMG This is so perfect😍😍😍

Fanguard for life and this why. 💚❤😎

A production like this is what my eyes and ear have been thirsting for. We need more of this production style! Pardon my language, but #soundgasm. My ears needed this love. 🥰

Stunning!! Beautifully done. Music and performers meshed so well.

Santa Clara Vanguard…….always the best

Oh look at that, SCV did the thing again.

Mesmerizing! So beautifully produced!

Brilliant adaptation of your astounding show and an amazing artistic production video!

This is why I always have and always will love the SCV

the best marching song I have ever heard,REALLY NICE!!!

Just finished watching! Beautiful! Just…. Beautiful!

This is absolutely magnificent.

Truly amazing work!!

A real class act as usual. Great production! Interesting from start to finish. Thanks!

This is one of the most incredible works of art I have seen in a very long time. Stunning musical performance and expressive, artistic filming and editing. More talent on display and a true masterpiece. Thank you to everyone who had a hand in making any part of this gift to us all. Bravo/Brava.

should receive an award of some kind for sonority and creativity within such a small genre

That’s really classy. Thanks SCV from New Zealand

This was a beautiful performance. I fell in love with it as soon as it started only to fall harder as it went on.

this is so dope....im just jealous i couldnt be a part of it's production! how fun!!!!!!

Damn PC Principal is a sick quad player

Nothing but beautiful and unforgettable

Fun! Thanks for putting in the work to make this!

Magical to hear, watch & experience!

Wow this brought tears. Incredible.

I'm blown away... just wow.

Um.... WOW. Rich, substantive, innovative and soulful. I am moved, inspired and so very proud. TNPLSC ❤💚

I am absolutely speechless💕✨

So Classy. Very proud of you SCV.

Thank you, SCV.

this video is a masterpiece oh my god

We waited, and the returned.

This is making my brain do cartwheels. Incredible job

I am here for this! That... was emotional. SCV was the first corps ever (not the last or only) to bring tears to my eyes. You did it again. The title could not have been more appropriate. For you SCV, for the wonderful souls in your organization who we are missing even now, we will wait.

Thank you.....This made my heart smile!

Beautiful, evocative, and amazing. This shit still makes me emotional all these years later.

The last few years to me SCV has gotten just more dynamic and powerfully. Artsy not corny neither. Awesome performance as always different this year because we know why but really creative what corps did this summer despite all things going on.

High degree of execution, and very creative. Well done.

How am I just now seeing this??😭😭😭

Simply amazing! Truly are no words on the next level production of this. I guess I should expect no less from the best though. Trendsetters.

SO CLEAN!!! FANTASTIC JOB YALL

I've been a DCI follower for about 10 years and love the commitment to excellence that all corps aspire and work hard to attain. The last DCI event that was held near me had the Blue Devils in it and of all the corps there they had the least enthusiastic crowd response but ended up with the highest score. Is there a bias in the judging towards the Blue Devils? Like their video this year it was like what did I just see? I know there are different styles and people have different tastes but something in the judging resonates as odd to me. They have won so many national titles and every year I like at least 4 or 5 corps programs more than the Blue Devils and I just don't get it, like really don't get it. I love all kinds of music but I'm drawn to music that moves me, inspires, and thrills me. I love this video I think it captures the mood of this past year and inspires people for the future. Well done Vanguard, I hope all will be well in 2022 and look forward to seeing you back on the field.