DCI Trivia Brain Teaser

Yoyoyo and I thought of a game that we could play about DCI trivia.

RULES:
The person above you (starting with me) will ask a DCI trivia question. If the person gets the question right, then they will get to ask there own question. If the person is not successful, they will not be able to ask a question.
The person who asked the question will have to check if their question was right or wrong.

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You don't have to be a DCI wiz to ask/answer a question.

Question 1) Who is the current DCI president and corps director, of the Blue Knights?

Mark Arnold

Are we allowed to look them up? I think that would kind of ruin the point, but maybe not.

Right.

Crossmen's opener in 2002 was an arrangement of a piece by what composer?

Richard Stolzman?

Nope.

Pat Methany.

My bad, I looked at 1992 for some reason...

Correct.

What was the title of The Blue Devils 1999 On-Stage production?

Wow...they did a stage production in 99 too? I know 98, but never knew about 99...can't wait to see the answer to this one.

Um...

Estancia Ballet?

is it man in the moon?

Jon V is correct!

no Keyo, yes Jon V.

Test123 gave me the answer sense he's at rehersal.

"{Jazz} Man in the Moon"

Your turn Jon V.

oh your back

Who was the second corp to start using all Yamaha instroments?

uh, the Cavaliers?

no they were the first

ah...

Phantom Regiment?

no

blue devils

Crossmen?

oh no i'm sorry I ment the third corp to start using all yamaha instroments

Or is it The Cadets? Bold move I just made...

yes it is the cadets

it should be a corps with fast moving drill that needs it, because yamahas are lighter than dynasty's

Nice.

Here's my awful odd question:

Name the corps who was the only World Champion in history to win without winning a single caption (and the year).

Aw man I used to know this...I had a yamaha poster that had all that information.

Colts?

Oh, I posted way late, that was for the all-yamaha corps question.

No, it wasn't Colts. They haven't won a championship...yet.:)

This is a pretty tough question to answer, BTW...keep trying.

Cadets?

he wants the year as well

Didn't you see? I posted the Colts answer way late...it was for the all yamaha question...

Oops, my bad Jerry...didn't see that earlier...

And sorry, it wasn't Cadets.

So that eliminates your choices down...:)

Alright, so I have to get ready for work and I won't be back on until tomorrow morning.

So if you still think you know the answer...you can post on my wall (or on the topic, it doesn't matter)...

I hate for the game to halt since I can't wait for the answer until tomorrow...so if somebody else can post the next question, that would be awesome...

Which corps put the first curve on the field?

Troopers

I guess that one was a little obvious...

Which Corp used the Mickey Mouse Club march in their show, and won finals?

Kingsmen 1972

Yes

Which corps based their name off of a train that passed behind their rehearsal field?

What's the second highest score in DCI history, and by whom?

Scv '89... 98.8

Actually two corps tie for that 2nd highest placement.
BD 2003 and SCV 1989.

and the other one?

tied*

yeah...

the question goes to yoyoyo.

Who was the first corp to put asymmetrical drill on the field and what year?

Jerry your questions answer is South Wind.

yoyoyo, SCV 1980

Yeah. It's a shame they got 7th that year it was told because the judges weren't prepared to judge asymmetry.

Cavies, the second highest score in DCI history is the Cavaliers in 2002 at Semis, with a 99.05

No that was a 99.15 tied for the highest score with the cadets 2005.

Oh semis...um well.

hey, he said history :)

What is the current question?

I'm not sure if my answer counts, but either way I'm going to ask a question...

What corps in what year is said to have played so loud at finals that the glass in the press box broke.

hmm...phantom 03? that's my guess

Nope, sorry Hamfield...keep trying guys!

Star 93? lol the bass drum rolls... my speakers will never be the same..

I wish it was Phantom '03.

This is a tough one.

I'm not actually sure if it's written anywhere. I'll give you a hint though...this show was voted into the very first Classic Countdown specifically because they broke the glass (at least, that was the number one reason I was told people voted for this show).

1975 Madison Scouts?

1991 Star of Indiana ?

Alright, I fear this one isn't going to get an answer...if anyone replies with "I give up" I'll just post the answer.

If anyone's interested though, this can be answered in under ten minutes on DCP, if you want to ask there.

1976 Blue Devils?

Yoyoyo- actually, the Bridgemen did the very first asymmetric set one year before SCV- it was only one set- they took a big arc and shifted it to one side of the field- technically, the first asymmetric drill ever, although they never get credited for it.

Ah I see.

MSeltz
1992 Velvet Knights?

Nah...I'm gonna call it quits on this one.

1980 Spirit. One of the best hornlines ever! Fantastic, loud show if you haven't seen it.

Mseltz-

I know the corps.. but I have to think about it to remember which year ;)

Ugh I was going to say either 1980 or 1984... Was actually watching 1980 Spirit to check when you posted the answer!

OK, since that derailed things a bit, I'll pose a question-

Which Drum Corps Show did Micheal Cesario say "It asks questions as well as makes statements." ?

93 star of indiana? just a guess, i remember denny d saying that was a 'controversial' show in classic countdown

VinnyE, am I allowed to ask DCP? :)

After the question is answered, I will post a new thread for spacing issues. (saves your scroll some energy)

thsgemb08 - no it wasn't 93 star, although you'd think it would be.

MSeltz- If you want to ask DCP, go ahead, you'll probably get the answer very quickly there.

HIT- he made the comment in hids commentary in the Finals Broadcast for that year.

I'm going to go with...1999 SCV or at least guess a late 90's SCV show

Steve- still not right...

Another hint- The corps i'm talking about no longer exists...

1991 Star of Indiana?

Sorry Cavies, it's not Star at all...

If this one proves too tough, I'll post the answer soemtime in the late morning tomorrow... ;)

I'm about to e-mail FJM to get to Mike...

is it cavaliers 2002

I wanna say 27th Lancers, but it could be the Anaheim Kingsmen. I'm just guessing around...

Mbassador, I'm under the impression the Cavaliers are still around. ;P

The Questioneers from Statement, OH

you're right...i misinterpreted the question.

well, it was less the question than a random piece of information that got answered afterwards. it's all good.

Ok, I'm almost positive it's 27, but I don't know the year. I've narrowed it down to 27 and Freelancers, and I'm pretty sure it's not Freelancers.

VinnyE, I think you're going to win this one

No one has it yet...

Last hint(s) - The corps was from the Southeast US, and never won a title.

No more takers? Well, here's the answer-

1988 SunCoast Sound - Symphonic Dances for the Contemporary Child

Original music, great visual design, and strong storytelling aspect. Probably the strangest ending statement in DCI history (strange in a good/innovative way). SunCoast was a great corps, that always seemed to be stuck in the middle of the pack- they were always innovators and were one of the first corps to really embrace original music specifically written for them. 1989 was their last season out before folding, but most of their creative staff went on to become the backbone for Magic of Orlando who continued their trend of originality. Former Suncoast staff continued to have an influence on DCI as they spread out to other corps (notably a good portion of the visual/guard staff from 92 crossmen were former Suncoast people).

In the 1988 PBS broadcast, when Steve Rondinaro and Mike Cesario introduced Suncoast, they were discussing how different and innovative the show was, and Cesario said about the show "It asks questions as well as makes statements."

1988 is a tough year to remember details about- it seemed that Scouts (Suite for Jazz Guitar and Orchestra / MALAGUENUA!) and BD's awe inspiring brass performance overshadowed the memory of nearly every other corps...

OK, easier question to follow up- What DCI corps was famous for their drum feature "Black Market Juggler" in the early 80s?

just out of curiosity, was spirit of atlanta the corps you were talking about?

Sam- it was Suncoast Sound 1988 from pinellas park florida.

Alright...back to a few questions before from yesterday...

Name the corps who was the only World Champion in history to win without winning a single caption (and the year).

Black Market Juggler = Bridgemen '82 and '83. That was the famous blindfolded solo.

Which corps and year had the biggest flag(s) in DCI history?

Hey, I'll take a stab at Joe's question...I'm just guessing for fun.

Blue Devils 1985?

Joe- I could answer that one if we were talking DCA...

vanguard 04?

Wait a minute- it micht be SCV '91 - the football field sized "Red China" flag they pulled out at the end of the show at finals fo rthe Miss Saigon show. I know it's technically not a flag since it was just a giant silk with no flagpole...

Nope, VinnyE I think that totally counts. SCV 91 FTW

Well...no one has posted the answer to my previous question...I'll help you guys out...

The only corps to ever win without winning a top award for any captions was Star of Indiana 1991. According to their website, the only award they received on finals night was Brass CO-champion, not Brass Champion.

Whereas in 1990 and 1992 they were Brass champions overall and 1993 they were percussion champions...

All questions are closed for this thread. I will make another one for spacing issues.
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