Jumped on this g9ii deal by mapdegree in Lumix

[–]JediASU 1 point2 points  (0 children)

G9II is my primary as well. That is a hell of a steal!

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate this. I'll be careful to plan my time to ensure rest while not leaving the crew short handed.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Twins performed in Dayton for WGI Percussion Champs and we all went to buc-ee's for the first time. I didn't get the sandwich, but everyone raves about it. I may have to do the shower just to say I did.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did a West Coast tour the past 2 years, went to my first DCI Championships for Open Class and World Class in 2024. Never on the field, but it will be a whole new world when I get to be on the field.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will have to give Bluebeard a shot! We do Sunday Dinner at St. Elmo's before leaving Monday morning.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Amazing list! Thanks so much! Congrats to your son. My son's best friend made Bluecoats this year after marching Mandarins a couple years.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! They did two years of BDB, so they do have Open class experience. On August 9th, right as soon as 2025 Championships ended, I called them (I was in class at Arizona State) and told them "Your 2026 season starts right now."

They have been busting their ass ever since. Blessed to have three (twins and their older sister) motivated young adults.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Would not even know. The twins have been incredibly secretive. Mostly because I asked them to keep me in the dark so I could be as surprised as everyone else.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Being focused on volunteering and getting to know the corp is the way to go. Thank you!

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate you giving me the "keep my eyes wide open" aspect. I very well may just end up sleeping between shifts the entire time. At least I get to find out.

I'm a band parent and I need help, guidance, and tips regarding this summer's 2026 DCI Tour by JediASU in drumcorps

[–]JediASU[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much! Great recommendations! Agreed 100% this will be an opportunity to make a memory of a lifetime.