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Drum Corps International announces World Championships finalists

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The Drum Corps International World Championships has narrowed its competition down to 12 World Class corps after 25 semi-final performances at Lucas Oil Stadium on August 7. These 12 finalists will compete in the finals on August 8 for the title in marching music's major league.

Among the 12 contenders are the Boston Crusaders, who aim to repeat their victory from last year's first-ever win, and the Blue Devils, who will strive to add another trophy to their impressive case, having won 21 World Championships. The Santa Clara Vanguard also boasts a record 21 World Championship wins.

The finals will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Lucas Oil Stadium, with each corps performing in the following order: Blue Knights, Troopers, Spirit of Atlanta, Colts, The Cavaliers, Phantom Regiment, Blue Stars, Santa Clara Vanguard, Boston Crusaders, Carolina Crown, Blue Devils, and Blue Coats. The performances will be streamed by FloMarching.

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