The past decade has belonged to the Cavaliers, based in Rosemont, Ill., who have five of the past nine DCI championships — tying a league record that they'll attempt to break in 2009. Their 2000 "Niagara Falls" show, while it featured artistic choreography, sharp marching and a powerful tune, was pushed over the top by the corps' renowned drum line — worth paying attention to even when they're standing still.