It was a week-long celebration of the very best in marching music featuring exceptional performances and competitive excitement that will leave lasting memories in the minds of corps members and fans alike.
From the Open Class opening events in Michigan City, Ind., to the crowning of the Cadets as the 2011 DCI World Champions at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, DCI.org was on the scene reporting on events as they happened.
Take a look back at who was making headlines last week in this recap what you may have missed along the way.
Monday, August 8
Severe weather puts early end to Open Class Prelims
Video: World Championships Day 1 Recap
Tuesday, August 9
40th DCI World Championships are officially underway
Field Pass: From Ames Field in Michigan City
Blue Devils B takes three
Recap analysis: Open Class World Championship Finals
Video: World Championships Day 2 Recap
Wednesday, August 10
Field Pass: Open Class cheers and tears
2011 Open Class Individual & Ensemble results
Video: World Championships Day 3 Recap
Thursday, August 11
Live Blog: World Championship Prelims
Field Pass: Yokohama Scouts help bring the World to World Championships
Three Open Class corps advance to Semifinals
Corps scramble for top spots at marathon Prelims competition
Video: World Championships Day 4 Recap
Friday, August 12
Live Blog: World Championship Semifinals
Spirit soars, Cadets maintain lead in Semifinals
Recap analysis: DCI World Championship Semifinals
Video: World Championships Day 5 Recap
Saturday, August 13
Live Blog: World Championship Finals
Recap analysis: DCI World Championship Finals
Cadets' 'Angels and Demons' rise to glory
Video: World Championships Day 6 Recap
