TrebleMaker2

Maybe it is time for us all to take a step back and look at the big picture here. Less than 10% of all 4A bands qualify for State Marching-to get here is a huge achievement!. Sometimes in the heat of competition it is easy to forget that students are in band because it brings them (and their audiences) JOY! We all know the other benefits-sense of community, lifelong friendships, work ethic, etc. The life long lessons are the biggest benefit, and that includes being humble in a close win as well as dealing with disappointments with grace and appreciation for everyone’s efforts. in a few years the memories of crazy band trips, friends, and creating something special musically as a group will be the sweetest trophy of all. I enjoyed streaming all the bands, not just 4A but all the classifications, and the overwhelming feeling in every interview after a show was how much these kids cared for each other and the pride they brought to the field representing their school, It was wonderful.

Really happy for Gatesville, I believe it is their first time to get into finals. Any others that are first timers?

Holy buckets, Calallen! What an amazing performance! Great music, cool GE- just a delight to watch.

Wow, Burnett! Great use of creative props! Nicely done!

Gatesville, What a cool show! Love the music, and the GE was wonderful! WOW!

I have enjoyed watching all the classes of UIL so far-it is amazing what each school accomplishes. The first 3 bands did not disappoint! It is going to be a fun day!!

What a ton of talent displayed this morning! Congrats to all the bands who performed today, and looking forward to tonight!

I was sorry to have to step away but returned and just got to enjoy Sundown. What a wonderful performance! Loved the vocal solo and the euphonium duet!

Santo, What a beautiful show! Love the soloists, love the mirror props, the capes-it was just really well done!

Wow, Bosqueville! What a nice show! I appreciate the crisp articulation, beautiful melodic lines, and your drill work was wonderful! The whole package today! Bravo!

Kudos to the Brackett football team for coming to support the band! Brackett band, nice performance, very enjoyable!

Bravo, Team Texas!! See you bright and early tomorrow!!

Round Rock gave a super performance! This show has really come a long way this season!

Hebron, you leave me breathless! I did see a few minor visual mistakes but this show is incredibly demanding, and executed so well! Definitely an Eagle contender in my books!

Wow! Blue Springs is just sheer artistry! What a beautiful show!

Nicely done, Dripping Springs! What an awesome brass line!!

Agreed! May be Bowie’s best run of the year!

What an exciting evening of marching arts! Congratulations, Whitesboro! And congratulations to all the finalist bands! I am awed by what you do so well!

Awards starting now!

Excited to stream this tonight, especially once I had to miss a few today!

Wall has such a fun show! Delightful all the way through-loved Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Colorful, well played, and so enjoyable.

I have been mesmerized by the this block so far! Bet we see several of these bands in finals!

Whitesboro bringing the fire today! What a fun performance. Love the closer!!

Wow, Atlanta! You were on fire! Bravo!

What colorful props, Rio Hondo! They added a nice touch to your show! I enjoyed your music choices and performance! Bravo!