JediSaxSolis

. I never said I didn't believe in Brazoswood-- I stated that "they very well could rebound", one of the reasons being that they're entering this contest with the mindset that they have a lot to prove since last week's contest. I said in my argument (also my opinion) that right now in the season, I don't believe they'll be making a top 3 finish at this specific contest. Just because I don't think they're going to place in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd at this specific contest doesn't mean I don't believe in Brazoswood. Read carefully before telling me I don't believe in my own alma mater.

I agree with you; I think Spring will take the cake this year. As for Brazoswood, they're going to be entering this contest with a lot to prove after last week, so they very well could rebound. As of right now in the season though, I don't believe we'll see them with a top 3 finish at this one. Best of luck to all bands competing. Lonestar is a great contest.

Air Force Academy High School... is this their first time at this Super Regional? As always, looks like some great competition. Looking at your bubble, I have a good feeling about Westlake this year. I feel fine pushing them up to Finals. Go ahead and stick Haltom in that bubble, too. Good luck! Wish I could be there to watch.

Wow, this is going to be a great contest. Best of luck to all bands competing. I might wake up a little early and make the drive.

That's more than an absolute and forward statement. I'm pretty sure that The Woodlands has been one of the stronger visually performing bands for a substantial period of time. To say that The Woodlands never has a strong visual program is anything but the truth (and I'm sure some from The Woodlands would take quite a bit of offense from your statement)-- especially when there's evidence out there to back that up. Go and watch some of their marching videos from the earlier part of their decade... I think you'll change your opinion and your uninformed statement.

I'm glad somebody mentioned Haltom. They are one of my favorite bands in Texas. I think they have some of the most musically talented students in the state.

Sounds like it will be a good contest. Did the judging panel stick out to anyone? I noticed Scott McAdow. I haven't really been keeping touch (so correct me if I'm wrong), but has he even been involved with the marching industry since leaving Langham Creek? Also noticed Ferd Vollmar. He was one of my clinician directors for region band back several years ago. The judging panel is pretty diverse; I don't really know what they're going to be looking for specifically at this year's area contest. Best of luck to all bands competing.

Good listing. I'm really happy for Lopez. That is a first for them, right? Hey Daniel, do you know when the trailing 7 5As might be listed?

I have been out of the UIL loop for awhile-- could someone fill me in on the Honor Band competition this summer (what are the tentative dates for the judging)? Does anyone have a list of the musical pieces bands have submitted from their respective areas?

I really wish now that I had gone to this Super Regional. Would you all agree that this was the most competitive/most surprising Super Regional in BOA history? Watching Bell's performance on Youtube, I still have to say that I like their show from last year a lot more. I honestly don't think the music from The Quest has (or will ever be) been topped in a marching show. Since I wasn't there, I can't form an opinion on the results. However, as always, I am just as confused as the rest. **Edit: Does anyone happen to have a link to the Preliminary Recap Sheets?

Yeah, I'll definitely take a good look at them as well.

I don't believe I will ever understand the BOA grading system.

I think the top spot is going to be a tear between: Stephen F. Austin HS Cedar Park HS I'm not so sure about Woodlands this year.

Suspended, huh? Dan, you still have the book? ... what'd you think of the GNP camp...?

I went to the one in my city last week. They were going for a motivational approach... but it didn't really work too well.

I thought your band played Symphony in Bb at the UT State Wind Ensemble last year? ...Or was that Bowie?

I got 4th out of 8 on 5A Tenor Sax at Area F auditions this year. They only take 1, but I'm satisfied. I improved from last year. All I can say is this; I'm glad I'm finished with this process forever.

Hebron's DMs

Give Osar and the others a pat on the back for me.

Yeah, Kondo's one of my favorite composers all around. Miyamoto:Game Development Production as Kondo:Game Music Composition He's toured with the Video Games Live orchestra group, I believe (with American game composer, Tommy Tallarico). I've never had the chance to get to see them, though.

I never really got into any of the FF games, but I did hear good thing about the music. My top 5 game soundtracks (in no particular order): 1. Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask (N64) 2. Super Mario Galaxy (Wii) 3. Any of the Banjo Franchise (N64, 360) 4. Super Mario World (SNES) 5. Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (N64)

If you've ever played any games in the Banjo-Kazooie franchise, you know that the music is known for being very catchy. There have been many great video game soundtracks, but this newest one has got to be one of my favorites. What's unique about this game-rip soundtrack is that it's fully orchestrated... by the Prague Philharmonic. The music in Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts includes original compositions, as well as remixes of past game music. The music is composed by the UK's Robin Beanland and Grant Kirkhope (interestingly enough, after the Nuts and Bolts gig, Kirkhope moved to the States to take up another game music composition job). --The Prague Philharmonic recording the music to Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts-- Search the game soundtrack on Youtube; you can find some music there easily. Better yet, if you have a 360, give the game a shot! The music alone is worth the money. What do you guys think?

What I don't like is how 3 or 4 pages of this thread were complaints about placement and judging. First, people need to realize clearly that what they say on these boards can totally wreck the image of their band program. Seeing that most programs take years and years to build up, there's no reason to have their reputation destroyed over an internet forum. If I was the director, I'd be really upset. It's a marching band discussion; if there's a self-hype placement issue, argue it out over the messaging system. All the bands worked hard, but a decision had to be made. Keep the integrity. That's all there is to it.

Looks like the heated discussion has finally calmed down a bit. Here are my thoughts: - CP's sound had me blown away... incredibly, incredibly loud and energizing! Oh, and the DMs were really nice, too. By the way, congrats to Cedar Park for placing 1st in the Drumline Competition at PASIC this past weekend. - Bell's show this year is, in my opinion, the best high school marching show I've ever seen. What really sells it to me is the music arrangement for the show. The show is incredibly emotional and entertaining. LD Bell is #1 in my book. - Marcus impressed me with their tone. I thought they performed with the most musicality. I thought I was watching a drama production the whole time, though. - I also really liked Bowie's drill. Their drill has always been one of my favorites. The pendulum-bell effect was fresh, too. All-in-all, UIL State 5A 2008 is no doubt the most competitive marching contest I've been a part of. Congratulations to all of the bands that competed.

My hat's off to Bell. I still think they deserved 1st. Marcus was great, but I still felt a lot more confident with Bell. Cedar Park was amazing, too. Among some of the nicest bands I've ever met, as well.