adding to this I'm really surprised for some bands this year compared to there previous years like Royce City, Garland, Mesquite, North forney. A few years ago they would get in the 20/30s when the LISD trio was in area c.
Royce City- I saw this show live and wow the percussion is amazing I like how they start the show with the ripples and especially there closer is amazing I could really feel the energy that they are giving and will def look out for them in finals next year.
Garland- I also saw this live and I really enjoyed there opener were they have a woodwind and a brass split and especially the hit I feel like garland is really underrated and will be a threat to area c in a few years.
Mesquite- I really have no words to described how much they have improved I really enjoyed there opener which is the same opener from Hebron 2021. Solid percussion, really loved there woodwind feature and brass feature. From getting last place in area 2 years ago I really think they will make it to the top 10 in the next couple of years.
North forney- Amazing show reminds me of cedar park 2021 very well played with the brass and woodwinds love the brass feature and also the quintet at the end. I love the energy they give during the ballad and for sure making finals this year and will sure make state in the future