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Westfield HS: The Bassoon soloist had a problem with his mic or his reed which didnt allow him to be heard during most of his solo in the opener which seemed to throw things off. Ive seen Westfield a couple of times this year and this was definitely not their best performance.

Woodlands was amazing!

Does anyone have placement results?

Because of the different scoring method it will be really interesting to see how it shakes out. The only thing Im sure about is that Woodlands is in the first slot. Spring and College Park have a lot going for them, but the were both a little dirty at LSP.

Are F has 35 bands competing at Area, so 7 bands will advance. Im predicting Woodlands, College Park, Pearland, Westfield, Brazoswood, Spring, and.......? not sure who will make 7

I was at finals and I was pretty shocked by the scoring. I thought Spring had a great show, but it was really dirty and the tents were super distracting. I thought Friendswood was the best, but not by the amount the score reflected. I (and the people around me thought) Brazoswood would place higher. They were very clean and played beautifully, but they had no help from their guard. College park was much improved, and their closer has super hard drill, but their sound suffers during the difficult marching at the end. But it is a really fun show to watch. Morton Ranch was another surprise- I just didnt get it. All in all it was a great night of marching. Lots of good competition in the Texas gulf coast .Oh and one more thing- how shocking was it that Dawson didnt make finals? I saw a video of their show from this year and thought they looked and sounded great, so this was a big shock!

You mistook me, but I agree that they are a band that traditionally peaks late. I know they spent the week working with Daniel Montoya, So I am hoping to see some big improvements. I think they have some stiff competition, but we will see soon enough!

Dont count Brazoswood out! They will be out to better there showing at BOA!

I think Dawson and Leander will do very well- Top 5 for sure- Maybe one will win. It will be a very close race for the first 7-8 spots! Cant wait!!!

The Woodlands seem a bit behind this year, but you never know what can happen. I think Brazoswood could have a better than usual showing this year. They are doing Bach and Holst, and they have extra confidence being the 2013 5A HONOR BAND. Im hoping to see them place in the top 5-6 bands this year.

who will do well this year at Conroe?

As a former student I am so proud to learn that Brazoswood is 5A honor band!!!! Congrats to Mr Brian Casey and the Buc Band!!!!! Woooo Hooooo!!!!!

Does anyone know when the state listening is?

Area F has Brazoswood and Clear Lake advancing to state!

I am a big fan of Marcus, but I have seen them march twice this year and find their show really boring. I hope it comes down to more than perfect execution...a little energy and excitement on the field will hopefully count for something. I think CTJ is maybe my favorite show of the year, and I think Bells show is amazing in its complexity and execution.

I think Brazoswood has a great shot at finals. They have a very creative show that is very different from everyone elses, and they have a great sound.

does anyone have the results??

Am I the only one baffled by the results?? CTJ deserved first hands down, but I was confused be the rest!!!

I think it will be between Brazoswood, CTJ, and Westfield, with Brazoswood likely on top. I saw them at BOA Conroe where they placed 8th, and they look and sound great!!

Who will win this contest??? Lots of great bands!

It wouls sure be great for Brazoswood to make finals...especially since it is the head band directors first year to lead the band. Go B'wood!!!!

Brazoswood placed first in marching in both prelims and finals....beating the Woodlands...very interesting!The music got them, but not by much.