Liam Allen Posted July 15 Report Share Posted July 15 Anyone going to San Antonio? That’s going to be fun for a lot of new stuff. gregorydf01 and LeanderMomma 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalord11 Posted July 15 Author Report Share Posted July 15 9 hours ago, Liam Allen said: Anyone going to San Antonio? That’s going to be fun for a lot of new stuff. I wish I was going back:( I’ll be at Denton in a couple days and will give yall a rundown of everyone I see. I will be watching SA though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarinetistkai05 Posted July 15 Report Share Posted July 15 On 7/14/2024 at 9:42 AM, Tubalord11 said: Bloo and BAC maintain leads over BD (1.5 and .6), with crown only being .3 behind and Phantom only being .8 behind. I don’t want to call Bloo winning rn because everything seems to be going to perfect for everything to stay the way it is. Bloo at 88 though rn is INSANE! (I love you Troopers please pull through) Tubalord11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalord11 Posted July 15 Author Report Share Posted July 15 39 minutes ago, clarinetistkai05 said: I don’t want to call Bloo winning rn because everything seems to be going to perfect for everything to stay the way it is. Bloo at 88 though rn is INSANE! (I love you Troopers please pull through) Troopers will be fine i promise. Once drill cleans up they will jump in score a good amount, could end up 9th at the highest imo, I have them in 10th rn but they will be fine. They definitely will be top 12 fs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post LeanderMomma Posted July 15 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 15 18 hours ago, Liam Allen said: Anyone going to San Antonio? That’s going to be fun for a lot of new stuff. I’ll be there! Rubisco, TWHSPercDad and Bdc22 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TWHSPercDad Posted July 15 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 15 42 minutes ago, LeanderMomma said: I’ll be there! I’ll be in San Antonio also. I’m very excited to see our The Woodlands HS Band current and former students and their awesome performances Saturday; IN PERSON! LeanderMomma, Parkwoodmom and Rubisco 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLMANI Posted July 16 Report Share Posted July 16 I drove to San Antonio a few years ago from Upstate South Carolina and hope to be there this year. I love the high school marching bands and drum corps competitions. While I am no longer a band director, I am still an adjudicator for GE, Music, and Marching so I stay involved in that manner. There is nothing like seeing the shows live or in person. I admire those participating in the marching arts for their commitment, sacrifices, and financial contributions. I am concerned about the financial part as it is getting so expensive. I don't know what the answer is to that part, but something must be done before more corps fold or have to take a hiatus. The same for the competitive high school marching bands. Bands of America, Youth Education in the Arts/YEA, and other marching band circuits also need to be concerned about cost including tickets. Rubisco and LeanderMomma 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youraveragebandkid Posted July 16 Report Share Posted July 16 On 7/14/2024 at 11:34 PM, Liam Allen said: Anyone going to San Antonio? That’s going to be fun for a lot of new stuff. I am!!! And SUPER STOKED, too! Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 tonight is the night we have the chance to see who could be in the potential top 5 of the 2024 season! Any predictions as to who you think will walk out as the champion? I think The Bluecoats will walk out as the winner Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 Each of my posts I make will be my thoughts on each performance- Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps- Crescent: They were interesting to watch. Opening with a duet and including plenty of dance breaks, this show could show us what's in store for this organization from Tulsa, OK! I will say while it was interesting to watch, there is still quite a bit of work to be done (Mainly in their tone and marching techniques) before their next performance. But overall, I enjoyed the performance! Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 The Cavaliers- Beneath the Armor: Alright, I already really like their uniforms, especially the shakos. A glass/shard look instead of the regular feathers is really unique! I really think they have a chance at top 7 after seeing this run. During the first 2 movements, I was really enjoying the music . I have noticed some issues with some of the high notes for the trumpets though (don't know if its the technique not allowing them to hit the note). I'm not sure about the slow movement though, the music isn't really my favorite choice, but I did like how they changed into split uniforms, a unique version to The Cadets 2011. I have to say its interesting hearing evanescence in a show (The song name is called Bring me back to Life), not something I was expecting. I have to say that this show gives me the same vibes as The Bluecoats 2016. They kept moving the props around and the music has a similar flow. Overall though, I really enjoyed the show! TheBigM and Rubisco 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Dave609 Posted July 17 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 17 Phantom Regiment- Mynd: That opening statement was AMAZING! I really liked the amount of Tuba moments in the show and really like how overall Chaotic it was on the field (because of the show). The music is fast paced, and really goes well with what the story is telling. The Colorguard did a phenomenal job as well and I really like the the unique colors on each one. The Trombone and French horn duet took me by surprise. The power used was amazing for it (But I feel like the microphone was a bit to far into the instrument. I have to say the cyclone spot into one line in the ending was AWESOME! These guys really showed up today and I definitely see them being top 5 or even top 3! TheBigM, Rubisco and J-Mike16 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 Boston Crusaders- Glitch: I wanted to start off by saying I like the different color uniforms for the brass, and the yin-yang style colors for the Colorguard, percussion, and drum majors. I really liked the opening moment and the percussion moment in movement 2/3. I have to say that they have my favorite ballad so far. It was done so well! I loved the ending! Having a false ending is always fun to watch and ending how they started was truly amazing! I really could see them possibly winning it all if they keep it up! Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 Mandarins- Vieux Carré: This was my second time seeing their show and I have to say it was better than the last time I saw it about a month or so ago. I legit love the New Orleans style show and the way that the brass comes in is arguably AMAZING! I was still caught off guard by the huge brass statement a bit further into the show, during movement 2 I believe. I really liked the ballad movement as well. The dancing section in movement 4 with the Sousaphone solo was really cool! I understand that not many people enjoy this show, but I really do and can't wait to see how they finish this season! Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 Blue Devils- The Romantics: HELLO to the reigning World Champions!!! That opening statement was definitely powerful. I love the fact that the props, when opened, have the Colorguard equipment in there. I really like the music they chose, and could see them taking one of the trophies this year. But we will have to wait and see on that. I have to say, I became focused on an individual who I thought had made a mistake due to them being so far away from everyone else on the left end field. It turns out though that it was one of the drum majors. That is a cool way to have them be involved when having to move around to another podium. They had great tone all around and definitely looks like they have put in a lot of work since their last performance. Overall, I really enjoyed the show and am very interested to see where they end up this season. Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 The Bluecoats- Change is Everything: I LOVE the opening so much! Instead of being played all at once, it spread into sections before the main big hit. The echo that occurs really brings out something unique in this show that no one else has been able to have. And thats what makes this show my favorite one for this season so far. Another thing wanted to mention is how throughout the show, there is different moments that are throwbacks to older shows, like in movement 2/3, there is the tilt mention and at the beginning of the ballad, there is the run that was similar to downside up. The trumpet solos in the ballad were done so well, great tone and technique! The ending for me is truly within my top 3 favorites! Its performed so well! Overall, this show is really fun to watch and I would love to see it take the win this year! Also, props to the Colorguard & Percussion as well! They did phenomenal! Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 Carolina Crown- Promethean: This show is definitely unique. I liked the opening brass feature and it is not surprising that they are still in the lead for brass. The big prop towards the right end field is definitely different to everyone else I have seen this season (Its the biggest prop this season). I really like there style of the show this year. Makes me feel like I'm watching an actual story being told, and its up to my imagination to create this story. The ballad really made that pop into my mind. I really liked the second to last movement. The visuals were really fun to watch. Overall, I really like what Carolina Crown has in store and am really hoping they stay within the Top 5! Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 well with all the drum corps being done, I have to say I really liked each performance and believe all the bands that performed will be in the top 12 this season. Below is my personal rankings- The Bluecoats Boston Crusaders The Blue Devils Phantom Regiment Carolina Crown Mandarians The Cavaliers Rubisco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave609 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 The Results: World Class: 1st: 89.15- The Bluecoats 2nd: 88.25- Blue Devils & Boston Crusaders 4th: 86.75- Carolina Crown 5th: 84.55- Phantom Regiment 6th: 82.50- Mandarians 7th: 80.95- The Cavaliers SoundSport Class: Zephyrus- gold rating Rubisco and packwick 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post packwick Posted July 17 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 17 didn't watch anything tonight but results look spot-on based on what we've seen coming into the contest. bloo wins 6 of 8 judges, all but guard and perc. would have predicted Bloo in first by nearly a full point and Devs and Boston fighting for 2nd. phantom clearly ahead of mandarins was another obvious one, for many weeks now. actually this season has been verrrry very useful for sussing out ppl who actually sort of understand how this activity is judged and those who blindly predict blue devils in first, either bc they're homers or bc they've given up all hope and think the contests are rigged LOL. Rubisco, TWHSPercDad, Dave609 and 2 others 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rubisco Posted July 17 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 17 The Blue Devils didn't win a single judge tonight. 😶 I'm absolutely thrilled for the Boston Crusaders. True, it will be hard to catch the Bluecoats this season, but even just beating the Blue Devils in Indy would be a huge achievement. 2nd place in general effect tonight, which may bode well for them. We'll have to see what happens in San Antonio with the full judging panel. It's also cool to see Phantom take a commanding 5th place position in the overall rankings. There are parts of their show that I think are done just as effectively as a medalist corps. The production just needs to be more consistently at that level from start to finish, with a little more musical and especially visual complexity. Maybe they'll achieve that by next year? Exciting times for them. packwick, TWHSPercDad and Tubalord11 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalord11 Posted July 17 Author Report Share Posted July 17 Hey everyone! Was able to catch this comp after work thanks to being able to pause the show before hand, so here’s my thoughts, sorry for the big post: Cavaliers: Really love the first half, feels like the music that would be for this type of show, but I really don’t understand the direction they’re going in. The drill is very engaging, and they sound much improved, I just don’t really feel like this is a show they’d normally do, but very good regardless. Brass has really cleaned up, great performance Cavies!!! Phantom: WOW WOW WOW!!!!!! This corps just keeps blowing mind more each time o see them!!! Their best show in I don’t know how long. Guard is on another level, possibly the best PR’s ever had. Duet soloist are unreal, brass and perc are straight 🔥🔥🔥, I mean wow PR, just wow. Might be the show I’m most excited to see Thursday, not enough words to describe how much I love this show, incredible job PR, SUTA!!! Boston: BOSTON!!!! What a production they’re putting on!!! The new ending is SOOOO much better, guard is out of this world and my god do they sound incredible!!! GE is off the charts, drill is so entertaining, might be my favorite BAC show ever. They are doing an amazing just portraying the theme, and the uniforms look great!!! Could def see them snagging the silver this year, won’t be easy but definitely possible, amazing job Boston!!! Mandarins: SOOO ENTERTAINING!!! God this show is so fun to watch!! Ballad is definitely the highlight for me, so beautiful with tons of musical expression. Drill is great, some parts musically I feel they are overpowering, causing some very minor tuning issues but that will be fixed very soon. Love the trio after the ballad, and just an amazingly designed show!! Biggest compliment is no spiny props Wonderful job Mandies!!! BD: Marching and Music is amazing, show design is just Meh. Like I don’t understand at all what the theme is, and it makes me kinda sad. Last year they had my favorite show, but I just can’t understand how this is in any way about “The Romantics”. Everything just feels like a step down from last 2 seasons. Guard and Perc are pretty dirty for them, which is like never and issue around this time, but some pretty exposed drops. They will still finish well, and the drill is Very cool, love the different box drill that gets bigger across the field, and they have some cool musical moments, just not my cup of tea, but they are performing the heck out of the show, amazing job BD!! Blooo: They are going to win this year! Crow: HOLY BRASS!!!! I haven’t seen them in a while and they have improved a TON!! Guard was also wow. This will probably be 4th, but medaling is still possible for them. I don’t understand the small usage of the big tower, they could do so much more with it, but yeah they were fantastic, just need that finishing touch!! And I do feel like it’s lacking in something, idk what yet, just feels almost not as challenging, but they still sound fantastic ! Amazing job Crown!!! packwick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubalord11 Posted July 17 Author Report Share Posted July 17 Here’s my scores/caption thoughts: everything is as it should be. I think Crowns brass was the biggest surprise for me, but I do understand the gap. Otherwise yeah, Bloo looking mighty strong rn, and hoping BAC can take second, amazing job tonight everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarinetistkai05 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 5 minutes ago, Tubalord11 said: Here’s my scores/caption thoughts: everything is as it should be. I think Crowns brass was the biggest surprise for me, but I do understand the gap. Otherwise yeah, Bloo looking mighty strong rn, and hoping BAC can take second, amazing job tonight everyone! Hoping in my heart Bloo wins! My favorites so far this season besides Boston & Bloo have been Troopers and Mandies . I can’t wait for DCI McKinney because I get to see them BOTH!!! Tubalord11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarinetistkai05 Posted July 17 Report Share Posted July 17 On 7/15/2024 at 12:50 PM, Tubalord11 said: Troopers will be fine i promise. Once drill cleans up they will jump in score a good amount, could end up 9th at the highest imo, I have them in 10th rn but they will be fine. They definitely will be top 12 fs I literally have ranted to anyone and everyone about the Troopers, but I love their show so so much, even if it isn’t the best cleanliness wise. I hope they pull through and I know finals is on the horizon for them! (top 12 for sure as you said) LeanderMomma 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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