UIL 6A Area I 2024

[texanbandnerd]

  On 10/23/2024 at 5:09 PM, Sideswiperr said:

Will be a great area to watch this year. Exited and nervous 

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if I am being honest, the way everything is set up this year could be genuinely historic. however, we can't sleep on two bands, both being JET and Tompkins. I'll start with Tompkins, their opener is genuinely the best written for their members, and they perform it amazingly, and if they get foot timing clean enough, the visual color mixing and "dizziness" will get them BIG points at UIL. It's up to them to musically blow me away for the rest of the show though. Now, JET has the opportunity to genuinely come out of nowhere and upset everyone. Visually the best in KatyISD, but musically they lack the WOW factor that UIL judges look for. Everytime I have seen them perform, they always tear during their Vesuvius lick, and if they can get that clean and make the rest of the show as exciting as other shows like 7L or Jordan, I can easily see them beating out a powerhouse to get that 5th spot. 

 

Other than that, I have this as my final rankings going into next week post-region 23

1. Bridgeland (duh)

2. Cy-Woods 

3. Jordan or Cy-Fair

4. Jordan or Cy-Fair

5. 7L or JET

6. 7L or JET

7. Tompkins

8. Cinco

9. Langham Creek

10. Katy

[Sideswiperr]

  On 10/24/2024 at 2:13 AM, texanbandnerd said:

if I am being honest, the way everything is set up this year could be genuinely historic. however, we can't sleep on two bands, both being JET and Tompkins. I'll start with Tompkins, their opener is genuinely the best written for their members, and they perform it amazingly, and if they get foot timing clean enough, the visual color mixing and "dizziness" will get them BIG points at UIL. It's up to them to musically blow me away for the rest of the show though. Now, JET has the opportunity to genuinely come out of nowhere and upset everyone. Visually the best in KatyISD, but musically they lack the WOW factor that UIL judges look for. Everytime I have seen them perform, they always tear during their Vesuvius lick, and if they can get that clean and make the rest of the show as exciting as other shows like 7L or Jordan, I can easily see them beating out a powerhouse to get that 5th spot. 

 

Other than that, I have this as my final rankings going into next week post-region 23

1. Bridgeland (duh)

2. Cy-Woods 

3. Jordan or Cy-Fair

4. Jordan or Cy-Fair

5. 7L or JET

6. 7L or JET

7. Tompkins

8. Cinco

9. Langham Creek

10. Katy

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This really could be a historic year, some things that have never happened may happen..

[AWF2014]

  On 10/23/2024 at 11:32 PM, TypicalBandNerd said:

Cy Woods historically (as of recent years) has always been a program that starts the season off slow, but finishes strong. So, their early season results usually aren’t the best indicator of how the rest of their season will go. This year though, they seem to be making that extra push to break into the next level after their very strong showing at TMC. Which makes me very excited to see the end result if they keep the momentum going, which I’m sure they are.

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Woods started focusing on efficient rehearsals as soon as they started summer band and this is the fastest they have learned/cleaned a show. I’m hoping they can continue improving as they have in the past. After seeing the show all put together in uniform, I  decided I really like their show. Wasn’t sure how it would go before I saw it. The kids like the show too and their buy in helps sell it. They do have some work to do though and, being in the middle of Bandtober, everyone is feeling tired. I think the competition is really tough this year and things could go any number of directions. It’s exciting to see so much talent in the area!

[bassboneman]

  On 10/24/2024 at 2:13 AM, texanbandnerd said:

if I am being honest, the way everything is set up this year could be genuinely historic.

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Very true! Also, it sets the stage for the coming years. 

[bassboneman]

  On 10/23/2024 at 2:54 AM, kodml000 said:

These bands consistently make 1s at the region contest minus Northbrook. I think it's safe to assume 5 spots are at area.

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Very much so. This area really needs those 6 state spots tho.

[kodml000]

  On 10/24/2024 at 2:29 PM, bassboneman said:

Very much so. This area really needs those 6 state spots tho.

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Believe me I want 6 state spots so badly 😭

Unfortunately we have to deal with the hand we are dealt so we will see what happens!

[bassboneman]

  On 10/24/2024 at 2:31 PM, kodml000 said:

Believe me I want 6 state spots so badly 😭

Unfortunately we have to deal with the hand we are dealt so we will see what happens!

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Yeah... Last year Jordan should have gone to state. But their was no 6th spot 

[ndndbfjfj]

  On 10/24/2024 at 2:31 PM, kodml000 said:

Believe me I want 6 state spots so badly 😭

Unfortunately we have to deal with the hand we are dealt so we will see what happens!

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Would this mean 12 finalists? Also, when would the schedule come out after region 27?

[bassboneman]

  On 10/24/2024 at 4:32 PM, ndndbfjfj said:

Would this mean 12 finalists? Also, when would the schedule come out after region 27?

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Yes it would mean 12 finalists. Not sure when the schedule comes out.

[Hags CSHS TPT]

  On 10/24/2024 at 4:45 PM, bassboneman said:

Yes it would mean 12 finalists. Not sure when the schedule comes out.

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The sceduale would most likely come out Sunday or Monday. If it comes out right after the region contest Saturday that would be a miracle lol. 

[121311313]

I kinda feel like this isn't talked about enough but what do you guys think of the solos in all the bands this year? Anything you think should've been on a different instrument?

[oddlynormal]

I can see Cypress Woods pulling the upset and win the area.  Their show is CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN and absolutely the most musical product they have put out.  Bridgeland is a fierce competitor, but Woods' show will likely score better on an Area sheet.  Cy-Fair will be in there too.  Now it is down to Jordan, Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes and Taylor.  I seriously think Taylor can snatch one of those spots.  Seven Lakes' show could score better on an Area sheet compared to Jordan.  

I do not envy those judges.  Man, this will be a tough contest to call.  Looks like 5 will advance. 

[fsc]

  On 10/25/2024 at 11:51 AM, oddlynormal said:

I can see Cypress Woods pulling the upset and win the area.  Their show is CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN and absolutely the most musical product they have put out.  Bridgeland is a fierce competitor, but Woods' show will likely score better on an Area sheet.  Cy-Fair will be in there too.  Now it is down to Jordan, Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes and Taylor.  I seriously think Taylor can snatch one of those spots.  Seven Lakes' show could score better on an Area sheet compared to Jordan.  

I do not envy those judges.  Man, this will be a tough contest to call.  Looks like 5 will advance. 

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Seeing a new area champion would be bliss

[ruben_f]

  On 10/25/2024 at 11:51 AM, oddlynormal said:

Now it is down to Jordan, Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes and Taylor.  I seriously think Taylor can snatch one of those spots. 

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Taylor and Jordan are clean. Cinco is almost getting there!! it going to be though decision for that 5th state spot 🫣

 

[AWF2014]

  On 10/25/2024 at 11:51 AM, oddlynormal said:

I can see Cypress Woods pulling the upset and win the area.  Their show is CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN and absolutely the most musical product they have put out.  Bridgeland is a fierce competitor, but Woods' show will likely score better on an Area sheet.  Cy-Fair will be in there too.  Now it is down to Jordan, Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes and Taylor.  I seriously think Taylor can snatch one of those spots.  Seven Lakes' show could score better on an Area sheet compared to Jordan.  

I do not envy those judges.  Man, this will be a tough contest to call.  Looks like 5 will advance. 

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As a Woods parent, Woods being first would be amazing. But I wonder if the show is geared more towards BOA than area? It's not really the typical UIL show.

[tubapop]

  On 10/25/2024 at 11:51 AM, oddlynormal said:

I can see Cypress Woods pulling the upset and win the area.  Their show is CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN and absolutely the most musical product they have put out.  Bridgeland is a fierce competitor, but Woods' show will likely score better on an Area sheet.  Cy-Fair will be in there too.  Now it is down to Jordan, Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes and Taylor.  I seriously think Taylor can snatch one of those spots.  Seven Lakes' show could score better on an Area sheet compared to Jordan.  

I do not envy those judges.  Man, this will be a tough contest to call.  Looks like 5 will advance. 

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I don't think Woods' show complexity is enough to win area, tbh.

[Hags CSHS TPT]

  On 10/25/2024 at 3:13 PM, ruben_f said:

Taylor and Jordan are clean. Cinco is almost getting there!! it going to be though decision for that 5th state spot 🫣

 

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Taylor and Jordon are amazing this year as well as Cinco (LEMONSSSS!!!). I really hope Jordon makes state this year.

[AWF2014]

  On 10/25/2024 at 4:02 PM, tubapop said:

I don't think Woods' show complexity is enough to win area, tbh.

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I agree I’m not sure it is difficult enough 

[ruben_f]

just to let y’all know 

There a rain chance for next Saturday, morning ish hours 

So bring that umbrella! ☂️

hopefully it doesn’t affect any bands

[oddlynormal]

  On 10/25/2024 at 4:25 PM, AWF2014 said:

I agree I’m not sure it is difficult enough 

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Complexity is not scored heavily until the state contest.  Area is all about achievement and SOME design elements.  The band who performs what they do the best will win.  Woods has a very clean and highly well performed show.  If they score according to the sheet it will be tough to deny them.  

[Hags CSHS TPT]

  On 10/25/2024 at 6:22 PM, ruben_f said:

just to let y’all know 

There a rain chance for next Saturday, morning ish hours 

So bring that umbrella! ☂️

hopefully it doesn’t affect any bands

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I really hope it doesn’t rain too bad to the point where they have to postpone the comp overall 😭

[Clamp]

  On 10/25/2024 at 6:56 PM, Hags CSHS TPT said:

I really hope it doesn’t rain too bad to the point where they have to postpone the comp overall 😭

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If that were to happen when would they reschedule?

[AWF2014]

  On 10/25/2024 at 6:22 PM, ruben_f said:

just to let y’all know 

There a rain chance for next Saturday, morning ish hours 

So bring that umbrella! ☂️

hopefully it doesn’t affect any bands

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I only see fog forecast for tomorrow 

[Sideswiperr]

  On 10/25/2024 at 11:31 PM, AWF2014 said:

I only see fog forecast for tomorrow 

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Next Saturday(area) just to clarify 

[Hags CSHS TPT]

  On 10/25/2024 at 11:22 PM, Clamp said:

If that were to happen when would they reschedule?

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Most likely Monday the 4th or Tuesday the 5th since majority of the bands there don’t have school on those days because of voting.