takigan Posted November 4, 2008 Posted November 4, 2008 Sigaven said: Wow, that's absolutely heartbreaking. I feel so awful for them, all that work they put in, all for nothing. Yeah, they didn't get to do San Antonio and they aren't going to Nationals this year either. It kind of sucks for them being that good and not getting to do any of the major contests that would really challenge them. Quote
Donezo Posted November 4, 2008 Posted November 4, 2008 I am absurdly antsy right now. They'd better announce finalists before I leave work! Quote
selby Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Wow. Gotta say I'm surprised to see Coppell so high up, and also sort of surprised that Marcus managed to beat Bell in prelims. Finals are gonna be interesting. Quote
Donezo Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Not 100% sure of this, but this is the last I've heard of prelims rank: 1. Marcus 2. L. D. Bell 3. Duncanville 4. Coppell 5. Cedar Park 6. Bowie 7. Hebron 8. Richland 9. Churchill 10. Westlake I think Bell is going to have a hard time winning tonight going so far before Marcus. We'll see. Quote
ndnorris7 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 I still stick to what I said. Bell should, and will, win it this year. Quote
bluebellbrass07 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 I think we went on like 3rd when we won in 2004? Don't quote me on that because I really don't remember, but I remember it being somewhat early. I'm hoping they set the bar high, looks like they are going to have to. Though based off their performances this weekend I don't think they'll have to much of a problem with that. Quote
BassoonPadwan Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Heard by word of mouth: Akins got 22nd.... Quote
just_a_texas_girl Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Any word on how Bell did? Where is the blog?? Hey you blog guys...you set the bar high...so when there is not blog...the natives get restless...lol Quote
dtkids Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Please, blog guys...I PROMISE...I'll send in a donation! Please blog for finals! Quote
bluebellbrass07 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 just_a_texas_girl said: Any word on how Bell did? Where is the blog?? Hey you blog guys...you set the bar high...so when there is not blog...the natives get restless...lol Word from the members is that is was much more emotional than prelims and the directors told them that it was the best that they could have done. What more can you ask for really Quote
justamom Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 bluebellbrass07 said: Word from the members is that is was much more emotional than prelims and the directors told them that it was the best that they could have done. What more can you ask for really That's the same thing I heard from my kid just minutes ago. Quote
Jessica Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 ndnorris7 said: To be honest, I could not stand Marcus at the beginning of the year. We competed against them at Plano East and I thought that they were so stuck up. But we met their Drum Majors at the retreat and they were extremely nice. So I've kind of developed a liking for them now. And their shows are extremely creative, props or no props lol. I think that LD Bell is still going to win it though. Marcus had their year two years ago and Bell is definitely loaded for bear this year. They're producing some massive, overpowering sounds. All without much edge. This is an extremely musically talented group. well.. so far bell has shown a pattern of every 4 yrs. lol '00,'04, and now hopefully '08... guess we'll see! Quote
bluebellbrass07 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Word from alex, there likely is not going to be a review after each band. There will be live updates and text alerts when they announce the final placements. I'm sure someone will post a review in the next few days. Until then, go watch the presidential election or something! Or if your like me you are so sick of the election already you could just hang around here and continue to talk about band, haha Quote
ussharpe Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 It's just so da#*ed ironic that after I tell everyone about how great this site is, that the ONE time I felt I could depend on a live blog, it ain't there! Whoever does the commentary is/was great but where is he/she now dammit! Quote
Jessica Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 bluebellbrass07 said: I think we went on like 3rd when we won in 2004? Don't quote me on that because I really don't remember, but I remember it being somewhat early. I'm hoping they set the bar high, looks like they are going to have to. Though based off their performances this weekend I don't think they'll have to much of a problem with that. yea, we went fairly early that yr.. kinda sucked. i think it was third. Quote
bluebellbrass07 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 ussharpe said: It's just so da#*ed ironic that after I tell everyone about how great this site is, that the ONE time I felt I could depend on a live blog, it ain't there! Whoever does the commentary is/was great but where is he/she now dammit! I could go make things up if you like? Lol Quote
ussharpe Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 it'd be better than the election results! Quote
bluebellbrass07 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 ussharpe said: it'd be better than the election results! Yup, considering the way they are looking right now that is.... *sigh* I'm going to go crawl under a rock for the next four years, anybody want to join me... Quote
ussharpe Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Hey! I signed up for the phone thing but I've never gotten anything on the phone. Wazzup??? Quote
just_a_texas_girl Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 I think what everyone is saying is that the guys at txbands actually want to WATCH the shows. Ever video tape stuff? It is like you miss the moments, even though you are filming them. You only get to experience them when you watch what you filmed....so I am sure they want to watch, feel and listen. They will update later. Not to say that I am not bitter about it...LMAO. Quote
ussharpe Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 yeah, but how come I'm not getting any text messages since I signed up? Anybody know? I am registered because I checked. Quote
bluebellbrass07 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 just_a_texas_girl said: I think what everyone is saying is that the guys at txbands actually want to WATCH the shows. Ever video tape stuff? It is like you miss the moments, even though you are filming them. You only get to experience them when you watch what you filmed....so I am sure they want to watch, feel and listen. They will update later. Not to say that I am not bitter about it...LMAO. Correct. They wanted to enjoy the shows And did it not send a confirmation message to your phone when you signed up? Your phone won't get a text everytime the blog is updated, only for results of a contest Quote
BassoonPadwan Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 (edited) bluebellbrass07 said: Yup, considering the way they are looking right now that is.... *sigh* I'm going to go crawl under a rock for the next four years, anybody want to join me... Why don't you just see what comes instead of expecting/hoping for the worst On topic: GO BAND! Edited November 5, 2008 by BassoonPadwan Quote
bluebellbrass07 Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 BassoonPadwan said: Why don't you just see what comes instead of expecting/hoping for the worst Oh please, I was making a joke. Calm down.... Lets try not to get into politics here, we've got enough of that going on as it is! Back to marching band! Any predictions for top three tonight? Quote
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