Jelonfish Posted October 12, 2017 Posted October 12, 2017 On 10/12/2017 at 7:00 PM, herbaflerb said: Oops. I heard that they didn't have their show ready yet. I believe all they have to do is add an outro I think . I'm not 100 percent show but I mean that's what I've heard and I think they are just adding a lot of General effect and visual stuff Quote
herbaflerb Posted October 13, 2017 Posted October 13, 2017 On 10/12/2017 at 7:30 PM, Jelonfish said: I believe all they have to do is add an outro I think . I'm not 100 percent show but I mean that's what I've heard and I think they are just adding a lot of General effect and visual stuff Oh, okay. Have a link to their latest performance? Quote
Jelonfish Posted October 13, 2017 Posted October 13, 2017 Sadly no because once there videos get posted it gets taken down asap because I think there director is trying to make it this big thing and have like atlanta be there big thing. So I'm unable to find and videos of them and when I do they get taken down within an hour Quote
herbaflerb Posted October 13, 2017 Posted October 13, 2017 On 10/13/2017 at 7:33 PM, Jelonfish said: Sadly no because once there videos get posted it gets taken down asap because I think there director is trying to make it this big thing and have like atlanta be there big thing. So I'm unable to find and videos of them and when I do they get taken down within an hour Ah. That's too bad. I wanted to see the additions Quote
Jelonfish Posted October 13, 2017 Posted October 13, 2017 On 10/13/2017 at 7:36 PM, herbaflerb said: Ah. That's too bad. I wanted to see the additions I'm pretty sure they are trying to keep it on the hush hush to be a suprise for Atlanta LM1047 1 Quote
herbaflerb Posted October 13, 2017 Posted October 13, 2017 On 10/13/2017 at 7:39 PM, Jelonfish said: I'm pretty sure they are trying to keep it on the hush hush to be a suprise for Atlanta Yeah, I get that. Super excited! Quote
Jelonfish Posted October 15, 2017 Posted October 15, 2017 Less then 2 weeks away any more thoughts on some groups Quote
Band2013 Posted October 16, 2017 Posted October 16, 2017 My predictionsTop Five:Tarpon Springs H.S., FL - Now there is not much I can say about this group, the only thing is that they have to be careful musically. A group like Cedar Ridge can easily steal away the music caption from them. Last year Dobyns-Bennett won music so it will be interesting to see what happens with two strong Texas groups coming to compete. Cedar Ridge H.S., TX - I have seen their show several times in the past weeks, and I am very impressed with their improvement, they have improved a lot since BOA Austin. I think their show will fare better in Atlanta because it is a BOA type show. Now I have one reservation, and it always goes back to them visually. Their lowest scores at boa have been in the visual caption; now I believe it has to be because of a change in style a few years back. When they first started in 2010, they used bent leg, and now they are using straight leg I noticed this last year. However, they do look cleaner because of this change they are still a young group, with age comes refinement. They came in 6th at Austin but that was weeks ago, they will use scores and feedback from their exhibition performance at TMC to improve themselves. *I have another prediction, if they don't place 2nd here with a great score, they may miss finals in San Antonio. It's just too competitive in Texas these days, with a strong 2nd place finish it may boost their confidence pushing them into the end of the season. Haltom H.S., TX - I have seen both them and Keller live about two weeks ago at a football game, they are another group contending for silver. Because of Keller, I was able to gage them off each other, which Keller seemed more put together and stronger musically then Haltom. Now Haltom did win Broken Arrow Invitational that same weekend but by a slim .70 over Richland. Now you have to be careful when using non-boa scores because you never know how they will match up contest to contest. Broken Arrow Invitational was competitive but on a lower scale. Groups like Union and Owasso were not present which along with Broken Arrow are the best in that region. Haltom will have to compete against groups like Tarpon, Cedar Ridge, and Wando in Atlanta all three of which were BOA Grand National finalist (in recent years*). Their goal should be to beat Cedar Ridge in both Music and General Effect. As stated above Cedar Ridge struggles visually so Haltom will have to use that to their advantage and raise their score in GE. Wando H.S., SC - At this contest, Wando has fluctuated over the years from a low 10th place in 2015 to placing 2nd with a 90.60, one point away from Tarpon Springs. After watching some videos I think they can be an easy top 4 finalist, Atlanta is nowhere near as competitive as San Antonio which leaves a lot of room for bands to one-up each other. I have them coming in at 4th because I believe they will struggle to fight the TX groups musically. In 2016 they took the visual caption which was a huge surprise because of Tarpon!!! I saw some comment that they have one of the best visual programs in the nation, that may be true, but anything can happen in marching band. Wando will have to improve themselves all around if they want to walk away with the silver. They are a great group and remember they have had years of success, so they are not to be underestimated. Park Vista H.S., FL - Placed 4th last year, so they are the third strongest returner this year. They could pose a threat and even medal if the other groups are not on their toes. What I like about this group is like Tarpon they are very "performance" oriented which help tons with GE. Always great to have a wild card in the mix.Bottom Five:Walton H.S., GAJames F. Byrnes H.S., SCHillgrove H.S., GAKennesaw Mountain H.S., GALafayette H.S., LA herbaflerb 1 Quote
TXMarchingMadness87654 Posted October 16, 2017 Posted October 16, 2017 My memory's not what it used to be...when do they usually get the schedule up for these contests? (Yes, I'm anxiously awaiting...lol) Quote
Jelonfish Posted October 16, 2017 Posted October 16, 2017 On 10/16/2017 at 8:25 PM, TXMarchingMadness87654 said: My memory's not what it used to be...when do they usually get the schedule up for these contests? (Yes, I'm anxiously awaiting...lol) Same I thought it would be up today but nothing yet so w wait more sadly Quote
Band2013 Posted October 16, 2017 Posted October 16, 2017 On 10/16/2017 at 8:25 PM, TXMarchingMadness87654 said: My memory's not what it used to be...when do they usually get the schedule up for these contests? (Yes, I'm anxiously awaiting...lol) They usually* have it up one week prior (give or take a few days) so hopefully in the next few days; we will see the prelims performance times Quote
Jelonfish Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 Tarpon springs https://youtu.be/y1Ck_CVirPU After watching I don't think they are as good as the past I could definitely see a Texas group over throwing them in music and maybe even general effect . Who knows I expected better . I feel like it was very cheesy and eh Quote
principalagent Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 On 10/17/2017 at 6:24 PM, Jelonfish said: Tarpon springs https://youtu.be/y1Ck_CVirPU After watching I don't think they are as good as the past I could definitely see a Texas group over throwing them in music and maybe even general effect . Who knows I expected better . I feel like it was very cheesy and eh I don’t know, after watching this I have them winning quite firmly (and I strongly dislike the show). I don’t think music is out of reach for them either. Visual and GE are theirs, almost assuredly. Wando may come close in visual. Quote
Jelonfish Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 On 10/17/2017 at 6:51 PM, principalagent said: I don’t know, after watching this I have them winning quite firmly (and I strongly dislike the show). I don’t think music is out of reach for them either. Visual and GE are theirs, almost assuredly. Wando may come close in visual. I feel like it's also the name ! I really really dislike It but they prob will win although I believe personally they shouldn't Quote
LeanderMomma Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 On 10/17/2017 at 6:51 PM, principalagent said: I don’t know, after watching this I have them winning quite firmly (and I strongly dislike the show). I don’t think music is out of reach for them either. Visual and GE are theirs, almost assuredly. Wando may come close in visual. Ugh, you're right. It's cringy, but they'll probably win. I do like the drum major, though! I feel like the bikes running onto the field is a copy of BA and their gocarts. I definitely liked last year's show far better, but Tarpon is Tarpon, and they'll likely win Atlanta. Here's hoping we're wrong! Quote
TXMarchingMadness87654 Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 On 10/17/2017 at 6:59 PM, Jelonfish said: I feel like it's also the name ! I really really dislike It but they prob will win although I believe personally they shouldn't I have never actually seen one of their shows before. It wasn't really my cup o' tea, but it's kinda hard to gauge from the angle. I always like watching shows from up high high high in the stands. lol They sound good to me, though, albeit, there were times where I felt like Chandler Bing...do they have to be SO LOUD? haha My age is showing. I'd also love to know how these bands get so many colorguard! When my child started at Haltom, their #'s had dropped a lot. They've managed to build them back up to a decent amount - thanks to a fantastic colorguard director - but still...while 32 sounds like a lot to me, I see these other bands that just have...astounding #'s. It's difficult to compete at the GE level when colorguard is outnumber 2 or almost 3 to 1! Can I also say I've never been a big fan of using pop hits or rock hits in the show? My age is showing again, I guess. It's just not my dealio. Anyway, I wish Tarpon Springs the best at Atlanta. (*whispers* but I hope Haltom wins hehe) Quote
TXMarchingMadness87654 Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 On 10/16/2017 at 8:51 PM, Band2013 said: They usually* have it up one week prior (give or take a few days) so hopefully in the next few days; we will see the prelims performance times Thank you! I'm just curious as to when our traveling band kiddos will be performing. It seems like there won't be a live feed for Atlanta? Was I reading that right? BUMMER. Oh well, they've called for the alumni parents to volunteer at the Area F competition at the BISD stadium that Saturday anyway...the life of a band parent is never done. Gotta help out, when the current band parents are running off to Atlanta! Quote
LeanderMomma Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 On 10/17/2017 at 7:53 PM, TXMarchingMadness87654 said: Thank you! I'm just curious as to when our traveling band kiddos will be performing. It seems like there won't be a live feed for Atlanta? Was I reading that right? BUMMER. Oh well, they've called for the alumni parents to volunteer at the Area F competition at the BISD stadium that Saturday anyway...the life of a band parent is never done. Gotta help out, when the current band parents are running off to Atlanta! No, they'll be streaming this one. http://www.flomarching.com/event/255876-2017-bands-of-america-atlanta-regional-championship-presented-by-yamaha Quote
Band2013 Posted October 17, 2017 Posted October 17, 2017 Interesting.... Tarpon is Tarpon, so of course, they will have an excellent score. But, remember last year Wando was one point away from them in finals and took home the visual caption. Dobyns-Bennett took the music caption, Texas groups have always done well musically in outside Texas contest. Of course, it will be a fight, but that's what makes this exciting LeanderMomma 1 Quote
Band band band 212 Posted October 18, 2017 Posted October 18, 2017 Just watched haltom at there uil competition and what can I say except wow!! Just incredible. Breathetaking performance. This group is about to throw down next week in Atlanta . They still have so much time and they sound incredible already can't wait to see what is about to happen here. Like WOW !! Quote
Band2013 Posted October 18, 2017 Posted October 18, 2017 If Haltom wins, then they really should consider a grand nationals appearance. I mean any group that has a low name recognition(in the BOA circuit) beating a band like Tarpon could contend for the eagle. Also, they should consider attending San Antonio; I don't believe they attended last year or the previous year. I think they have a shot at taking silver, but if they beat Tarpon, it would be a real shock. However, I do want a Texas group to win Quote
Band band band 212 Posted October 18, 2017 Posted October 18, 2017 On 10/18/2017 at 2:14 AM, Band2013 said: If Haltom wins, then they really should consider a grand nationals appearance. I mean any group that has a low name recognition(in the BOA circuit) beating a band like Tarpon could contend for the eagle. Also, they should consider attending San Antonio; I don't believe they attended last year or the previous year. I think they have a shot at taking silver, but if they beat Tarpon, it would be a real shock. However, I do want a Texas group to win If such thing were to happen. The band world would be shocked ! I can't imagine what would happen Quote
jmartin1056 Posted October 18, 2017 Posted October 18, 2017 Having already performed with a college band in the new Georgia dome, it is an absolutely amazing venue! The kids will remember performing there for a long time! Quote
Band band band 212 Posted October 18, 2017 Posted October 18, 2017 The schedule is out !!! http://www.musicforall.org/images/PDFs/2017/Fall/Fall_Final_Packets/Atlanta/Atlanta_Prelim_Schedule_10-18-17.pdf Quote
principalagent Posted October 18, 2017 Posted October 18, 2017 That last block is no joke. And it seems there will be at least a finalist or two from each block, so pretty decent balance. Quote
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