2017 State Marching Contest (1A,2A,3A,5A)

[basstrumpetsnare]

  On 11/6/2017 at 8:52 PM, julagu78 said:

One El Paso school will surprise everyone, my guess would have to be Bel Air. This is in 5A

I agree with this, I think there will be a dark horse from all the way out west, based on looking at Borderland Marching which is the site for all the bands out West, it looks like Bel Air will be that dark horse in State.

[8to5brass]

  On 11/6/2017 at 11:20 PM, basstrumpetsnare said:

 

I agree with this, I think there will be a dark horse from all the way out west, based on looking at Borderland Marching which is the site for all the bands out West, it looks like Bel Air will be that dark horse in State.

I also think there will be a dark horse from Area E and that it will be Tomball Memorial...I managed to catch their rehearsal tonight and WOW the sound coming out of them it was definitely a finals performance sound. I have been closely watching them improve in leaps and bounds the past few weeks, and though many leave them off their lists, I think they can be a force to reckon with.

[bingogooberman]

Finally watched Roma's show and they feel pretty safely in finals for me- they sound AMAZING and while they're definitely marching at a bit more languid pace than some other contenders, it's almost flawlessly executed so I don't imagine UIL judges will care about that- I have them pretty deep into finals but we shall see

[GeekyBandMom]

  On 11/7/2017 at 12:34 AM, bingogooberman said:

Finally watched Roma's show and they feel pretty safely in finals for me- they sound AMAZING and while they're definitely marching at a bit more languid pace than some other contenders, it's almost flawlessly executed so I don't imagine UIL judges will care about that- I have them pretty deep into finals but we shall see

Roma is without question my favorite somewhat non-traditional (only because of the horns) to get into finals. I can't wait to see how high their music score is. Can't wait to hear them in the dome!

[GeekyBandMom]

  On 11/7/2017 at 12:07 AM, 8to5brass said:

I also think there will be a dark horse from Area E and that it will be Tomball Memorial...I managed to catch their rehearsal tonight and WOW the sound coming out of them it was definitely a finals performance sound. I have been closely watching them improve in leaps and bounds the past few weeks, and though many leave them off their lists, I think they can be a force to reckon with.

I love a dark horse! I think a lot of groups are really bringing it on this year. I don't think this is a fight just for silver or bronze. Some really polished groups are going to shine Wednesday night. Fun stuff!

[Danpod]

2A State Finalsts (Performance Order):

Irion County

Valley Mills
Kerens
Forsan
Clarksville
Panhandle
New Deal

[NETexasBandFan]

  On 11/7/2017 at 4:16 AM, Danpod said:

2A State Finalsts (Performance Order):

 

Irion County

Valley Mills

Kerens

Forsan

Clarksville

Panhandle

New Deal

Sundown didn't make finals? I haven't seen them this year but considering how long they dominated 2A, that amazes me.

[Danpod]

  On 11/7/2017 at 4:51 AM, xol727 said:

Sundown didn't make finals? I haven't seen them this year but considering how long they dominated 2A, that amazes me.

 

Going on first didn't help things, but I was a little more surprised that Timpson didn't make it in.

[NETexasBandFan]

  On 11/7/2017 at 4:59 AM, Danpod said:

Going on first didn't help things, but I was a little more surprised that Timpson didn't make it in.

You're not the only one surprised about Timpson, VERY fine military band and has been doing amazing this year. Everyone here from their area is amazed that they didn't.

[NETexasBandFan]

Anyone have any last minute thoughts for tomorrow with 2A finals and 3A?

[Danpod]

  On 11/7/2017 at 5:46 AM, xol727 said:

Anyone have any last minute thoughts for tomorrow with 2A finals and 3A?

 

With a solid performance, Clarksville can take the title.  They move significantly faster and with more difficulty than everyone else.  They sound great as well!

 

I have a feeling Mineola is going to bash people's heads in later today.

[laurav]

1. Richland. Without a Doubt

 

Richland's Honor's Band got 2nd in Music for All National Competition in 2017.  Fortunately for us spectators - These same Musicians March, too. Richland's  Marching music this year is phenomenal along with their timing, lines and marching. Their music is complex for marching and unlike other shows you normally see.  Richland is spot on this year and a great representation of Texas.

 

I look forward to seeing them in San Antonio.

[Band band band 212]

  On 11/7/2017 at 3:02 PM, laurav said:

1. Richland. Without a Doubt

 

Richland's Honor's Band got 2nd in Music for All National Competition in 2017. Fortunately for us spectators - These same Musicians March, too. Richland's Marching music this year is phenomenal along with their timing, lines and marching. Their music is complex for marching and unlike other shows you normally see. Richland is spot on this year and a great representation of Texas.

 

I look forward to seeing them in San Antonio.

Agreed ! I also watched birdville last night at there send off and wow the improvement ! Both birdville schools are truly killer

[Danpod]

2A Finals Awards Retreat is on NOW!!!!!

If you like me, you'll tune in to our live blog

[Danpod]

2A Finals Placements:

State Champion - Clarksville
Silver Medalist - Valley Mills
Bronze Medalist - Irion County
4th Place - Forsan
5th Place - New Deal
6th Place - Panhandle
7th Place - Kerens

[Omega]

So do people like the full retreat for finals this year or not?

[Danpod]

  On 11/7/2017 at 5:15 PM, Omega said:

So do people like the full retreat for finals this year or not?

 

People seem to like it.  The students don't really follow the cue to break ranks when they are told since they usually don't do anything unless their director or Drum Major tells them.  The announcement is a little confusing, but maybe they'll fix it soon.

[julagu78]

  On 11/7/2017 at 4:50 PM, Danpod said:

2A Finals Awards Retreat is on NOW!!!!!

 

If you like me, you'll tune in to our live blog

 where can we find your live blog?

[Danpod]

  On 11/7/2017 at 7:10 PM, julagu78 said:

 where can we find your live blog?

 

http://txbands.com

 

The front page is already turned on to direct you to the blog!

[Danpod]

2A Recaps are up:
http://utdirect.utexas.edu/uilsmbc/lbw2_sched_results.WBX?s_conference=2A&s_round=2&s_display_sw=R

 

Clarksville won the 2A Title via UIL's 2-And-1 rule:

If a band gets first place from TWO music judges and ONE marching judge in State Finals, they are automatically certified as State Champion.

[SamuelCulper]

  On 11/7/2017 at 5:18 PM, Danpod said:

People seem to like it. The students don't really follow the cue to break ranks when they are told since they usually don't do anything unless their director or Drum Major tells them. The announcement is a little confusing, but maybe they'll fix it soon.

Bigger bands with BOA finals experience will probably get it better.

[Danpod]

BREAKING NEWS:

The Chick-Fil-A stand at The Alamodome has run out of Chick-Fil-A Sauce.  More on this story as it develops.
 

[Omega]

  On 11/7/2017 at 8:37 PM, Danpod said:

BREAKING NEWS:

 

The Chick-Fil-A stand at The Alamodome has run out of Chick-Fil-A Sauce. More on this story as it develops.

 

well let’s just end the contest now. If that sauce is not replenished I don’t think we can rely on the judges to accurately judge. Send em all home until this is fixed.

[Danpod]

  On 11/7/2017 at 10:10 PM, Omega said:

well let’s just end the contest now. If that sauce is not replenished I don’t think we can rely on the judges to accurately judge. Send em all home until this is fixed.

 

Agreed, buddy.  FRITO PIE AND CHICK FIL A FOR ALL!!!!

[MadisonBandMan1]

Forget music for all, I want Frito pie for all!