2021 6A UIL SMBC (Nov. 8 & 9)

[Xenon]

FYI, Recaps are not to be posted here until after the conclusion of Finals Awards as that is UIL's policy for when Recaps are officially publicly posted.

[BandFan59]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:42 AM, danielneubecker said:

if hebron went to grand nats this year i could honestly see it winning the whole thing. there simply are no words to describe how clean and unmatched its become over the past month. i also think they will definitely become the 6A champs

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It would be without a doubt the best show they have taken there (360 and Among the Stars were FANTASTIC but Penstriped is on a different level for me). Broken Arrow this year though is looking incredible, the best they've looked since 2016. To see those two go up against each other like in 2015 would be magnificent.

[The Dance Of Spring]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:43 AM, Xenon said:

FYI, Recaps are not to be posted here until after the conclusion of Finals Awards as that is UIL's policy for when Recaps are officially publicly posted.

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But people can post fake recaps and discredit bands? That’s not right.

[Vidal28]

That music ensemble judging still puzzles me somewhat🤔🙃

[Vandy_Insider]

if you want the official recaps dm me cause they are gonna get taken down here

[Time Warp]

This is just chaotic

[contrabassclarinet]

Pearland and Seven Lakes were truly great this year. It’s a real shame we didn’t have any Houston bands in finals this year, especially with just how close they were. Cypress Woods in 29th feels absurdly low. Like, I understand no finals- there are tons of excellent programs here. But a 29th placement is contrary to everything displayed by the program this year. Jersey Village and Bridgeland felt a little low as well, but not as upsetting as Woods.

[Xenon]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:44 AM, The Dance Of Spring said:

But people can post fake recaps and discredit bands? That’s not right.

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I'm working on taking those down too.

[Josegjr]

Recap DM would be great!

[BandFan59]

Flower Mound's music scores are a bit concerning right now. Really hope they're able to fine tune them with another run in the Alamodome before they head to Indianapolis.

[Vidal28]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:44 AM, BandFan59 said:

It would be without a doubt the best show they have taken there (360 and Among the Stars were FANTASTIC but Penstriped is on a different level for me). Broken Arrow this year though is looking incredible, the best they've looked since 2016. To see those two go up against each other like in 2015 would be magnificent.

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I can’t imagine hearing this much positivity about Hebron’s potential just several weeks ago, just proves how much things can change when you get to show everyone why you’re one of the CONSISTENT top performing marching bands in the state and in the country, along with the marvelous musical capabilities that are fairly unrivaled in the activity, trying to phrase it as humbly as I can, hopefully I did that. I think it’s just a matter of embracing and not taking for granted what they bring to the table for all of us that get the opportunity to watch them, as I know I always do when I see them, I just take it all in😊

[box5sop]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:50 AM, Vidal28 said:

I can’t imagine hearing this much positivity about Hebron’s potential just several weeks ago, just proves how much things can change when you get to show everyone why you’re one of the CONSISTENT top performing marching bands in the state and in the country, along with the marvelous musical capabilities that are fairly unrivaled in the activity, trying to phrase it as humbly as I can, hopefully I did that. I think it’s just a matter of embracing and not taking for granted what they bring to the table for all of us that get the opportunity to watch them, as I know I always do when I see them, I just take it all in😊

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I think it took everyone seeing them in person to get it (or at least it did for me). I may not understand the theme if they have one, but my attention was unwavering the entire show because of the absurd level of demand and then EQUAL level of execution those kids were pulling off. Gave me and the other techs I was sitting with a lot to talk about design wise. I'm normally all about thematic shows (hello Woodlands) but it was immediately apparent Hebron is just on a different level this year after watching finals in San Antonio. 

[saxplayer]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:09 AM, slowbrass said:

If the recap fairy does visit this thread, please* put me on your list.

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Same

[Vidal28]

  On 11/9/2021 at 4:16 AM, box5sop said:

I think it took everyone seeing them in person to get it (or at least it did for me). I may not understand the theme if they have one, but my attention was unwavering the entire show because of the absurd level of demand and then EQUAL level of execution those kids were pulling off. Gave me and the other techs I was sitting with a lot to talk about design wise. I'm normally all about thematic shows (hello Woodlands) but it was immediately apparent Hebron is just on a different level this year after watching finals in San Antonio. 

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That’s pretty much what I’m getting at. I’m personally already on board with anything I see from them, and I got to see them early hs football season EARLY, and they were already so good only seeing like 3 minutes of the show at that point😂 and also then a month later seeing them at BOA DFW always taking my place right up close just to the right of the 50, fully expecting to be blown away and still walking away amazed, for me the night was won by them, even then but the scores said otherwise. I think the direction that the students get at Hebron isn’t often discussed either, the students always are on the ball, focused and prepared, and it shows, always seeming like they make the challenge even more difficult every year when we’re all thinking, how does a high school do this? To begin with😂

[Franus]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:49 AM, Josegjr said:

Recap DM would be great!

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Same please

[Franus]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:40 AM, timochip said:

bout to post full recap

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Please dm

[zoomer]

SFA with a solid placement considering they were the smallest band here.

[Scansion]

Minor detail but I really like that Hebron keeps their uniforms the same but changes the attachments (pen tip this year) on the Shakos for their programs. 

[packwick]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:50 AM, Vidal28 said:

I can’t imagine hearing this much positivity about Hebron’s potential just several weeks ago, just proves how much things can change when you get to show everyone why you’re one of the CONSISTENT top performing marching bands in the state and in the country, along with the marvelous musical capabilities that are fairly unrivaled in the activity, trying to phrase it as humbly as I can, hopefully I did that. I think it’s just a matter of embracing and not taking for granted what they bring to the table for all of us that get the opportunity to watch them, as I know I always do when I see them, I just take it all in😊

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i don't think this is really accurate, is it? people "took for granted" what Hebron brought to the table? it actually seems like the case for Hebron was building as we got closer to San Antonio. with no direct match-ups, either, which is impressive. see page 6 of the BOA San Antonio thread. several highly positive remarks, and straight up speculation they could win. i think the real problem is that people fixate on the critiques to the point where they ignore the favorable stuff.

[peshbandkid]

Does anyone have footage of Marcus' show? I've only been able to see from the end zone this year

[JTApex]

  On 11/9/2021 at 4:28 AM, Vidal28 said:

That’s pretty much what I’m getting at. I’m personally already on board with anything I see from them, and I got to see them early hs football season EARLY, and they were already so good only seeing like 3 minutes of the show at that point😂 and also then a month later seeing them at BOA DFW always taking my place right up close just to the right of the 50, fully expecting to be blown away and still walking away amazed, for me the night was won by them, even then but the scores said otherwise. I think the direction that the students get at Hebron isn’t often discussed either, the students always are on the ball, focused and prepared, and it shows, always seeming like they make the challenge even more difficult every year when we’re all thinking, how does a high school do this? To begin with😂

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As a parent of two former Hebron band members, I can’t even begin to express the appreciation I have for Mr. Sealy. He expects a high level of commitment, musicianship, and personal responsibility from his students all while making band an enjoyable experience. He is always teaching, teaching music, teaching professionalism, teaching sportsmanship, teaching work ethic, etc. My kids were better prepared than many of their friends to move on to college and beyond because of their association with the Hebron band and Andy Sealy. 

[Rubisco]

  On 11/9/2021 at 5:06 AM, packwick said:

i don't think this is really accurate, is it? people "took for granted" what Hebron brought to the table? it actually seems like the case for Hebron was building as we got closer to San Antonio. with no direct match-ups, either, which is impressive. see page 6 of the BOA San Antonio thread. several highly positive remarks, and straight up speculation they could win. i think the real problem is that people fixate on the critiques to the point where they ignore the favorable stuff.

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I do think there may have been a bit of an opinion toward Hebron that was something like, "Of course they're great musically! But..." yada yada yada -- an opinion not shared by everyone, I'm sure. To my mind, every group has strengths and weaknesses. But yeah, I would agree that the post you quoted seems a bit of an exaggeration.

Oh, and to your final point: A-f***ing-men! Preach! 😂

[LoudBaritone]

I honestly just got into this stuff and I was really impressed with The Woodlands College Park this year especially after the rough 2 years they've had.  I really liked there trumpet soloist he was pretty good.  In the rankings they were ranked pretty high in the visual ensemble (13th and 14th) which is pretty interesting since I do not remember them as a visual ensemble band I see them more as a band who can throw it down on music. Anyone else find CP really interesting this year and possibly see them as a band to watch out for in the coming years?

[Rubisco]

Also, just dropping in to say: regardless of what happens here at UIL 6A State, don't take it to mean that's probably where the bands going to Nationals will land later this week. I know it's obvious for most of us, but still!

[dvillealumni2018]

  On 11/9/2021 at 3:45 AM, timochip said:

if you want the official recaps dm me cause they are gonna get taken down here

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can you dm results please, thank you.