UIL Area B 2022

[crunchycookie3]

That third block is looking like finalist central to me. Very stacked!

[peshbandkid]

  On 10/21/2022 at 8:05 PM, BandFan59 said:

Ouch, tough draws for Keller and SLC. Both should still make finals, though I'm a little less assured about SLC this year.

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My thoughts exactly. SLC cleaned up a lot from BOA Dallas to Prosper, but I still feel nervous about them

[Cornbdhs]

Would it be ideal for a band to go on right before a lunch break?

[peshbandkid]

  On 10/22/2022 at 6:27 PM, Cornbdhs said:

Would it be ideal for a band to go on right before a lunch break?

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It wholly depends on how well the perform since they're the last thing judges see for an hour. A good impression can boost a school while a average one could set them back

[frenchhornnn]

  On 10/22/2022 at 6:27 PM, Cornbdhs said:

Would it be ideal for a band to go on right before a lunch break?

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right after is usually a little better, judges have a tendency to be in an iffy mood right before since they’re hungry

[Person25]

So knowing that area is in fact this week, and seeing some of these bands perform yesterday how do y’all feel about everything? 

[Band_Daddy]

To State:

Keller

Waxahachie

Coppell

Lake Ridge

SLC

Duncanville 

[Tubalord11]

  On 10/24/2022 at 12:25 AM, Band_Daddy said:

To State:

Keller

Waxahachie

Coppell

Lake Ridge

SLC

Duncanville 

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no Timber Creek. Yes they haven't competed recently but after seeing them at dfw, there's no way they don't make it, especially if they have cleaned up which I'm sure they have. And don't sleep on Bell! they are doing amazing this season  

 

Here's my top 6

1st: Coppell

2nd: Keller

3rd: Waxahachie 

4th: Bell

5th: TC 

6th: SLC/Dville/Lake Ridge 

[Band_Daddy]

  On 10/24/2022 at 1:07 AM, Tubalord11 said:

no Timber Creek. Yes they haven't competed recently but after seeing them at dfw, there's no way they don't make it, especially if they have cleaned up which I'm sure they have. And don't sleep on Bell! they are doing amazing this season  

 

Here's my top 6

1st: Coppell

2nd: Keller

3rd: Waxahachie 

4th: Bell

5th: TC 

6th: SLC/Dville/Lake Ridge 

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Watch this :  https://youtu.be/mv9fK1EEjWU

 

[Tubalord11]

  On 10/24/2022 at 1:50 AM, Band_Daddy said:

Watch this :  https://youtu.be/mv9fK1EEjWU

 

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I have seen this run already, and while I do think it's great, at least imo, they aren't over Bell, who I have seen live at bow dfw (and keep in mind they were over Keller and waxa here), and Timber Creek, but again, just my opinion, as anything could happen here, but I'm definitely rooting Lake Ridge on to make state 

[Band_Daddy]

  On 10/24/2022 at 2:03 AM, Tubalord11 said:

I have seen this run already, and while I do think it's great, at least imo, they aren't over Bell, who I have seen live at bow dfw (and keep in mind they were over Keller and waxa here), and Timber Creek, but again, just my opinion, as anything could happen here, but I'm definitely rooting Lake Ridge on to make state 

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I actually forgot about LD Bell..  They have always been good!  Looks like there is data that indicates they should make it..  Tell me more about TC.   It's too bad that this is such a tough Area.  But at the same time good for us to get to witness. 

[Tubalord11]

  On 10/24/2022 at 2:24 AM, Band_Daddy said:

I actually forgot about LD Bell..  They have always been good!  Looks like there is data that indicates they should make it..  Tell me more about TC.   It's too bad that this is such a tough Area.  But at the same time good for us to get to witness. 

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I saw them at dfw and was just absolutely blown away! They have such a strong and clean sound(especially that brass). They look amazing and it’s a really good show design with plenty mix’s of solos,ensembles and full band sounds! They definitely had a better prelims run hence their lower placement, but wow they are so good this year! But yeah anything could happen, will be probably they bloodiest of area b bloodbaths ever!!! 

[VinoGirl]

It’s UIL. Anything can happen. I am not even going to venture predictions beyond maybe the first two bands. Saturday will be interesting. I literally have no expectations - just gonna see what happens! 

[LostChoirGuy]

I would definitely include Keller Central in the finals bubble.

[flagspinner]

  On 10/24/2022 at 2:40 AM, peshbandkid said:

It's Area Week! After a competitive Duncanville contest, here's how I am feeling about this area. 

1-4: Coppell, Keller, Waxahachie, L.D. Bell

I think these four have created enough separation to advance. Bell was ahead of Keller and Waxa at BOA Dallas, but BOA results don't always translate to UIL results. Still, I think L.D. Bell will still advance with this trio

5-8: Lake Ridge, Duncanville, Southlake Carroll, Timber Creek

Here's where I cannot decide. Lake Ridge has been decent all season long, but so has TC. Not to metion that SLC has cleaned up over time and Duncanville has a MUCH better show design (in my opinion) compared to last year. To be completely honest, I could see any two of these groups go onto state with the top 4

9-14: Keller Central, Lake Highlands, James Martin, Haltom, Berkner, Highland Park

The finals bubble! Again, any combination of four could be in finals.

 

Although this is how I see things going down, results from the 5A contests on Saturday told me we're gonna see even more random judging.

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I definitely agree, we are going to see some random judging here! One of the judges for this competition was also a judge at BOA DFW and Keller lost tons of visual points for not having their tarps in. I'd be surprised if they crack top 5 at this comp.

[Band_Daddy]

I think they got missed because they don't show 'Keller Central' on the schedule but just 'Central'..  At least that is my excuse.. lol

[Origin]

  On 10/24/2022 at 1:51 PM, flagspinner said:

One of the judges for this competition was also a judge at BOA DFW

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How do you see who’s judging this competition? 

[pancake]

6A Area Adjudicators: Bill Centera, Ryan Johnstone, Larry Matysiak, Joni Perez, Charlotte Royall

[peshbandkid]

  On 10/24/2022 at 1:51 PM, flagspinner said:

I definitely agree, we are going to see some random judging here! One of the judges for this competition was also a judge at BOA DFW and Keller lost tons of visual points for not having their tarps in. I'd be surprised if they crack top 5 at this comp.

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Even with that judge, Keller will be clean enough to finish in the top 5, likely the top 3. What will be interesting is seeing how the bubble bands place. 

[music2001]

What do people think about Duncanville’s show this year? I know they haven’t done many performances but there’s quite a few videos on YouTube.

[josephbandfan]

  On 10/24/2022 at 4:52 PM, music2001 said:

What do people think about Duncanville’s show this year? I know they haven’t done many performances but there’s quite a few videos on YouTube.

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I thought they were great when they performed in exhibition! A couple moments where I wished they weren’t blasting us with full volume but they’re another band that I could definitely see advance to state. 

[azi1]

  On 10/13/2022 at 8:17 PM, Dallas Hobbs said:

Ooh I see. They’re limited to a certain number of qualifiers so they’re forced to break the tie. My suggestion of permitting more bands to be qualified for state is probably a question for UIL/TMEA officials. Not sure if they would’ve liked it though lol

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Thats what happened with TC and LD Bell last year

[nickhernandez]

  On 10/11/2022 at 6:29 PM, Efrin said:

So many excellent bands in Area B!  My sleeper pick for Area Finals this year is Lake Highlands. 

Reagan Brumley (former Director of Bands at Highland Park, 2011-2020) is now in his 2nd year at LH.  He and his excellent staff are building a great program with some super-dedicated students. 

LH was 9th in Area B prelims last year.  I was able to see them perform a couple weeks ago at the Midlothian contest.  So impressive.  They seemed to be well ahead of where they were at the same time last year - and with a more demanding book.   Will be interesting to see where they finish at the Duncanville invitational. 

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[bancl]

  On 10/6/2022 at 2:29 PM, bancl said:

It's still early, but here is a shot at this one.

 

1 - 2

Coppell & Keller

These two are interchangeable for 1st and 2nd.  No surprises here.  I do think that the gap between them and everyone else is wider than it ever has been.  These two are locks to advance, and quite frankly locks to make State Finals.

2-5

Southlake Carroll, Waxahachie, Timber Creek

The three other advancers from the last go-around are only getting better.  Waxahachie has a new design team, and still sounds amazing as always.  Timber Creek had a good showing at HEB, and despite not having the difficulty level of Coppell or Keller moves and plays well.  Carroll is headed to GN this year, and as the other returning state finalist is an advancer until they prove they aren't.

6-7

Haltom/LD Bell

Haltom sounds much improved over last year!  They have a challenging show that if they can grow into it will be competitive.  LD Bell once again has a great design and wonderful percussion.  It will depend on if their winds can match the excellence of the groups above them.

 

 

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It's Area Week!  Here are my revised predictions:

1 - 2

Coppell & Keller

No changes here.  Coppell followed up HEB with a strong showing at the DFW regional.  Personally I think that their show isn't quite as strong as their presentation last year, but it's hard to follow up that amazing show!  They have exceptional soloists, and the flow of their program works really well.  They are incredible performers and will end up as one of the final 12 at UIL State again this year without question!

Keller showed up to Duncanville and gave a Wakeland group having one of the best seasons in the state all it could handle, with an overall tie in prelims and a tie in music in finals.  There were a lot of doubters after their early season issues, but Keller is doing what Keller does: cleaning, making changes, peaking late, and flat out playing as well as anyone in the state.  Their visual program has made huge strides since early season as well.

Both of these programs are like two heavyweight fighters who in their own ways took a bit to find their footing in the opening rounds and are now hitting their stride.  Expect they will both come out swinging.

 

2-5

Waxahachie, Timber Creek, LD Bell

Waxahachie once again has a great playing group that moves really well with fantastic soloists.  Their product may be slightly below the demand level of the first two, but you almost don't care because they are amazingly clean and perform with a sense of professionalism and elegance that they have become known for.  They are an easy lock to advance to state.

Timber Creek had their whole show on the field in mid-September, and has done nothing but clean since then.  Again, the demand in their show (especially visually) is not at the top level, but the excellence and musicianship they show should put them solidly in the advancing group.

LD Bell has a really well designed show that they are performing well, which helped them finish ahead of some groups they haven't been ahead of in a while.  They don't have the level of demand or musical depth that the top two have, but by no means is their product weak.  In fact, they perform at a level that may be stronger than their depth due to great design, great teaching, and great efforts of the members.  Look for them to make it back to state!

6-?

Southlake Carroll, Haltom, Lake Ridge, Duncanville, Keller Central, Lake Highlands

This last spot could go to ANYONE! 

SCL is a returning 6A finalist, but isn't having the year they did last year.  They haven't competed in a couple of weeks, so we'll see if they have been able to clean enough to get credit on UIL sheets.  

Haltom plays exceptionally well, and has a show that is one of their better designs in recent years.  

Lake Ridge had a nice showing at DMI this past weekend and with the right run can work their way up.

Duncanville has a much better show design than the past few years, and could find itself right in the mix.

Lake Highlands is on the rise, and made finals at area last year.

Keller Central has a cool show and was a finalist at the N Texas BOA Regional.  They are always a finalist in Area B, and should be again.  

 

 

[tamago1]

Along with Lake Highlands, some great stuff has been going on at JJ Pearce this year, really loving how great theyve been sounding and looking this year. Dark horse for finals tbh