2023 BOA San Antonio Super Regional (Nov. 3 & 4)

[MikeKyu]

  On 11/4/2023 at 3:04 PM, VandyBandyFandy said:

I have always said this. I personally LOVE CTJ's shows every year. They definitely go over the top with props, dress, etc. I think it makes for a fantastic show. And it's the one me (and my band kid) look forward to most every year. It's also insane how they keep adding even MORE elements every week, even going into the very last show. That's nuts and insanely hard to pull off. But I think judges tend to like more traditional shows, and that hurts them. But don't ever change, CTJ, because we love it. 

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I always appreciate the shows that CTJ puts out and they level they perform those shows. But, I generally do not like their shows as theygenerally feel just a little too over the top for my sensibilities. This year's show is one of my favorites by them in a long time. It is visually quite accessible and it does harken back to more "traditional" style of marching band. I think not pushing the design envelop has hurt them in judge's eyes this season. And that really sucks because their show is one of my favorites of the season. 

[Gehrig4]

  On 11/4/2023 at 3:20 PM, MikeKyu said:

I always appreciate the shows that CTJ puts out and they level they perform those shows. But, I generally do not like their shows as theygenerally feel just a little too over the top for my sensibilities. This year's show is one of my favorites by them in a long time. It is visually quite accessible and it does harken back to more "traditional" style of marching band. I think not pushing the design envelop has hurt them in judge's eyes this season. And that really sucks because their show is one of my favorites of the season. 

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It’s not just that.    Their drill has been very dirty and the balance a little off.    They are still top tier.    Just not elite this year.    No knock.    Different kids every year!

[GeekBoy54]

Marcus really said "Oh, you gave us 13th last year? Watch us jump up by 10 places."

[Dallas Hobbs]

No one:

Marcus band parents: 

“Alright Alright Alright *hyuck!* “

[Hard Core Band Fan]

  On 11/4/2023 at 1:39 PM, CDLune VA said:

I’m sure Cedar Park will place decently. It’s just that being one of the first bands to go isn’t ideal. Even if Cedar’s run is amazing, their show becomes more forgettable if any bands going later blow the judges away.

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Each band is scored by the judge's personal standard, not by how they compare to other bands. Cedar Park doesn't need to be remembered later in the day for consideration of scoring other bands. There is no consistency by scoring by comparison. 

[JWork]

Did anyone see how timber creek did?

[Hard Core Band Fan]

  On 11/4/2023 at 2:28 PM, ChristopherRoden said:

At state, only 2 bands before noon made finals. Of course the schedule had something to do with that but probably not all of it!

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I think it had way more to do with there being way more strong performances later in the day. I think the judging was accurate.

[Origin]

Catherine Bush?? 😂

[ChristopherRoden]

  On 11/4/2023 at 3:45 PM, Hard Core Band Fan said:

I think it had way more to do with there being way more strong performances later in the day. I think the judging was accurate.

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I hate to disagree but I’m really having trouble grappling with Wylie and Timber Creek that low… 

[Hard Core Band Fan]

  On 11/4/2023 at 3:58 PM, ChristopherRoden said:

I hate to disagree but I’m really having trouble grappling with Wylie and Timber Creek that low… 

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I watched them all, and thought they were appropriately placed.

[Txbands05]

Did anybody happen to catch Krum Highschool who went on at 8:30 this morning? If so do you have a video? 

[Hard Core Band Fan]

I'm pretty sure Forney is the first band to use Garden Weasel tines for a sound effect.

[LeanderMomma]

Oh my goodness, Wylie East and Forney absolutely blew me away!!!!

And my favorite for winning today?  Marcus!!!  Yeah I said it!

[symphbee]

  On 11/4/2023 at 3:43 PM, JWork said:

Did anyone see how timber creek did?

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Timber was great - the guard was really on point! The production value of the show really lends itself to doing well at BOA, in my opinion. I have them at the VERY top of my “not sure if they’ll make finals, but totally deserve it” list.

[LeanderMomma]

BTW if y’all want to see highlights of the absolute best parts of the shows this weekend live, be sure you are following me on Instagram and checking my stories. ♥️♥️

[BandDad4]

  On 11/4/2023 at 3:45 PM, Hard Core Band Fan said:

I think it had way more to do with there being way more strong performances later in the day. I think the judging was accurate.

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Not accurate at all. Check the previous thread as general consensus was that there was harsher judging in the morning.

[Saxplayer6]

How was Wylie East hoping they do better than state here. 

 

[Hard Core Band Fan]

  On 11/4/2023 at 4:20 PM, BandDad4 said:

Not accurate at all. Check the previous thread as general consensus was that there was harsher judging in the morning.

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A consensus of who? Fans? Educated and knowledgeable people? Band parents?

[symphbee]

  On 11/4/2023 at 4:21 PM, Saxplayer6 said:

How was Wylie East hoping they do better than state here. 

 

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I really liked Wylie East today - the woodwind sound being a highlight!  Their props were really trippy and the theming was very fun. Not sure how they placed at state but I’m imagining they’ll finish around the high bubble today. They definitely have a shot at finals - it’s just such a tough bubble this year. (like every year lol)

[DeadMascot]

How did Roma sound today?

[tubapop]

  On 11/4/2023 at 4:25 PM, Hard Core Band Fan said:

A consensus of who? Fans? Educated and knowledgeable people? Band parents?

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Agreed. Nobody cares what fans on this site think. Only the judges' opinions matter. 

[symphbee]

  On 11/4/2023 at 4:44 PM, DeadMascot said:

How did Roma sound today?

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absolutely fantastic! Definitely a musical highlight of the day so far - could for sure tell they have that honor band status.

[Dallas Hobbs]

  On 11/4/2023 at 4:44 PM, DeadMascot said:

How did Roma sound today?

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Omg the integrity of their sound was so good even for such a small band! It felt like every individual was attentive to their responsibilities. I was very impressed 

[XG4Band]

Watching on Box5. Wow Wakeland!  Excellent precision and incredible dynamic range coming across the feed.  Been in the Adome enough to know what it must have been like live!

[BandDad4]

  On 11/4/2023 at 4:25 PM, Hard Core Band Fan said:

A consensus of who? Fans? Educated and knowledgeable people? Band parents?

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Educated and knowledgeable people, but hey txbands keep being txbands.