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Post by bigtrombone on Nov 11, 2023 16:21:46 GMT -6
This thread is specific to discussion of the finals competition. Please use the 2023 Grand National Championships Week thread for other general discussion.
Finals Schedule: (All times listed in Eastern)
8:00 PM - Bentonville H.S., AR 8:15 PM - Brownsburg H.S., IN 8:30 PM - Round Rock H.S., TX 8:45 PM - Pearland H.S., TX 9:00 PM - Keller H.S., TX 9:15 PM - Fishers H.S., IN
9:30 PM - The Woodlands H.S., TX 9:45 PM - Avon H.S., IN 10:00 PM - Carmel H.S., IN 10:15 PM - William Mason H.S., OH 10:30 PM - Hebron H.S., TX 10:45 PM - Blue Springs H.S., MO 11:00 PM - Kiski Area H.S., PA (Class AA Exhibition) 11:15 PM - Bourbon County H.S., KY (Class A Exhibition)
11:30 PM - Grand Finale Retreat
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Post by coleeich on Nov 11, 2023 16:25:51 GMT -6
I’m so excited to see the schedule. Blue Springs top 6? Pearland? Someone else? Eeek the anticipation!
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Post by neop on Nov 11, 2023 16:31:15 GMT -6
Top and bottom 6 are as expected for me
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Post by lostchoirguy on Nov 11, 2023 16:31:23 GMT -6
I nearly had a heart attack when the tenth band was called and I knew Carmel still hadn't been announced as that meant only one of the remaining four Texas groups could make it in, but Keller did its thing and somehow got into finals as they always do. Why do they put me through so much stress though? Ahhh
Also HUGE congratulations to Bentonville and Pearland on making it to Grand Nationals finals!!!
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Post by coleeich on Nov 11, 2023 16:32:18 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT.
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Post by bandsquirrel32 on Nov 11, 2023 16:32:32 GMT -6
Great draw for Blue Springs - for all we know, they could already be in a medal position
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Post by hostrauser on Nov 11, 2023 16:35:18 GMT -6
I unexpectedly missed Semifinals, but I'm already downtown, ready for Finals.
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Post by trumpette123 on Nov 11, 2023 16:37:10 GMT -6
What time do the doors open?
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Post by coleeich on Nov 11, 2023 16:38:17 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. So in summary: my hot take is that Carmel doesn’t win tonight. But if they do, they break the curse of the 9th performance slot!
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Post by newbandmom77 on Nov 11, 2023 16:38:35 GMT -6
I can relax now and open a bottle of wine. 😂🌻
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Post by boahistorybuff on Nov 11, 2023 16:39:31 GMT -6
First time in Finals for Bentonville and Pearland. This is the second time for Keller. Their first appearance was back in 2015.
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Post by pennylane on Nov 11, 2023 16:40:31 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. So in summary: my hot take is that Carmel doesn’t win tonight. But if they do, they break the curse of the 9th performance slot! the prophesy is that the curse shall be broken
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Post by 21saxmom on Nov 11, 2023 16:41:44 GMT -6
Yes, Prophecy indeed!!
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Post by bvillebanddad on Nov 11, 2023 16:41:53 GMT -6
This thread is specific to discussion of the finals competition. Please use the 2023 Grand National Championships Week thread for other general discussion. Finals Schedule:(All times listed in Eastern) 8:00 PM - Bentonville H.S., AR 8:15 PM - Brownsburg H.S., IN 8:30 PM - Round Rock H.S., TX 8:45 PM - Pearland H.S., TX 9:00 PM - Keller H.S., TX 9:15 PM - Fishers H.S., IN 9:30 PM - The Woodlands H.S., TX 9:45 PM - Avon H.S., IN 10:00 PM - Carmel H.S., IN 10:15 PM - William Mason H.S., OH 10:30 PM - Hebron H.S., TX 10:45 PM - Blue Springs H.S., MO 11:00 PM - Kiski Area H.S., PA (Class AA Exhibition) 11:15 PM - Bourbon County H.S., KY (Class A Exhibition) 11:30 PM - Grand Finale Retreat Ok, Bentonville Pride. First up in Finals. Go out there and Spread your Joy. We’re so proud of you! 🌻💛🖤
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Post by coleeich on Nov 11, 2023 16:42:17 GMT -6
So in summary: my hot take is that Carmel doesn’t win tonight. But if they do, they break the curse of the 9th performance slot! the prophesy is that the curse shall be broken actually obsessed with this 😂
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Post by ps0010 on Nov 11, 2023 16:43:23 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. I think the early slots hurt some of the bands today in semis. CTJ was one. I wonder how far they fell below the line? It will be interesting to see what happens tonight. Either way this has to be one of the most competitive finals in a while.
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Post by Allohak on Nov 11, 2023 16:44:47 GMT -6
the prophesy is that the curse shall be broken actually obsessed with this 😂 I mean, Destiny left (the judges) no choice, so
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Post by Allohak on Nov 11, 2023 16:45:20 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. I think the early slots hurt some of the bands today in semis. CTJ was one. I wonder how far they fell below the line? It will be interesting to see what happens tonight. Either way this has to be one of the most competitive finals in a while. Didn't hurt Blue Springs, still top half
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Post by das88 on Nov 11, 2023 16:45:24 GMT -6
I’m so excited to see the schedule. Blue Springs top 6? Pearland? Someone else? Eeek the anticipation! I think Blue Springs is quite capable of shaking things up in finals. Judges love this show.
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Post by northbanddad on Nov 11, 2023 16:47:57 GMT -6
4 tums and a mug of alka selzer, I'm ready super excited. Let's go!
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Post by Pie on Nov 11, 2023 16:49:56 GMT -6
Pre-Finals Predictions
1. Carmel (GE, Visual) 2. Avon 3. Hebron (Music) 4. The Woodlands 5. Blue Springs 6. William Mason 7. Pearland 8. Brownsburg 9. Round Rock 10. Keller 11. Bentonville 12. Fishers
Best of skill to all bands tonight! It has been another amazing year for the marching arts, and I am so glad to see this activity continuing to thrive! Everyone should be proud of their work this season. Thank you to all the performers who make this activity so special!
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Post by neop on Nov 11, 2023 16:50:18 GMT -6
I'm ready. This is my super bowl.
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Post by altosandclarinets on Nov 11, 2023 16:51:22 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. So in summary: my hot take is that Carmel doesn’t win tonight. But if they do, they break the curse of the 9th performance slot! I flipped a coin it has foretold Avon winning it all.
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Post by hostrauser on Nov 11, 2023 16:52:21 GMT -6
IMO, Keller is the most surprising GN finalist in some time. I did NOT say undeserving, just surprising.
Pearland was 4th against strong competition at Katy, but Keller was only 8th in Finals at Prosper. Going into today, I probably would have put Keller in the 15th-18th range as a prediction for semis. Congratulations to the kids for really kicking butt and cleaning that show over the past month.
CTJ barely made San Antonio finals, I wasn't expecting them to make GN Finals.
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Post by newbandmom77 on Nov 11, 2023 16:55:15 GMT -6
Team Avon!💜 For the Win. For me!
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Post by neop on Nov 11, 2023 16:57:11 GMT -6
So in summary: my hot take is that Carmel doesn’t win tonight. But if they do, they break the curse of the 9th performance slot! I flipped a coin it has foretold Avon winning it all. Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who's the cleanest of them all?
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Post by TeamIndiana on Nov 11, 2023 16:57:12 GMT -6
Congratulations to our 4 Indiana finalists!!!
Avon, Brownsburg, Carmel and Fishers!!!
You all make us Hoosiers proud!
Also, a huge congratulations to our semi-finalists: Carroll, Homestead and MPLT. You all did amazing today! A special shoutout to Homestead who is now the AAA National Runner-up!!! That’s a huge accomplishment especially given what pre season looked like. Homesteads new director, Mr. Cain has a lot to be proud of this season! Congratulations!
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Post by newbandmom77 on Nov 11, 2023 16:58:52 GMT -6
I flipped a coin it has foretold Avon winning it all. Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who's the cleanest of them all? Hahaha! Clever!😊
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Post by TXHillCountryBands on Nov 11, 2023 16:59:21 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. When BOA (GE ) counts for 60% aggregate score then they could open the evening and still be just fine. I love those Cartwright shows that will perform tonight but as profound as they are Gaines is just on an another level genius! This years is no different. I’ve been a fan since he was designing in Texas. For as less demanding as that music book is competed to counterparts my guess is Carmel scored a 59.5 or higher on those BOA (GE) sheets! Spectacular!
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Post by midwamericanarts on Nov 11, 2023 17:00:13 GMT -6
CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. I REPEAT CARMEL IS IN THE 9th PERFORMANCE SLOT. I am so glad you mentioned this earlier. It’s going to add some fun intrigue!
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