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Post by marimba11 on Aug 21, 2024 23:38:01 GMT -6
Wow, block one is spicy
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Post by hewhowaits on Aug 22, 2024 5:36:59 GMT -6
Lots of likely finalists will have plenty of time to go off-site and rehearse if they so choose. |
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Post by Subito Fortissimo on Aug 22, 2024 5:41:21 GMT -6
I don't think I realized how tough this show is until seeing the actual schedule. Gonna be a good one!
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Post by hewhowaits on Aug 23, 2024 13:21:02 GMT -6
Whitewater H.S., GA does not appear on the schedule. And is no longer listed on the participating bands page as of yesterday. |
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Post by oldbandguy on Aug 27, 2024 6:35:04 GMT -6
Honest early prediction:
1. Dobyns-Bennett H.S., TN
2. Lakota East H.S., OH
3. Harrison H.S., GA
4. James F. Byrnes H.S., SC
5. Nation Ford H.S., SC
6. Cass H.S., GA
7. Franklin H.S., TN
8. Sparkman H.S., AL
9. Walton H.S., GA
10. Sparkman H.S., AL
11. Evansville North H.S., IN
12. Lassiter H.S., GA
A: Estill County H.S., KY
AA: Cass H.S., GA
AAA: Dobyns-Bennett H.S., TN
AAAA: James F. Byrnes H.S., SC
Although JFB is not severely behind like they were last year (and I realize many bands will not have their full show on the field in time for this regional), I'm still concerned at their lack of field rehearsal time between now and 10/5 (or even the following week in Conway) - I hope I'm wrong, but that's just me being honest. Truthfully, NaFo could easily be 4th and JFB 5th. I also expect Lassiter to make finals.
With the BOA and competition dates/choices Moss made, it's very likely the full JFB show won't be seen until state in November.
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Post by jmike16 on Aug 27, 2024 7:44:55 GMT -6
Honest early prediction: 1. Dobyns-Bennett H.S., TN 2. Lakota East H.S., OH 3. Harrison H.S., GA 4. James F. Byrnes H.S., SC 5. Nation Ford H.S., SC 6. Cass H.S., GA 7. Franklin H.S., TN 8. Sparkman H.S., AL 9. Walton H.S., GA 10. Sparkman H.S., AL 11. Evansville North H.S., IN 12. Lassiter H.S., GA A: Estill County H.S., KY AA: Cass H.S., GA AAA: Dobyns-Bennett H.S., TN AAAA: James F. Byrnes H.S., SC Although JFB is not severely behind like they were last year (and I realize many bands will not have their full show on the field in time for this regional), I'm still concerned at their lack of field rehearsal time between now and 10/5 (or even the following week in Conway) - I hope I'm wrong, but that's just me being honest. Truthfully, NaFo could easily be 4th and JFB 5th. I also expect Lassiter to make finals. With the BOA and competition dates/choices Moss made, it's very likely the full JFB show won't be seen until state in November. You have Sparkman in 8th and 10th. |
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Post by yayband914 on Aug 27, 2024 8:11:07 GMT -6
North also won this regional last year… won’t happen again this year, but I think 11th is a little low.
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Post by oldbandguy on Aug 27, 2024 9:36:17 GMT -6
North also won this regional last year… won’t happen again this year, but I think 11th is a little low. Yeah - I meant to replace Whitewater with Boiling Springs and have Evansville in 8th (Keeping Sparkman at 10th). I have not seen Evansville tbh, which affects my judgement in placement. This regional also didn't have DB, JFB, NaFo, Harrison or LE last year (or even Walton for that matter). The winning score of 77.6 last year (going from a 71.65 to a 77.6 is bonkers btw) will likely need to be at least 78-80 to mix with that top 5. And to be completely honest, even though I have LE in 2nd, the next 4 behind DB are a toss-up at this point. I think the scores separating 2-5 will be tight (all in the 78-79 range possibly - but it's just guessing regardless). Corrected: 1. Dobyns-Bennett H.S., TN 2. Lakota East H.S., OH 3. Harrison H.S., GA 4. James F. Byrnes H.S., SC 5. Nation Ford H.S., SC 6. Cass H.S., GA 7. Franklin H.S., TN 8. Evansville North H.S., IN 9. Walton H.S., GA 10. Sparkman H.S., AL 11. Boiling Springs H.S., SC 12. Lassiter H.S., GA |
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Post by marimba11 on Aug 27, 2024 16:27:33 GMT -6
North also won this regional last year… won’t happen again this year, but I think 11th is a little low. Yeah - I meant to replace Whitewater with Boiling Springs and have Evansville in 8th (Keeping Sparkman at 10th). I have not seen Evansville tbh, which affects my judgement in placement. This regional also didn't have DB, JFB, NaFo, Harrison or LE last year (or even Walton for that matter). The winning score of 77.6 last year (going from a 71.65 to a 77.6 is bonkers btw) will likely need to be at least 78-80 to mix with that top 5. And to be completely honest, even though I have LE in 2nd, the next 4 behind DB are a toss-up at this point. I think the scores separating 2-5 will be tight (all in the 78-79 range possibly - but it's just guessing regardless). Corrected: 1. Dobyns-Bennett H.S., TN 2. Lakota East H.S., OH 3. Harrison H.S., GA 4. James F. Byrnes H.S., SC 5. Nation Ford H.S., SC 6. Cass H.S., GA 7. Franklin H.S., TN 8. Evansville North H.S., IN 9. Walton H.S., GA 10. Sparkman H.S., AL 11. Boiling Springs H.S., SC 12. Lassiter H.S., GA It's a good list, but I think this regional will come down to who is more impactful earlier in the season - which I think will benefit the SC contingent more as they seem to play with more power. I think Walton visually could sneak them into the top 6, and Franklin musically. Lakota East has a good record, but I don't think a medal position is guaranteed. Depending on what Wes show Boiling Springs has, they could also make a run at the top 6 - but with this field I think it is unlikely given they start quite dirty. |
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Post by lealumni03 on Sept 6, 2024 13:51:14 GMT -6
Early preview for Lakota East - some good sound and interesting blocking for this part of the season - look forward to seeing this in full production - got to love the local cable channels that broadcast halftime. It's unfortunate Mason didn't travel for this away game. The high schools sit just about 6 miles apart - look forward to seeing these programs continue to uplevel and give those Indy bands a run. youtube.com/clip/UgkxZoVL5mRmg6LgdSR1TNp40Bb2OX54vqq8?si=H4DwlLD-sGni0jtg |
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Post by flagdodger on Sept 6, 2024 14:20:59 GMT -6
Early preview for Lakota East - some good sound and interesting blocking for this part of the season - look forward to seeing this in full production - got to love the local cable channels that broadcast halftime. It's unfortunate Mason didn't travel for this away game. The high schools sit just about 6 miles apart - look forward to seeing these programs continue to uplevel and give those Indy bands a run. youtube.com/clip/UgkxZoVL5mRmg6LgdSR1TNp40Bb2OX54vqq8?si=H4DwlLD-sGni0jtgThat second movement after the opener is going to read well for the judges across all captions I’m sure! Great rifle line as well, I’m excited to see the finished project. Also to any Leander fans out there, it looks like they have rearranged the second movement of Leander’s 2015 show and they play it beautifully! Definitely worth the watch, keep an eye out for them at Chattanooga in a few weeks  |
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Post by oldbandguy on Sept 6, 2024 14:51:05 GMT -6
Early preview for Lakota East - some good sound and interesting blocking for this part of the season - look forward to seeing this in full production - got to love the local cable channels that broadcast halftime. It's unfortunate Mason didn't travel for this away game. The high schools sit just about 6 miles apart - look forward to seeing these programs continue to uplevel and give those Indy bands a run. youtube.com/clip/UgkxZoVL5mRmg6LgdSR1TNp40Bb2OX54vqq8?si=H4DwlLD-sGni0jtgI like it. I'm excited to see this in BOA form. JFB keeps any footage on lockdown (even footage the parents take is forbidden to be uploaded anywhere). I get it - but I do love seeing other band shows in the works. |
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Post by lealumni03 on Sept 7, 2024 7:54:28 GMT -6
Will continue to do some digging - but found Dobyns Bennett this morning - their opponent brought their band as well and performs before them (West Ridge HS) - BOA will love their size and it's a fun show will plenty of recognizable songs. BoA really needs to figure out how to tap into the trending moments of social media and get the non-band folk invested - DCI should also be capitalizing on this - reality show, viral moments, something. www.youtube.com/live/IXWw-odpJPg?si=Iiicm41zsEQS80vj&t=8474 - this should be at the start of DB if not - they start at 2:22:30 ish. |
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Post by cybrunette on Sept 7, 2024 8:09:20 GMT -6
Will continue to do some digging - but found Dobyns Bennett this morning - their opponent brought their band as well and performs before them (West Ridge HS) - BOA will love their size and it's a fun show will plenty of recognizable songs. BoA really needs to figure out how to tap into the trending moments of social media and get the non-band folk invested - DCI should also be capitalizing on this - reality show, viral moments, something. www.youtube.com/live/IXWw-odpJPg?si=Iiicm41zsEQS80vj&t=8474 - this should be at the start of DB if not - they start at 2:22:30 ish. While they do sound great if I'm not mistaken I'm pretty sure that's just their halftime show & not their competition show lol |
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Post by thewho on Sept 7, 2024 8:52:02 GMT -6
Will continue to do some digging - but found Dobyns Bennett this morning - their opponent brought their band as well and performs before them (West Ridge HS) - BOA will love their size and it's a fun show will plenty of recognizable songs. BoA really needs to figure out how to tap into the trending moments of social media and get the non-band folk invested - DCI should also be capitalizing on this - reality show, viral moments, something. www.youtube.com/live/IXWw-odpJPg?si=Iiicm41zsEQS80vj&t=8474 - this should be at the start of DB if not - they start at 2:22:30 ish. While they do sound great if I'm not mistaken I'm pretty sure that's just their halftime show & not their competition show lol sigh.... 0 days since the DB halftime show was mistaken for the comp show |
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Post by lealumni03 on Sept 7, 2024 9:21:04 GMT -6
While they do sound great if I'm not mistaken I'm pretty sure that's just their halftime show & not their competition show lol sigh.... 0 days since the DB halftime show was mistaken for the comp show That makes total sense - I went through some of their social media accounts and only saw The Race mentioned - apparently I didn't dig deep enough. Well still fun to enjoy  |
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Post by gavintheeuph on Sept 7, 2024 9:44:40 GMT -6
My rankings for right now:
1st. Dobyns Bennett H.S., TN
2nd. Lakota East H.S., OH
3rd. James F. Byrnes H.S., SC
4th. Nation Ford H.S., SC
5th. Harrison H.S., GA
6th. Franklin H.S., TN
7th. Evansville North H.S., IN
8th. Cass H.S., GA
9th. Sparkman H.S., AL
10th. Walton H.S., GA
11th. Boiling Springs H.S., SC
12th. Lassiter H.S., GA
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Post by dbbandalum on Sept 8, 2024 4:39:41 GMT -6
While they do sound great if I'm not mistaken I'm pretty sure that's just their halftime show & not their competition show lol sigh.... 0 days since the DB halftime show was mistaken for the comp show Its a law of nature at this point lol |
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Post by oldbandguy on Sept 15, 2024 10:45:52 GMT -6
Totally not a JFB sneak peek…can’t wait to see this with cleaned up music and full costumes, props, visuals etc.
Might delete this in a few days tbh…
I only ask that we please keep this in the forum family and not on other social media. I’m sharing here as a thank you for the awesome community and amazing knowledge of this activity.
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Post by crowncrawler on Sept 15, 2024 14:09:40 GMT -6
Totally not a JFB sneak peek…can’t wait to see this with cleaned up music and full costumes, props, visuals etc. Might delete this in a few days tbh… I only ask that we please keep this in the forum family and not on other social media. I’m sharing here as a thank you for the awesome community and amazing knowledge of this activity. Definitely a step up from last year. They're in good shape. |
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Post by lostinthebands on Sept 15, 2024 19:01:03 GMT -6
Totally not a JFB sneak peek…can’t wait to see this with cleaned up music and full costumes, props, visuals etc. Might delete this in a few days tbh… I only ask that we please keep this in the forum family and not on other social media. I’m sharing here as a thank you for the awesome community and amazing knowledge of this activity. Really solid stuff coming out of JFB this year! Will definitely see them perform well this season and have some surprises in store. |
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Post by yayband914 on Sept 19, 2024 22:10:06 GMT -6
Decatur moves from AA to AAA.
Lassiter moves from AAAA to AAA (probably a guesstimation).
Russell County moves from AA back to A.
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Post by Woodwinds on Sept 24, 2024 17:21:50 GMT -6
I have never been to this regional and am not familiar with most of the bands. How far is it worth driving to go to this one?
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Post by dbbandalum on Sept 24, 2024 17:58:54 GMT -6
I have never been to this regional and am not familiar with most of the bands. How far is it worth driving to go to this one? Pretty stacked for an early season southeast regional. If you're within a 2-3 hour drive, I'd say its worth it. |
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Post by Woodwinds on Sept 24, 2024 19:08:27 GMT -6
I have never been to this regional and am not familiar with most of the bands. How far is it worth driving to go to this one? Pretty stacked for an early season southeast regional. If you're within a 2-3 hour drive, I'd say its worth it. What about 5, more likely 6 hours with traffic? |
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Post by yayband914 on Sept 24, 2024 19:24:36 GMT -6
Pretty stacked for an early season southeast regional. If you're within a 2-3 hour drive, I'd say its worth it. What about 5, more likely 6 hours with traffic? Still worth it, but I'm just a nerd. |
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Post by oldbandguy on Sept 25, 2024 6:29:53 GMT -6
Pretty stacked for an early season southeast regional. If you're within a 2-3 hour drive, I'd say its worth it. What about 5, more likely 6 hours with traffic? Do you have anyone competing in one of the bands? Or are you just curious to possibly attend the regional? Personally, I have a marcher competing so the 5–6 hour drive for me is a no brainer. BUT...this regional does feature some big hitters competing very early in the season (I'm not sure how many will even have completed shows on the field). You could always watch the Box5 broadcast as well (for $ of course). |
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Post by Woodwinds on Sept 25, 2024 10:44:28 GMT -6
What about 5, more likely 6 hours with traffic? Do you have anyone competing in one of the bands? Or are you just curious to possibly attend the regional? Personally, I have a marcher competing so the 5–6 hour drive for me is a no brainer. BUT...this regional does feature some big hitters competing very early in the season (I'm not sure how many will even have completed shows on the field). You could always watch the Box5 broadcast as well (for $ of course). I do have a competing kiddo and would like to attend, my spouse will be traveling with the band. I’m trying to decide if it’s worth the trek by myself. Will I have the opportunity to see these same bands again at the Indy super regional? |
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Post by hewhowaits on Sept 25, 2024 10:49:35 GMT -6
Do you have anyone competing in one of the bands? Or are you just curious to possibly attend the regional? Personally, I have a marcher competing so the 5–6 hour drive for me is a no brainer. BUT...this regional does feature some big hitters competing very early in the season (I'm not sure how many will even have completed shows on the field). You could always watch the Box5 broadcast as well (for $ of course). I do have a competing kiddo and would like to attend, my spouse will be traveling with the band. I’m trying to decide if it’s worth the trek by myself. Will I have the opportunity to see these same bands again at the Indy super regional? Evansville North is the only band attending both Chattanooga and the Indy Super. |
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Post by bubbawethead on Sept 25, 2024 10:51:48 GMT -6
Do you have anyone competing in one of the bands? Or are you just curious to possibly attend the regional? Personally, I have a marcher competing so the 5–6 hour drive for me is a no brainer. BUT...this regional does feature some big hitters competing very early in the season (I'm not sure how many will even have completed shows on the field). You could always watch the Box5 broadcast as well (for $ of course). I do have a competing kiddo and would like to attend, my spouse will be traveling with the band. I’m trying to decide if it’s worth the trek by myself. Will I have the opportunity to see these same bands again at the Indy super regional? If you've never been to a BOA competition and this is/might be the only chance to see your band at one, GO (in my opinion) |
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