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Post by twhsalumniparent on Oct 4, 2019 14:11:54 GMT -6
True. But I for one wouldn’t be surprised. It’s a GN Year for TWHS. That’s why I picked them. They’ll definitely try to focus more on the BOA stuff then other stuff in their show this year. And while we did have a tropical storm a couple weeks ago, we didn't have another Harvey... |
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Post by marimba11 on Oct 4, 2019 14:31:42 GMT -6
It’s a GN Year for TWHS. That’s why I picked them. They’ll definitely try to focus more on the BOA stuff then other stuff in their show this year. And while we did have a tropical storm a couple weeks ago, we didn't have another Harvey... Lately the TWHS has been attempting some pretty difficult shows which take a while to clean. But that doesn’t mean they cant win, and doesn’t necessarily mean they’re behind or whatever. They’re a great band with a great staff and usually great shows I’m sure this year and the years in the future will be no different |
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Post by twhsalumniparent on Oct 4, 2019 20:01:21 GMT -6
And while we did have a tropical storm a couple weeks ago, we didn't have another Harvey... Lately the TWHS has been attempting some pretty difficult shows which take a while to clean. But that doesn’t mean they cant win, and doesn’t necessarily mean they’re behind or whatever. They’re a great band with a great staff and usually great shows I’m sure this year and the years in the future will be no different I was able to catch about 7 minutes of audio from tonight's halftime show (parts 2 to 5 - missed the opener). I think musically they'll be a credit to Bernstein's music. Have no idea visually as I've not seen the show in person. |
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Post by Allohak on Oct 5, 2019 12:22:55 GMT -6
Guys.
Clear Brook.
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Post by twhsalumniparent on Oct 5, 2019 13:31:26 GMT -6
Guys. Clear Brook. I think I mentioned them earlier this week. Great show. |
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Post by abtwitch on Oct 5, 2019 13:38:53 GMT -6
I'm gonna be honest, I'm not feeling the hype. It was a solid show, but it didn't quite hit me like I was wanting. I do expect them to be in finals though, maybe a second viewing will change my mind. Love the visual design 100%, props are great with the storytelling yet it doesn't get in the way of the band from doing some incredibly engaging drill moves. Music is where it fell flat with me, it's almost all music I've heard on the field countless times before so I can't watch the show without thinking of other shows. Execution is solid but it also felt like a rough run, hoping to see them tonight with a better run! P.S. I've been a big fan of the program since their Dracula show in 2017, so I'm rooting for them no matter what. |
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Post by yayband914 on Oct 5, 2019 13:49:43 GMT -6
I'm gonna be honest, I'm not feeling the hype. It was a solid show, but it didn't quite hit me like I was wanting. I do expect them to be in finals though, maybe a second viewing will change my mind. Love the visual design 100%, props are great with the storytelling yet it doesn't get in the way of the band from doing some incredibly engaging drill moves. Music is where it fell flat with me, it's almost all music I've heard on the field countless times before so I can't watch the show without thinking of other shows. Execution is solid but it also felt like a rough run, hoping to see them tonight with a better run! P.S. I've been a big fan of the program since their Dracula show in 2017, so I'm rooting for them no matter what. Agreed on the music. It wasn’t very... musical. A lot of punctuated stabs and dissonant hits and not much more than that. |
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Post by LeanderMomma on Oct 5, 2019 13:53:11 GMT -6
Uh huh. Told ya.  |
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Post by supersound on Oct 5, 2019 14:49:34 GMT -6
Clear Brook will probably take a finals spot
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Post by LeanderMomma on Oct 5, 2019 15:08:00 GMT -6
Wow, wow, WESTLAKE! 😱
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Post by srv1084 on Oct 5, 2019 16:50:18 GMT -6
Finalists
Brazoswood
Clear Brook
Stephen F. Austin
Westwood
The Woodlands
James E. Taylor
Ronald Reagan
Oak Ridge
Pearland
Westlake
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Post by marimba11 on Oct 5, 2019 16:52:39 GMT -6
Westwood over the woodlands wow
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Post by bigtrombone on Oct 5, 2019 17:39:16 GMT -6
Finals Schedule:
8:00 James E. Taylor H.S., TX
8:15 Stephen F. Austin H.S., TX
8:30 Oak Ridge H.S., TX
8:45 Brazoswood H.S., TX
9:00 Pearland H.S., TX
9:15 Clear Brook H.S., TX
9:30 Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
9:45 Westlake H.S., TX
10:00 Westwood H.S., TX
10:15 The Woodlands H.S., TX
10:30 The Ann Richards School For Young Women Leaders, TX (Class A Exhibition)
Prelims Awards:
Class A
1. The Ann Richards School For Young Women Leaders, TX
Outstanding Music Peformance: The Ann Richards School For Young Women Leaders, TX
Outstanding Visual Performance: The Ann Richards School For Young Women Leaders, TX
Outstanding General Effect: The Ann Richards School For Young Women Leaders, TX
Class AA
1. Churchill Fulshear H.S., TX
2. Little Cypress-Mauriceville H.S., TX
Outstanding Music Peformance: Churchill Fulshear H.S., TX
Outstanding Visual Performance: Churchill Fulshear H.S., TX
Outstanding General Effect: Churchill Fulshear H.S., TX
Class AAA
1. Clear Brook H.S., TX
2. Stephen F. Austin H.S., TX
3. Brazoswood H.S., TX
Outstanding Music Peformance: Clear Brook H.S., TX
Outstanding Visual Performance: Stephen F. Austin H.S., TX
Outstanding General Effect: Clear Brook H.S., TX
Class AAAA
1. Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
2. Westwood H.S., TX
3. The Woodlands H.S., TX
Outstanding Music Peformance: Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
Outstanding Visual Performance: Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
Outstanding General Effect: Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
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Post by Allohak on Oct 5, 2019 17:48:43 GMT -6
Anybody know why Churchill Fulshear isn't performing in exhibition?
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Post by twhsalumniparent on Oct 5, 2019 20:26:56 GMT -6
Anybody know why Churchill Fulshear isn't performing in exhibition? Don't know the exact reason. They were the first band that performed, and were a late addition to the contest when Conroe dropped. They may have had another contest or a football game. Their Drum Majors were not at the awards ceremony. |
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Post by N.E. Brigand on Oct 5, 2019 21:04:20 GMT -6
That sleigh drill in Westwood's show was great! It reminds me of the drill that goes viral for Ohio State.
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Post by marimba11 on Oct 5, 2019 21:04:55 GMT -6
Westwood is basically doing a better version of Round Rock 2016. Still a little confused on how the woodlands couldn’t top this especially visually / ge. Westwood sounds very good though imo. They should be very proud
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Post by marimba11 on Oct 5, 2019 21:22:35 GMT -6
Where is that big woodlands sound? This show isn’t my cup of tea but they’re still good. Lots of dirt in the music. Really not a fan of the drill. White uniforms makes bands usually look huge- that’s not really happening and they must have at least 140 winds out there
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Post by N.E. Brigand on Oct 5, 2019 21:27:58 GMT -6
Really nice job by The Woodlands on the pas de deux from "On the Town" (that Santa Clara Vanguard played in 1997).
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Post by twhsalumniparent on Oct 5, 2019 21:47:09 GMT -6
Where is that big woodlands sound? This show isn’t my cup of tea but they’re still good. Lots of dirt in the music. Really not a fan of the drill. White uniforms makes bands usually look huge- that’s not really happening and they must have at least 140 winds out there They are doing something out of character and playing to the program rather than just a big sound. Question - is it a bad thing that the white uniforms don't do the "usual" thing and make them look huge? I would say that the sailor outfits do much better live than on the Flo stream. |
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Post by bigtrombone on Oct 5, 2019 22:26:03 GMT -6
Final Results
1. Ronald Reagan H.S., TX 89.700
2. The Woodlands H.S., TX 86.800
3. Westwood H.S., TX 85.025
4. Westlake H.S., TX 83.900
5. Clear Brook H.S., TX 82.750
6. Pearland H.S., TX 82.400
7. Stephen F. Austin H.S., TX 81.250
8. Oak Ridge H.S., TX 79.400
9. Brazoswood H.S., TX 78.900
10. James E. Taylor H.S., TX 78.300
Outstanding Music Performance: Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
Outstanding Visual Performance: Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
Outstanding General Effect: Ronald Reagan H.S., TX
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Post by bigtrombone on Oct 5, 2019 22:38:26 GMT -6
Finals Cutoff
9. Brazoswood H.S., TX 80.375
10. James E. Taylor H.S., TX 80.300
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11. Obra D. Tompkins H.S., TX 79.925
12. Seven Lakes H.S., TX 79.800
13. Cy-Fair H.S., TX 79.050
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Post by marimba11 on Oct 5, 2019 22:56:09 GMT -6
Where is that big woodlands sound? This show isn’t my cup of tea but they’re still good. Lots of dirt in the music. Really not a fan of the drill. White uniforms makes bands usually look huge- that’s not really happening and they must have at least 140 winds out there They are doing something out of character and playing to the program rather than just a big sound. Question - is it a bad thing that the white uniforms don't do the "usual" thing and make them look huge? I would say that the sailor outfits do much better live than on the Flo stream. I get that! I have nothing against them doing that I just love the shows where they play their socks off. They’re probably much better live than on flo, as all things are band related |
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Post by twhsalumniparent on Oct 5, 2019 23:06:05 GMT -6
They are doing something out of character and playing to the program rather than just a big sound. Question - is it a bad thing that the white uniforms don't do the "usual" thing and make them look huge? I would say that the sailor outfits do much better live than on the Flo stream. I get that! I have nothing against them doing that I just love the shows where they play their socks off. They’re probably much better live than on flo, as all things are band related I get that too - nothing like a massive horn line saying hello world! In fact, as a former trumpet player, I really like that big brassy sound, but I also know that it isn't enough to be as successful at the top of this endeavor. Gotta play to the show and keep things under control. |
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Post by srv1084 on Oct 5, 2019 23:17:55 GMT -6
Where is that big woodlands sound? This show isn’t my cup of tea but they’re still good. Lots of dirt in the music. Really not a fan of the drill. White uniforms makes bands usually look huge- that’s not really happening and they must have at least 140 winds out there I got the same vibe from a visual perspective, so I counted the winds and it was roughly 160-170. Seems a bit smaller than usual, but certainly not by much. The drill just seemed very condensed at times, and the uniforms didn't help. I felt the same as you overall. I enjoyed the show for what it was, but it wasn't exactly what I was expecting from a show performed by The Woodlands. Still, it was enjoyable. My biggest surprises in the field were Clear Brook and Westwood. Clear Brook caught me really off guard. |
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Post by boahistorybuff on Oct 6, 2019 5:21:59 GMT -6
I believe this is Ronald Reagan's 10th regional win.
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Post by wwmw on Oct 6, 2019 15:04:48 GMT -6
I get that! I have nothing against them doing that I just love the shows where they play their socks off. They’re probably much better live than on flo, as all things are band related I get that too - nothing like a massive horn line saying hello world! In fact, as a former trumpet player, I really like that big brassy sound, but I also know that it isn't enough to be as successful at the top of this endeavor. Gotta play to the show and keep things under control. I agree, I was surprised that there was some distortion in the sound that was out of character. I would imagine it had to do with the jazz style, but the On the Town soundtrack had amazing sound without distorting tone for the sake of volume or style. Centered tone just projects better, the physics of resonance. |
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Post by marimba11 on Oct 6, 2019 15:24:22 GMT -6
Where is that big woodlands sound? This show isn’t my cup of tea but they’re still good. Lots of dirt in the music. Really not a fan of the drill. White uniforms makes bands usually look huge- that’s not really happening and they must have at least 140 winds out there I got the same vibe from a visual perspective, so I counted the winds and it was roughly 160-170. Seems a bit smaller than usual, but certainly not by much. The drill just seemed very condensed at times, and the uniforms didn't help. I felt the same as you overall. I enjoyed the show for what it was, but it wasn't exactly what I was expecting from a show performed by The Woodlands. Still, it was enjoyable. My biggest surprises in the field were Clear Brook and Westwood. Clear Brook caught me really off guard. Agreed Westwood was great! I felt like I was watching Scouts with the woodlands... lol. I’m just not a huge fan of straight jazz in marching band - probably get that opinion from my old high school director. But he loved jazz in ensemble during the winter |
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