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Post by Marching Observer on Jul 30, 2022 10:20:27 GMT -6
Lake Hamilton has traditionally been a AA school. I imagine they will be there again this year. They are listed in AAAA here. Thanks. Definitely a mismark! When you label hundreds of schools at once, ya know…? 🤪 At least you'll have an excel doc for future years! #brightside
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Post by wackjed on Jul 30, 2022 18:18:17 GMT -6
CONFIRMED??: Lakota East H.S., OH (Band calendar) An interesting development. This would mean both Lakotas are attending Grand Nats. Could this be true? They usually don't compete against each other! it is true! both bands will be attending.
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Post by Marching Observer on Jul 30, 2022 19:32:58 GMT -6
CONFIRMED??: Lakota East H.S., OH (Band calendar) An interesting development. This would mean both Lakotas are attending Grand Nats. Could this be true? They usually don't compete against each other! it is true! both bands will be attending. And as I believe we discussed in here earlier, they are always so close to each other in score when they have gone head to head that this is going to be a very exciting chance to see if LE can continue its win streak, or if LW finals gets the W over them. Truly do enjoy both bands. As an aside, I really do believe that LE should have made semi finals last year too.
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Post by trumpet300 on Jul 30, 2022 19:38:36 GMT -6
it is true! both bands will be attending. And as I believe we discussed in here earlier, they are always so close to each other in score when they have gone head to head that this is going to be a very exciting chance to see if LE can continue its win streak, or if LW finals gets the W over them. Truly do enjoy both bands. As an aside, I really do believe that LE should have made semi finals last year too. I think the last few bands in semis definitely could have gone either way with a few other groups...I know for me, seeing PCEP, the show was fun and the kids and crowd seemed to enjoy it but right off the bat, intonation was a major issue and to me, that is way more important than volume everyday of the week. If you can do both...great...if not, pick intonation everytime. There were quite a few bands below them that based solely off of music, probably should have made semis...I know there are way more factors but I'm just using that one caption as an example.
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Post by Marching Observer on Jul 30, 2022 20:25:50 GMT -6
And as I believe we discussed in here earlier, they are always so close to each other in score when they have gone head to head that this is going to be a very exciting chance to see if LE can continue its win streak, or if LW finals gets the W over them. Truly do enjoy both bands. As an aside, I really do believe that LE should have made semi finals last year too. I think the last few bands in semis definitely could have gone either way with a few other groups...I know for me, seeing PCEP, the show was fun and the kids and crowd seemed to enjoy it but right off the bat, intonation was a major issue and to me, that is way more important than volume everyday of the week. If you can do both...great...if not, pick intonation everytime. There were quite a few bands below them that based solely off of music, probably should have made semis...I know there are way more factors but I'm just using that one caption as an example. Agreed. I believe I had LE and Center Grove in with PCEP and Cleveland out. Murray was last band in at 30th but 30th through 33rd was separated by only .75 which included Miamisburg (who would have gotten in if on the other panel by class rep as they beat Morton), Bentonville, and Center Grove. Was a very tight race. I expect nothing less again this year!
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Post by trumpet300 on Jul 30, 2022 23:24:47 GMT -6
I think the last few bands in semis definitely could have gone either way with a few other groups...I know for me, seeing PCEP, the show was fun and the kids and crowd seemed to enjoy it but right off the bat, intonation was a major issue and to me, that is way more important than volume everyday of the week. If you can do both...great...if not, pick intonation everytime. There were quite a few bands below them that based solely off of music, probably should have made semis...I know there are way more factors but I'm just using that one caption as an example. Agreed. I believe I had LE and Center Grove in with PCEP and Cleveland out. Murray was last band in at 30th but 30th through 33rd was separated by only .75 which included Miamisburg (who would have gotten in if on the other panel by class rep as they beat Morton), Bentonville, and Center Grove. Was a very tight race. I expect nothing less again this year! It's tough because each band had good moments and some places that still needed work, I think for a lot of of those bubble bands design and GE really played a big role.
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Post by das88 on Jul 31, 2022 16:36:08 GMT -6
Anyone ready to pull some pre-season predictions? I always love to see early predictions and how they are either proven mostly right or really wrong as the season progresses. Avon, Broken Arrow, Carmel top 3. Will Broken Arrow 2-peat? Will Carmel get title number 6, putting them 1 away from Marian’s record? My money is on Avon taking title 4, finally after 12 years. Tarpon, Mason and Dobyns rounding out the top 6. At least 1 Texas band makes finals. Fishers or Brownsburg makes finals. Fishers seems to have the momentum from previous years. I could see 5-6 Indiana bands in finals. Avon and Carmel as locks. Homestead likely, and Castle and Fishers right there. Brownsburg and Lawrence Township as dark horses. A previous long time finalist makes a return to Saturday night. Will it be Centerville, Marian Catholic, Kiski, Plymouth, Lawrence Township? O’Fallon is unlucky number 13. Expecting great finishes from the 3 TX bands, American Fork, North Hardin, both Lakotas, Rosemount, Mustang, Lincoln Way. And of course, team Texas will say that it doesn’t matter because whoever won with a San Antonio would have swept on finals night 😂 My guess is Avon is not going to miss a beat, even with a new director. A lot of programs take a dive, but this won’t be one of them. I think Brownsburg is primed to move further up the ranks. My feeling is Homestead will come back stronger. Castle, I am pretty anxious about as their long time director retired. But Castle has had a strong program since the mid 80’s. I counted around 93 freshman winds in a picture from their Instagram. I initially thought, dang their membership dropped. Lol.
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Post by marimba11 on Jul 31, 2022 21:49:24 GMT -6
Avon, Broken Arrow, Carmel top 3. Will Broken Arrow 2-peat? Will Carmel get title number 6, putting them 1 away from Marian’s record? My money is on Avon taking title 4, finally after 12 years. Tarpon, Mason and Dobyns rounding out the top 6. At least 1 Texas band makes finals. Fishers or Brownsburg makes finals. Fishers seems to have the momentum from previous years. I could see 5-6 Indiana bands in finals. Avon and Carmel as locks. Homestead likely, and Castle and Fishers right there. Brownsburg and Lawrence Township as dark horses. A previous long time finalist makes a return to Saturday night. Will it be Centerville, Marian Catholic, Kiski, Plymouth, Lawrence Township? O’Fallon is unlucky number 13. Expecting great finishes from the 3 TX bands, American Fork, North Hardin, both Lakotas, Rosemount, Mustang, Lincoln Way. And of course, team Texas will say that it doesn’t matter because whoever won with a San Antonio would have swept on finals night 😂 My guess is Avon is not going to miss a beat, even with a new director. A lot of programs take a dive, but this won’t be one of them. I think Brownsburg is primed to move further up the ranks. My feeling is Homestead will come back stronger. Castle, I am pretty anxious about as their long time director retired. But Castle has had a strong program since the mid 80’s. I counted around 93 freshman winds in a picture from their Instagram. I initially thought, dang their membership dropped. Lol. I think Homestead is probably planning revenge. My hot take is American Fork is solidly in finals.
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Post by LeanderMomma on Aug 1, 2022 8:11:14 GMT -6
Anyone ready to pull some pre-season predictions? I always love to see early predictions and how they are either proven mostly right or really wrong as the season progresses. And of course, team Texas will say that it doesn’t matter because whoever won San Antonio would have swept on finals night 😂 You got that right! 🤪😂🤠
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Post by hewhowaits on Aug 1, 2022 8:59:17 GMT -6
And of course, team Texas will say that it doesn’t matter because whoever won San Antonio would have swept on finals night 😂 You got that right! 🤪😂🤠 There will likely be some who are not Team Texas who will agree.
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Post by principalagent on Aug 1, 2022 9:13:56 GMT -6
There will likely be some who are not Team Texas who will agree. And some of us who are still are happy to let the GN winner accept their flowers gracefully!
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Post by bandalum15 on Aug 1, 2022 11:24:22 GMT -6
I think Homestead is probably planning revenge. I hope you're right! The people I correspond with suggest that they're more likely to miss semis, than to make finals. Hope they're just being overly pessimistic.
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Post by TeamIndiana on Aug 1, 2022 14:39:53 GMT -6
I hope you're right! The people I correspond with suggest that they're more likely to miss semis, than to make finals. Hope they're just being overly pessimistic. Their community performance is this Friday, but I decided to stop by last Friday on a whim. Original I thought that maybe they looked a little smaller when driving by, but after actually watching them for about an hour it’s easy to tell it’s the opposite, they are actually larger this season! They have the first 2 movements on the field and while it’s understandably rough for only 2 weeks of work, they definitely seem stronger this season. I don’t see them missing semis based on what I heard and saw in show design. Not that it matters, but they also have a whole new sound system this season. They were really struggling with theirs the last few seasons, so it’s a welcomed change in my book.
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Post by das88 on Aug 1, 2022 14:47:43 GMT -6
I hope you're right! The people I correspond with suggest that they're more likely to miss semis, than to make finals. Hope they're just being overly pessimistic. They tend to be. 😁
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Post by bandalum15 on Aug 1, 2022 15:02:41 GMT -6
I hope you're right! The people I correspond with suggest that they're more likely to miss semis, than to make finals. Hope they're just being overly pessimistic. Their community performance is this Friday, but I decided to stop by last Friday on a whim. Original I thought that maybe they looked a little smaller when driving by, but after actually watching them for about an hour it’s easy to tell it’s the opposite, they are actually larger this season! They have the first 2 movements on the field and while it’s understandably rough for only 2 weeks of work, they definitely seem stronger this season. I don’t see them missing semis based on what I heard and saw in show design. Not that it matters, but they also have a whole new sound system this season. They were really struggling with theirs the last few seasons, so it’s a welcomed change in my book. That is awesome! So happy to hear some good things. I really wish I could see them.
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Post by Marching Observer on Aug 1, 2022 16:43:55 GMT -6
Continuing with that thought, I didn't have my voice today so couldn't work so decided to drop by the Homestead practice. Here's some of my quick thoughts.
*On the practice field. So couldn't get an ensemble read. Feet and posture are in a noticably better position this year in regards to improvement for later. Freshman obviously stick out as a sore thumb but you really can't hold that against them. *Did not see guard as they may have been rehearsing inside. Can't give thoughts on what I don't see. *No choreo as of yet *Size wise, since I didn't get an above look, can't confirm what he said earlier if they are larger, but can say they don't seem any smaller than last year. Very comparable from where I watched *Low brass is in a good spot. Woodwinds were far and away the strongest section. *Homestead has definitely transitioned now from getting the whole show on the field in band camp, to clean as they go. Can confirm 2 parts are in the field.
I get the feeling that the people that say that Homestead is not in a good spot are probably basing it on this last point mostly. Homestead is evolving how they learn a show. There were no lyres (though they may have gotten rid of using those for practice years ago and I didn't know) and they are more paced now. Honestly, as of right now, I'd say they are in a very good position. There is always room for growth duh. After all, this is still AUGUST 1ST. Their first contest is not until Sept. 10th at Goshen.
I'm not going to spoil anything, but I will say I'm pretty sure I know the first piece and the second part, while highly arranged, is going to be very recognizable to people that follow the activity.
This show feels very much like a more classic Homestead style. Think 2014-17. It's still different than what you might think, but feels Homestead-y still lol.
Now do I think they can make top 4 at State once again? It's hard to say. It's a new age as last year proved. Other Indiana bands are really starting to push hard now. And honestly, that's great! Having parity makes it exciting (and stressful lol). But sure, I think so without having seen it heard anything else. Chalk it up to bias if you want lol.
What about Semi Finals at GN? Yes. No question still to me. Finals? Same as previous paragraph.
People, we literally have 3 full months and some before GN. While making way early predictions are fun, let's try to settle down on saying a season is over before it has begun. For ANY band. Let's wait to see what they actually bring to the field when the time comes. Texas literally could not start learning drill until today. Let's just try to enjoy the ride. 😁
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Post by LeanderMomma on Aug 1, 2022 20:19:07 GMT -6
Wow. They already have two parts on the field?!?! Texas just started learning drill TODAY!
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Post by Marching Observer on Aug 1, 2022 22:23:50 GMT -6
Wow. They already have two parts on the field?!?! Texas just started learning drill TODAY! That's Indiana baby! 😜 But take heart! Texas extremely focuses on music during the summer so you've got that over us lol
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Post by hewhowaits on Aug 2, 2022 5:59:45 GMT -6
I didn't have my voice today so couldn't work so decided to drop by the Homestead practice. How convenient.
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Post by es203 on Aug 2, 2022 14:30:12 GMT -6
My guess is Avon is not going to miss a beat, even with a new director. A lot of programs take a dive, but this won’t be one of them. I think Brownsburg is primed to move further up the ranks. My feeling is Homestead will come back stronger. Castle, I am pretty anxious about as their long time director retired. But Castle has had a strong program since the mid 80’s. I counted around 93 freshman winds in a picture from their Instagram. I initially thought, dang their membership dropped. Lol. I think Homestead is probably planning revenge. My hot take is American Fork is solidly in finals. It definitely feels like AF is getting underrated, I can’t see them any lower than 14.
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Post by Marching Observer on Aug 2, 2022 15:54:46 GMT -6
I think Homestead is probably planning revenge. My hot take is American Fork is solidly in finals. It definitely feels like AF is getting underrated, I can’t see them any lower than 14. Oh they are most definitely in the bubble! Would love to see them make finals as they feel due for it. Perfect year for them to come.
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Post by MarchingBand4Life on Aug 2, 2022 17:23:29 GMT -6
Wow. They already have two parts on the field?!?! Texas just started learning drill TODAY! That's Indiana baby! 😜 But take heart! Texas extremely focuses on music during the summer so you've got that over us lol As if TX bands in general aren't majorly impressive, to me, as a non-texan, it floors me that they can get it done and not start drill till Aug 1. Crazy! But, I suppose, it gives time for music to be polished before the first dot is plotted by student feet. My kiddo's band started drill 15 days ago and has 2+ parts on the field. No choreo or props yet. Guard work partially learned. First field competition in about 5wk. Incidentally, does TX UIL use the Aug 1 requirement because of the heat, or to level the playing field?
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Post by josephbandfan on Aug 2, 2022 18:13:49 GMT -6
Ooh, now I'm curious how far along different bands are in drill and music. But probably not in this thread.
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Post by principalagent on Aug 2, 2022 19:23:18 GMT -6
That's Indiana baby! 😜 But take heart! Texas extremely focuses on music during the summer so you've got that over us lol As if TX bands in general aren't majorly impressive, to me, as a non-texan, it floors me that they can get it done and not start drill till Aug 1. Crazy! But, I suppose, it gives time for music to be polished before the first dot is plotted by student feet. My kiddo's band started drill 15 days ago and has 2+ parts on the field. No choreo or props yet. Guard work partially learned. First field competition in about 5wk. Incidentally, does TX UIL use the Aug 1 requirement because of the heat, or to level the playing field? Playing field. Heat can often be worse in August than July!
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Post by WoodlandsMom4ever on Aug 3, 2022 11:24:23 GMT -6
As if TX bands in general aren't majorly impressive, to me, as a non-texan, it floors me that they can get it done and not start drill till Aug 1. Crazy! But, I suppose, it gives time for music to be polished before the first dot is plotted by student feet. My kiddo's band started drill 15 days ago and has 2+ parts on the field. No choreo or props yet. Guard work partially learned. First field competition in about 5wk. Incidentally, does TX UIL use the Aug 1 requirement because of the heat, or to level the playing field? Playing field. Heat can often be worse in August than July! Just to repeat: “Heat can often be worse in august than July!” Also because that’s when the bands have to practice after school during the hottest hours of the day- because they have school in the mornings when they had been practicing- and they can’t have practice as late because- school…. 1st day of school for us is aug 10th this year.
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Post by Marching Observer on Aug 3, 2022 11:33:38 GMT -6
Texas gets the heat early in the season, then Indiana and others up here get the cold and snow to deal with late season. Feel like it slightly evens out haha 😆
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Post by brassman on Aug 3, 2022 11:47:30 GMT -6
Texas gets the heat early in the season, then Indiana and others up here get the cold and snow to deal with late season. Feel like it slightly evens out haha 😆
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Post by brassman on Aug 3, 2022 11:53:46 GMT -6
Many schools in Indiana have already started the school year (Fishers/HSE, Noblesville, as well as I believe Avon, Brownsburg, Lawrence Township). They needed to complete band camps already due to starting the academic year so early.
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Post by bandalum15 on Aug 3, 2022 13:43:43 GMT -6
Texas gets the heat early in the season, then Indiana and others up here get the cold and snow to deal with late season. Feel like it slightly evens out haha 😆 This is so true. Anytime after mid-October was hit and miss as to whether much got done. I'm sure Texas has wonderful weather down the stretch!
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Post by supersound on Aug 3, 2022 13:59:00 GMT -6
Texas gets the heat early in the season, then Indiana and others up here get the cold and snow to deal with late season. Feel like it slightly evens out haha 😆 This is so true. Anytime after mid-October was hit and miss as to whether much got done. I'm sure Texas has wonderful weather down the stretch! I would’ve be too sure! Some of y’all may recall the absolute travesty that was San Antonio 2015. Texas rain is no joke.
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