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Post by Momof20613 on Mar 15, 2022 20:42:16 GMT -6
What is something that has never been done in a marching show that you would like to see, or you think would be cool?
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Post by paddy on Mar 16, 2022 7:06:18 GMT -6
Snarky reply - A Texas band playing pianissimo
Actual reply - tough to think of something as bands are pretty darn creative these days. Some of things I think would be cool would require rule changes (height of props, pyrotechnics, etc.)
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Post by Subito Fortissimo on Mar 16, 2022 19:53:15 GMT -6
Actual reply - tough to think of something as bands are pretty darn creative these days. Some of things I think would be cool would require rule changes (height of props, pyrotechnics, etc.) You are right it is difficult to think of anything that hasn't been done at this point. As far as pyrotechnics or oversized props go there is probably a better chance to see stuff like that from some of the flashier college bands.
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Post by jmike16 on Mar 16, 2022 20:15:53 GMT -6
I would like to see a show where at one point, the entire band switches to all woodwinds, and then at another point, switch to all brass. I know Jackson Academy did part of this in 1993 but I want to see both groups in 1 show. I know it would be pretty impossible for that but still.
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Post by abtwitch on Mar 16, 2022 21:23:05 GMT -6
I would like to see a show where at one point, the entire band switches to all woodwinds, and then at another point, switch to all brass. I know Jackson Academy did part of this in 1993 but I want to see both groups in 1 show. I know it would be pretty impossible for that but still. Jackson Academy 1993
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Post by es203 on Mar 17, 2022 8:47:07 GMT -6
I would like to see a show where at one point, the entire band switches to all woodwinds, and then at another point, switch to all brass. I know Jackson Academy did part of this in 1993 but I want to see both groups in 1 show. I know it would be pretty impossible for that but still. I bet a good smaller band could make all their brass play trumpet. The issue with bigger bands trying that is that there are only so many instruments to go around, otherwise I bet we would see someone like Hebron do that.
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Post by jmike16 on Mar 17, 2022 8:53:20 GMT -6
I would like to see a show where at one point, the entire band switches to all woodwinds, and then at another point, switch to all brass. I know Jackson Academy did part of this in 1993 but I want to see both groups in 1 show. I know it would be pretty impossible for that but still. I bet a good smaller band could make all their brass play trumpet. The issue with bigger bands trying that is that there are only so many instruments to go around, otherwise I bet we would see someone like Hebron do that. Yeah. Smaller bands would be able to do this more so than bigger bands. It would still be neat to see it though.
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Post by paddy on Mar 17, 2022 12:13:59 GMT -6
I would like to see a show where at one point, the entire band switches to all woodwinds, and then at another point, switch to all brass. I know Jackson Academy did part of this in 1993 but I want to see both groups in 1 show. I know it would be pretty impossible for that but still. I bet a good smaller band could make all their brass play trumpet. The issue with bigger bands trying that is that there are only so many instruments to go around, otherwise I bet we would see someone like Hebron do that. I feel like there was a WGI Winds group that switched all of their brass to trumpet in 2019.
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Post by saturdaynightlights on May 10, 2022 12:22:52 GMT -6
I would like to see a show where at one point, the entire band switches to all woodwinds, and then at another point, switch to all brass. I know Jackson Academy did part of this in 1993 but I want to see both groups in 1 show. I know it would be pretty impossible for that but still. Can't forget about Marian doing Clair de Lune with all winds on woodwinds with the exception of the Mellos on F Horns in 2013. Amazing design, regardless of how clean it was at the end of the year
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Post by bigbandfan on May 11, 2022 11:14:15 GMT -6
The tuba players stayed on tuba as well Can't forget about Marian doing Clair de Lune with all winds on woodwinds with the exception of the Mellos on F Horns in 2013.
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Post by marimba11 on May 15, 2022 18:01:36 GMT -6
Personally think most things dealing with lighting seem super flat, especially in dome environments where lighting is usually pretty powerful already.
But a la WGI percussion I think led screens can work well. I think as time goes on we will see more led light up props that probably will have the ability to have members stand on them or change shape. I know many are rolling their eyes lol
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Post by ilikeguard on May 16, 2022 23:22:19 GMT -6
Personally think most things dealing with lighting seem super flat, especially in dome environments where lighting is usually pretty powerful already. But a la WGI percussion I think led screens can work well. I think as time goes on we will see more led light up props that probably will have the ability to have members stand on them or change shape. I know many are rolling their eyes lol I really liked Bixby’s flashlights(?) in 2021. I’d love to see something with individual light screens, like phones or something similar. Maybe set to Hymn of Acxiom, like this choir does. I’m just a bit hesitant when it comes to larger screens like what Tarpon was doing in 2018- it’s one thing if one flashlight doesn’t work, but it’s super noticeable if a whole screen is out. Although I’m sure that kind of technology is improving all the time, I’d still be terrified that one of my screens might go out during a performance (because inevitably it will). I definitely want to see more bands experimenting with everything in between! I don’t know if they still do it, but a few years ago Blue Springs South did a performance with the field lights off on their home field where all of the band members were covered in glowsticks. It’s not anything that would be practical for BOA, but it was pretty neat!
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Post by jmike16 on May 16, 2022 23:31:45 GMT -6
Personally think most things dealing with lighting seem super flat, especially in dome environments where lighting is usually pretty powerful already. But a la WGI percussion I think led screens can work well. I think as time goes on we will see more led light up props that probably will have the ability to have members stand on them or change shape. I know many are rolling their eyes lol I really liked Bixby’s flashlights(?) in 2021. I’d love to see something with individual light screens, like phones or something similar. Maybe set to Hymn of Acxiom, like this choir does. I’m just a bit hesitant when it comes to larger screens like what Tarpon was doing in 2018- it’s one thing if one flashlight doesn’t work, but it’s super noticeable if a whole screen is out. Although I’m sure that kind of technology is improving all the time, I’d still be terrified that one of my screens might go out during a performance (because inevitably it will). I definitely want to see more bands experimenting with everything in between! I don’t know if they still do it, but a few years ago Blue Springs South did a performance with the field lights off on their home field where all of the band members were covered in glowsticks. It’s not anything that would be practical for BOA, but it was pretty neat! There is a band about 40 minutes from me that does their homecoming performance in the dark. They also wear glowsticks and stuff. It's a big deal every year. What makes it even more unique is that they are a military band.
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Post by bandirectorman on May 17, 2022 10:13:39 GMT -6
I would like to see a show where at one point, the entire band switches to all woodwinds, and then at another point, switch to all brass. I know Jackson Academy did part of this in 1993 but I want to see both groups in 1 show. I know it would be pretty impossible for that but still. In an earlier era, there was a band who attempted to have some of their colorguard play as an ensemble in the middle of the field. Unfortunately, at least in my opinion, it did not help their push to become Grand National Champions. Music PERFORMANCE should matter more than whether or not a couple of people can play both brass and/or woodwinds. Assuming the guard members of this band were in concert band, the fact that they were not marching and instead were in guard does not really move the needle. It better be good!
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Post by lostchoirguy on May 17, 2022 14:48:49 GMT -6
I'd like to see a band play music from Morten Lauridsen. It pains me that he doesn't allow his music to be performed on the field.
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Post by boahistorybuff on May 19, 2022 10:53:50 GMT -6
A show called "Evolution"
- The band starts in the endzone and moves to the center of the field (early 1970s style).
- They perform a section of symmetrical drill centered on the 50 yard line with the guard in military attire.
- They then transition to asymmetrical drill and the guard ditches the military look for an artistic look.
- Props, electronics and vocalization then appear.
- The show then ends in the style that is common today.
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Post by hewhowaits on May 19, 2022 12:21:45 GMT -6
A show called "Evolution" - The band starts in the endzone and moves to the center of the field (early 1970s style). - They perform a section of symmetrical drill centered on the 50 yard line with the guard in military attire. - They then transition to asymmetrical drill and the guard ditches the military look for an artistic look. - Props, electronics and vocalization then appear. - The show then ends in the style that is common today. With the same band doing a show entitled "Deconstruction" the following year where they reverse the order.
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Post by Allohak on May 19, 2022 18:35:25 GMT -6
A show called "Evolution" - The band starts in the endzone and moves to the center of the field (early 1970s style). - They perform a section of symmetrical drill centered on the 50 yard line with the guard in military attire. - They then transition to asymmetrical drill and the guard ditches the military look for an artistic look. - Props, electronics and vocalization then appear. - The show then ends in the style that is common today. With the same band doing a show entitled "Deconstruction" the following year where they reverse the drill chart-by-chart and music note-by-note. FYP
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Post by hewhowaits on May 20, 2022 9:49:31 GMT -6
With the same band doing a show entitled "Deconstruction" the following year where they reverse the drill chart-by-chart and music note-by-note. FYP I propose that there are fewer than ten bands who could pull that off.
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Post by paddy on May 20, 2022 12:44:58 GMT -6
I propose that there are fewer than ten bands who could pull that off. And half of that 10 only pull it off because everyone assumes they can pull it off.
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Post by Allohak on May 20, 2022 20:30:36 GMT -6
I propose that there are fewer than ten bands who could pull that off. And half of that 10 only pull it off because everyone assumes they can pull it off. 👀👀👀👀👀
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Post by paddy on May 23, 2022 7:27:02 GMT -6
And half of that 10 only pull it off because everyone assumes they can pull it off. 👀👀👀👀👀 Perception is a powerful thing.
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Post by Allohak on May 27, 2022 7:08:05 GMT -6
Perception is a powerful thing. Not disagreeing...more curious which of them you're saying get more credit than they deserve 😎
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Post by hewhowaits on May 27, 2022 7:19:58 GMT -6
Perception is a powerful thing. Not disagreeing...more curious which of them you're saying get more credit than they deserve 😎 Probably some groups readers might assume I include in my "less than ten" that I do not.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 29, 2022 9:32:02 GMT -6
A show with all ELO and XTC music
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Post by dbbandalum on Oct 26, 2022 10:11:54 GMT -6
DUBSTEP SHOW
I will not be elaborating
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Post by Allohak on Oct 26, 2022 10:14:48 GMT -6
DUBSTEP SHOWI will not be elaborating See: CTJ 2016
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Post by saturdaynightlights on Oct 26, 2022 20:53:58 GMT -6
I'd like to see a band play music from Morten Lauridsen. It pains me that he doesn't allow his music to be performed on the field. University HS from FL did O Magnum Mysterium this year which was super interesting because I was also under the same impression.
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Post by nomorehoney on Oct 26, 2022 23:08:57 GMT -6
A band playing a piece by Elliott Smith would be cool, especially Everything Means Nothing To Me, but I can imagine that because he's no longer alive it might be a real undertaking to get it approved. I'm not sure if the record label that published his music still exists. I'm pretty sure no band has ever played a piece by him
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Post by oldarmybandguy on Oct 27, 2022 9:09:05 GMT -6
I don't know if copyright is limiting, but I would love to see a band do some of the lesser known great music from the Star Wars saga-like the asteroid belt music; some of the chase and fight music is high tempo and wouldn't carry with it the "everyone's heard it" problem.
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