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Post by pitplayer19 on Feb 4, 2023 23:36:53 GMT -6
Sheesh just in that confirmed list there is a very stacked finals
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Post by yayband914 on Feb 5, 2023 20:54:14 GMT -6
Not Attending:
Greendale H.S., WI (Macy’s)
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Post by ilikeguard on Feb 6, 2023 12:08:44 GMT -6
Although it *could* be a surprise still…there’s no band rehearsal in November on Camdenton’s online schedule, so I think it’s safe to count them out for now. I have a feeling that rumor might have been a misunderstanding of the band going to state (which looks like it is on the schedule)! Knowing the band’s history, I’m not ruling out a well-kept secret, but for now it doesn’t look like we’ll see them this year.
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Post by michiganmarching on Feb 6, 2023 15:28:21 GMT -6
Confirmed: Rockford, MI (Band Calendar)
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Post by yayband914 on Feb 6, 2023 22:33:22 GMT -6
Confirmed:
Norton H.S., OH (band calendar) Tri County H.S., MI (source: I have my ways)
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Post by bigtrombone on Feb 7, 2023 8:58:14 GMT -6
Confirmed:
Claudia Taylor Johnson H.S., TX (Nationals Travel Fee for Competitive Marching Band Students)
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Post by es203 on Feb 7, 2023 20:18:19 GMT -6
Any speculation that Vandy might attend? It’s been 4 years (that sounds crazy to say lol) and they don’t have any big travel plans.
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Post by bigtrombone on Feb 7, 2023 21:56:11 GMT -6
Any speculation that Vandy might attend? It’s been 4 years (that sounds crazy to say lol) and they don’t have any big travel plans. I think I remember someone somewhere saying that Vandy was planning on going back this year, until they got the invitation for Macy's last year.
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Post by txguardperson on Feb 8, 2023 9:02:01 GMT -6
Confirmed-Dripping Springs HS, TX (Band Director)
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Post by abtwitch on Feb 8, 2023 9:54:04 GMT -6
Confirmed-Dripping Springs HS, TX (Band Director)
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Post by LeanderMomma Fan on Feb 15, 2023 14:02:54 GMT -6
Confirmed: Pearland H.S., TX
(Announced to the public during the school day)
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Post by bigtrombone on Feb 16, 2023 12:33:51 GMT -6
Updated Way-Too-Early Finals Predictions:
1. Hebron H.S., TX 2. Carmel H.S., IN 3. Avon H.S., IN 4. The Woodlands H.S., TX 5. William Mason H.S., OH 6. Claudia Taylor Johnson H.S., TX 7. Blue Springs H.S., MO 8. Round Rock H.S., TX 9. Pearland H.S., TX 10. Keller H.S., TX 11. Wando H.S., SC 12. James Bowie H.S., TX
As an aside, does anyone know if Dobyns-Bennett is coming to Grand Nationals next year? Currently, they only have 2 competitions marked on their calendar (Johnson City & COC).
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Post by bigtrombone on Feb 16, 2023 15:03:13 GMT -6
Officially Confirmed:
Brownsburg H.S., IN (2023 Season Timeline)
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Post by principalagent on Feb 16, 2023 17:55:19 GMT -6
Updated Way-Too-Early Finals Predictions:1. Hebron H.S., TX 2. Carmel H.S., IN 3. Avon H.S., IN 4. The Woodlands H.S., TX 5. William Mason H.S., OH 6. Claudia Taylor Johnson H.S., TX 7. Blue Springs H.S., MO 8. Round Rock H.S., TX 9. Pearland H.S., TX 10. Keller H.S., TX 11. Wando H.S., SC 12. James Bowie H.S., TX One change I’d personally make, then subscribe.
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Post by dbalash on Feb 16, 2023 18:53:33 GMT -6
Confirmed:
Lake Central, IN
Only BOA event for them this year; scheduled for Lake Park, VJA and ISSMA events.
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Post by vidal28rdg on Feb 16, 2023 22:38:07 GMT -6
Updated Way-Too-Early Finals Predictions:1. Hebron H.S., TX 2. Carmel H.S., IN 3. Avon H.S., IN 4. The Woodlands H.S., TX 5. William Mason H.S., OH 6. Claudia Taylor Johnson H.S., TX 7. Blue Springs H.S., MO 8. Round Rock H.S., TX 9. Pearland H.S., TX 10. Keller H.S., TX 11. Wando H.S., SC 12. James Bowie H.S., TX As an aside, does anyone know if Dobyns-Bennett is coming to Grand Nationals next year? Currently, they only have 2 competitions marked on their calendar (Johnson City & COC). will make a prediction once there’s a full list of participants out! Haha
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Post by suburbanbandfan on Feb 17, 2023 22:50:08 GMT -6
Potential: Collinsville HS, IL- On their Calendar
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Post by dbbandalum on Feb 19, 2023 17:00:13 GMT -6
Updated Way-Too-Early Finals Predictions:1. Hebron H.S., TX 2. Carmel H.S., IN 3. Avon H.S., IN 4. The Woodlands H.S., TX 5. William Mason H.S., OH 6. Claudia Taylor Johnson H.S., TX 7. Blue Springs H.S., MO 8. Round Rock H.S., TX 9. Pearland H.S., TX 10. Keller H.S., TX 11. Wando H.S., SC 12. James Bowie H.S., TX As an aside, does anyone know if Dobyns-Bennett is coming to Grand Nationals next year? Currently, they only have 2 competitions marked on their calendar (Johnson City & COC). I don't think their schedule has been 100 percent confirmed. They left GN off their calendar last year as well but they still went. With how secretive they are about their shows and schedule, we probably won't know until september or october
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Post by LeanderMomma on Feb 19, 2023 19:08:03 GMT -6
Updated Way-Too-Early Finals Predictions:1. Hebron H.S., TX 2. Carmel H.S., IN 3. Avon H.S., IN 4. The Woodlands H.S., TX 5. William Mason H.S., OH 6. Claudia Taylor Johnson H.S., TX 7. Blue Springs H.S., MO 8. Round Rock H.S., TX 9. Pearland H.S., TX 10. Keller H.S., TX 11. Wando H.S., SC 12. James Bowie H.S., TX As an aside, does anyone know if Dobyns-Bennett is coming to Grand Nationals next year? Currently, they only have 2 competitions marked on their calendar (Johnson City & COC). I don't think their schedule has been 100 percent confirmed. They left GN off their calendar last year as well but they still went. With how secretive they are about their shows and schedule, we probably won't know until september or october Why the secrecy?
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Post by dbbandalum on Feb 19, 2023 23:28:34 GMT -6
I don't think their schedule has been 100 percent confirmed. They left GN off their calendar last year as well but they still went. With how secretive they are about their shows and schedule, we probably won't know until september or october Why the secrecy? To be honest, I really don’t know. It started in 2016 because they wanted Elsa’s procession to be a surprise, but I really don’t know why they continue to hide their shows until the first competition. My only guess is that Mr. Cook (the director) just likes a dramatic reveal.
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Post by marimba11 on Feb 20, 2023 13:23:48 GMT -6
I'm sure the kids know right? Not all websites are a top priority for bands. And if we don't have any on the boards then we wouldn't know. We also know many directors tell their kids to stay off the boards too. So, we may be insinuating more than what is really there.
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Post by WoodlandsMom4ever on Feb 20, 2023 15:25:41 GMT -6
I'm sure the kids know right? Not all websites are a top priority for bands. And if we don't have any on the boards then we wouldn't know. We also know many directors tell their kids to stay off the boards too. So, we may be insinuating more than what is really there. This…. Shockingly…. Some directors don’t really care about our boards and discussions and “promoting” what they are doing to the band community… 🤷♀️ 😬😝🤪
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Post by dbbandalum on Feb 20, 2023 16:37:44 GMT -6
I'm sure the kids know right? Not all websites are a top priority for bands. And if we don't have any on the boards then we wouldn't know. We also know many directors tell their kids to stay off the boards too. So, we may be insinuating more than what is really there. The kids definitely know about the show before everyone else does. We usually found out around April when I was there, but were always told to not post videos of practice or shows until after Grand Nats, though I never really found out the reason for that. I think you might be right with the kids staying off of forum board, especially after last season's fiasco with the rankings, I imagine the rule is being strictly enforced now.
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Post by marimba11 on Feb 20, 2023 19:15:18 GMT -6
I'm sure the kids know right? Not all websites are a top priority for bands. And if we don't have any on the boards then we wouldn't know. We also know many directors tell their kids to stay off the boards too. So, we may be insinuating more than what is really there. The kids definitely know about the show before everyone else does. We usually found out around April when I was there, but were always told to not post videos of practice or shows until after Grand Nats, though I never really found out the reason for that. I think you might be right with the kids staying off of forum board, especially after last season's fiasco with the rankings, I imagine the rule is being strictly enforced now. Very valid points
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Post by weber1492 on Feb 20, 2023 20:57:54 GMT -6
What was the fiasco?
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Post by principalagent on Feb 20, 2023 22:20:12 GMT -6
The short version: Some DB kids took adult band nerds submitting fake rankings here too seriously and left a blaze of hurt feelings across the internet.
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Post by yayband914 on Feb 20, 2023 22:39:19 GMT -6
The short version: Some DB kids took adult band nerds submitting fake rankings here too seriously and left a blaze of hurt feelings across the internet. This seems to be a trend with the DB kids... I remember in the old Music for All forums, back when DB had potential to make Grand National finals but wasn't the powerhouse they are today, there were kids wilding and acting some sort of way whenever people didn't have them in their finals rankings and things like that.
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Post by principalagent on Feb 21, 2023 13:18:44 GMT -6
The short version: Some DB kids took adult band nerds submitting fake rankings here too seriously and left a blaze of hurt feelings across the internet. This seems to be a trend with the DB kids... I remember in the old Music for All forums, back when DB had potential to make Grand National finals but wasn't the powerhouse they are today, there were kids wilding and acting some sort of way whenever people didn't have them in their finals rankings and things like that. The year is 2031. Dobyns-Bennett is a regular medalist at Grand Nationals, achieving heights no Tennessee has ever band has ever achieved, but they haven’t won the Eagle yet. Kids still launch profanities over the internet because nobody predicts them to win Grand Nationals.
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Post by hewhowaits on Feb 21, 2023 14:49:13 GMT -6
This seems to be a trend with the DB kids... I remember in the old Music for All forums, back when DB had potential to make Grand National finals but wasn't the powerhouse they are today, there were kids wilding and acting some sort of way whenever people didn't have them in their finals rankings and things like that. The year is 2031. Dobyns-Bennett is a regular medalist at Grand Nationals, achieving heights no Tennessee has ever band has ever achieved, but they haven’t won the Eagle yet. Kids still launch profanities over the internet because nobody predicts them to win Grand Nationals. [/topic] Mic drop
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Post by dbbandalum on Feb 21, 2023 16:32:02 GMT -6
This seems to be a trend with the DB kids... I remember in the old Music for All forums, back when DB had potential to make Grand National finals but wasn't the powerhouse they are today, there were kids wilding and acting some sort of way whenever people didn't have them in their finals rankings and things like that. The year is 2031. Dobyns-Bennett is a regular medalist at Grand Nationals, achieving heights no Tennessee has ever band has ever achieved, but they haven’t won the Eagle yet. Kids still launch profanities over the internet because nobody predicts them to win Grand Nationals. The year is 2041. DB wins first ever eagle for TN, but the kids still launch profanities over the internet because nobody predicted them to win USBands. P.S. I blame being a big fish in a small pond
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