TheHornplayer Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Hendrickson would probably be in finals but UIL region is also today and they were the second band to perform so it would make sense that they pulled from finals all together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toasted Almond Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Bowie's show is incredible! I am captivated by the story and the artistry. If I had one complaint, as an old-school marching band alum, it would be that the actual "marching band" feels secondary...like they're just there to support the theater on the field. It's visually stunning and I really, really liked it....I just miss the BAND being the star of the show. I'm still trying to catch up to modern day marching band, I suppose. Nny14 and Vidal28 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbyg703 Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 The judging there was a lil suspect imo. But it's all subjective and it's hard to argue with a caption sweep. Honestly yeah I can see that. Based on how I think Hays did we should've beaten Dripping Springs unless Dripping performed pretty amazingly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Culper Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Hendrickson would probably be in finals but UIL region is also today and they were the second band to perform so it would make sense that they pulled from finals all together This idea was disputed upthread. They just didn't make Finals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saxman1324 Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Anyone have actual results? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lost Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 The only verified results we have are of class medalists BlueCircle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostChoirGuy Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 I posted earlier the only placements we can determine definitively (or at least the range of placements) without insider info right now. Edit: of course- I was assuming the classes of the finalist bands that werent class medalists, so I could be wrong. I believe that 7L and JJP are AAAA and Richland and BC are AAA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueCircle Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Bowie really impressed me at Austin and I really though they would place higher, but then their TMC results were a bit underwhelming. So I’m glad that they are getting the recognition that I feel that they deserve. I think Keller and Bowie should make SA finals, I don’t really see any reason why they shouldn’t. El Gato_01 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebelPercMom Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 What an incredible finals! I'm so amazed by the level of difficulty these kids are playing. I loved every minute of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmtb617 Posted October 20, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Alright, my personal placements, excluding Burleson Centennial since I missed them 9. JJ Pearce ——— 8. Aledo 7. Dripping Springs 6. Richland ——— 5. James Martin 4. Seven Lakes ——— 3. Waxahachie ——— 2. Bowie 1. Keller I can change my mind on a whim on bands within each marked tier. Lots of competitive performances. Here’s some thoughts on some of the programs on an individual basis. JJ Pearce: I loved their show aesthetics and the overall ambience. A beautiful show design, and the performers sell it really well. Just the least refined musically and visually out of the 9 in my opinion. Richland: Unfortunately missed their closer. From what I saw, their show also struck me as entrancing, and beautiful. I think their performance level is above that of 9 and slightly above that of 8-7. Musical balance and refinement keeps them out of the top 5 for me. James Martin: An ENERGETIC performance with solid performance-driven GE. Really enjoyed the closer; I am a sucker for Wine Dark Sea. They have a lot of opportunities to display blended ensemble sound. I think their visual program will be the factor that ultimately settles them in 5th; I just don’t think it’s as ambitious — or sold as well — as the top 4. Super proud of this group nonetheless! I’ve not heard of this group until now! Seven Lakes: My alma mater!!! Super proud of them; best run of this show I’ve seen yet. I think this show sits on the opposite end of James Martin in terms of design, but they are similar in performance quality. This show is WILD!! This gives them a lot of opportunity to show off GE, but their visual program is TOUGH, and it’s difficult to perform well! The performers sell it well but they need to clean up! However I love love love the show; and of course I’m a sucker for their closer. Waxahachie: Another AMBITIOUS show design! First time I’ve gotten to see this group ever. This begins the medalist tier in my opinion, based on overall quality in everything. However, I don’t think they’re as refined, especially musically, as the top 2 (HOWEVER — dear lord...those soloists.) Bowie: I think these guys take visual over Keller, but I still find it hard to believe that their musicality and GE overtake that of Keller’s. I do love their Traveler though! Saw them at Austin, now here — Awesome stuff!! Keller: I absolutely agreed with Rubisco about their visual program (esp at the closer) struggling, but man do I love what this show design allows the Keller band to show off. Just constant opportunities to show off the ensemble cleanliness; they will be rewarded!! Cleanliness = Effect. Still learning the odds-and-ends of this activity as a spectator. This is my first year doing this. Take my comments with a grain of salt! Doing this is an invigorating — and frankly fun — mental exercise. So glad I was able to watch finals today!! Dog885 and bandgeekofthecentury 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostChoirGuy Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Is this Keller's first caption award ever at a BOA event? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BandFan59 Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 I think these next two weeks before San Antonio will be just enough time for Keller to be able to clean up their closer. Nny14 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloMoParent Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Final Results1. 87.450 James Bowie H.S., TX 2. 85.600 Keller H.S., TX 3. 84.300 Waxahachie H.S., TX 4. 84.000 James Martin H.S., TX 5. 82.925 Seven Lakes H.S., TX 6. 80.850 Aledo H.S., TX 7. 79.000 Burleson Centennial H.S., TX 8. 78.800 Dripping Springs H.S., TX 9. 77.900 J.J. Pearce H.S., TX 10. 77.30 Richland H.S., TX Outstanding Music Performance - Keller H.S., TX Outstanding Visual Performance - James Bowie H.S., TX Outstanding General Effect - James Bowie H.S., TX Asaiah 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostChoirGuy Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 That was a bigger gap between first and second than I would have expected. gmtb617 and Funguy02 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lost Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Ladies and Gentlemen, The James Bowie Outdoor Performing Ensemble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bingogooberman Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 What a phenomenal season James Martin is having- back to back top 5 BOA regional finishes is a very impressive feat gmtb617 and lost 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubisco Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Completely agree with the caption awards. That's how I would have rewarded them. But the gap between first and second place is too big. Nny14 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubisco Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Oh, and congrats to Bowie! What a comeback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BandFan59 Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 A big congratulations to James Bowie! Now time to wait for St. Louis results... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nny14 Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Keller has plenty to expand on for San Antonio. It'll be exciting to see how they grow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueCircle Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Keller closer to Martin than to Bowie is...interesting. gmtb617 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmtb617 Posted October 20, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 What a contest! This is what happens when you stick an amalgamation of Triangle bands in a giant Baylor Blender. Expect the unexpected!!! LeanderMomma 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josephbandfan Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 This has been my favorite contest that I’ve attended this year. Really enjoyed the stadium, how it frames the field, cushioned seats and cup holders! I also agree with the captions but not the score gap between top 2. Also, 85 sounds a little low for Keller this late in the season right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atxbands7 Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Does anyone know why the prelims and finals recaps still havent been released yet? They typically post it right after Finals Retreat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Gato_01 Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 they are up. BandFan95 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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