Very nice review, and agree with most,
I have seen taylor, SFa , and morton ranch early season and really liked taylors show over morton ranch.. on that day.
I also do not like vocals in a marching band show, do you judge it like an instrument ?
I do not get the hype on lanham creek either, They have not beaten anyone this year and seem to be living on past reputation. I have not heard any fans(only students of the band) jumping up and down for them on any forum. I walked away saying... good show but nothing really stood out and placed them at the top.
Makeing finals will be a victory for any of the bands this year as there is at least 15 bands that should be considered possible finalist.
My pics
Seven lakes, CyFalls, Cy Fair, Clements( only because of Extreme Technique across the band ) advance to state.
I do think it is time for Area E to do like every other area in the state and advance more bands to area. Are E should have no less than 25 bands and advanve 5 ,
to state . there is too much talent that is not represented at the state level.