Miracles

I know some parts of prelims 1.) Clements 2.) SFA. 3.) Cypress Falls 4.) Langham 5.) Cy-Fair 6.) Morton (?) 7.) Seven Lakes 8.) Dulles (?) 9.) Travis (?) 10.) Cy-Creek

My predictions for finals (as a marcher for one of the bands going to area): as unbiased as possible. 1. Clements - This band is a lock for this area year in and year out. Definitely will make state and probably the most consistent band in this area. If they slip, it would probably be from visual errors. 2. Seven Lakes - Consistent first place finishes over Cypress Falls and Cy-Fair this season. Good sounds too and a powerful opener. 3. Cypress Falls - Sophisticated show design mixed with an intense passionate brass. However, they suffer from fatigue harder than the two bands above the. They also need to clean some of the individual errors. This band has the potential to be first place but also can drop out of state just like 2 years ago. We'll see what will happen in their finals run. I expect them to come out with desire, after what happened to them two years ago (top 4 finish in prelims and then missed out on state by one) 4. Cy-Fair - Very cool show with great brass/ww's as well. I'm not sure what's going on with the stage because some people have said they have removed it but others say only for rehearsals/football games (this is according to the members I talk to that march at Cy-Fair)? This is one of the reasons I have them behind Falls. The other reason is the energy levels and achievement (Harder drill compared to Falls). Regardless, they are most likely in it for state. 5. Langham Creek - God, I really wish there was 5 bands going to state, because they belong at the state level for sure. Good show design but from what I've heard, there is lack of energy I feel like but is made up with beautiful clarity and the Langham sound that we've come accustomed to. I predict that Cy-Fair, Cypress Falls and Langham Creek chances at state depend on their finals run. All 3 are very strong contenders. This thread between CFmello, Baredex and kgs seems to only make things even more tense.. All i can say is, we'll see on Saturday night. 6. SFA - Look out for an upset from this band. Don't have much to say but cool show, 7. Morton Ranch - same. 8. Cypress Ranch - this band has a lot of potential. 9. James E. Taylor 10. Jersey Village I can't wait.