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I really don't know for sure. I think for the most part the wind instruments were okay. They were well strapped-in and their cases did their job. Probably more likely the impact was to front ensemble and electronics. But that's just speculation.

For what it's worth I've really enjoyed your band's shows over the years. They're always visually compelling, and so much fun to watch. And my kids in the Cedar Park band have had the absolute nicest things to say about the kids in the RR band! Enjoy the rest, my oldest is a senior mello as well. This part is bittersweet. We'll see you in SA this weekend, hopefully both Friday and Saturday!

My friend in the Vandegrift parent pit crew tells me they're definitely still planning on going. They're working logistics on how to borrow equipment, plus transportation, for the weekend.

Yeah I found Flower Mound's show to be pretty stunning. Just all around wonderful. I'll be surprised if it doesn't win BOA-SA, and I won't be surprised if it wins in Indy.

Folks on Hornrank saying there's no 8 minute timer in Finals. That would be great, sure hope that's the case.

Great run for Vista, just a beautiful show. That was more than a "little" delay, I have no idea how much of a penalty will be assessed, hopefully it's minimal.

I always enjoy the theatrics of CR shows and this one's no different. Honestly it's somewhat subdued compared to past shows but I think it allowed them a little more dynamic contrast. Gonna enjoy seeing this one again in person in SA in a few days.

Fun show from 7 Lakes, I must have missed it yesterday. I've always liked Scheherazade, and it's really cool hearing them use the same Shostakovich closer that CP is using, but arranged differently.

I had to work and missed some, but really enjoyed Lockney's show just now. Nice way to end the 2A prelims.

I think they were accidentally leaving the field mics on during the announcements and interviews, so we were catching both the direct mic'd vocals, and the vocals broadcast into the Alamodome. They seem to have fixed that after the first couple of bands.

Cedar Park band loaning our semi tractor and trailer to the Vandy band to get their gear back down to San Antonio for Finals this afternoon, and Leander Band sent their truck and trailer on super short notice to bring them back last night. The marching band community never ceases to amaze me.

I really love watching the smaller division high schools perform. Growing up, my band was 5A, but even so, in a lot of ways. these performances remind me of what band was like "back in my day" and I really enjoy the simpler feel of it.

Congrats to Moe and Gene Johnson, so cool to see them make their first appearance! Cy-Fair is my favorite so far this block, really impressed by them.

Oh man I feel so terrible for Vandy Thank goodness nobody was injured. I know they're attempting to source replacement instruments from the other bands that are there. And the Leander ISD 5A bands have also offered to bring them anything we have, if they still need something. I can't imagine having to pull together all those instruments and test them out by 9:15. Sure hope they can make it work. I really do like their show this year and have it in my current top 3.

I'm not a percussionist but now I definitely want a timpani cart of my own! That was so cool. And Cedar Ridge's shows are always so fun, this year is no different.

Leander ISD bringing it! Way to go Vista, I really like this show and it's gotten so much better every time I've seen it. They really do know how to peak late in the season.

I can get NFHS through the website but the app on my TV and Roku aren't working. Always something. Anyway, fantastic show from TWHS. Their energy is always so impressive. Had to work for a second during Keller, but here we go with Vista. What a way to start the morning!

That does seem pretty inconsistent. The good news is that they'll get a clean sheet with a fresh set of judges at State. And I meant to say the other night, I'm really happy for my friends and Anderson. They tell me this is their first trip to State since 2010. We certainly never made it that far when I was in the Anderson band... errr... a few decades ago.

i think Leander will do well at State and medal is certainly a possibility. I have to say I like CP's draw. They've been really fortunate in draws this year, in all competitions. Gonna be a fun next 8 days...

Good luck to all the 6A bands. I'll be working from home and following what I can on streaming.

Maybe we should rename you "CPGlazer" Just kidding, I'm glad you like the show. Both CP runs yesterday were pretty great, the closer was fire and is only getting better. But I thought Rouse was excellent, and Leander's show is really growing on me. The judges were petty mixed on all three and it could go a different way at State. Also, I haven't even seen Wakeland's show but I know it's going to be great. Should be plenty of drama in the Alamodone next week.

Wow what a day. That delay really took a lot out of me. Finally home and done unloading the trailer and box truck. For those who don't already know, these were the results at Finals. Congrats to all advancing, seeya next week in SA! https://www.smbc.uiltexas.org/area/results/files/area-25_5A Area H 2025.pdf

I was gonna do a "Twas the night before Area" post, but decided to spare you all. Looking forward to tomorrow's competition, best of luck to all who are competing, and even more good wishes to the tired old parents schlepping equipment around all day. At least it's not 8 massive barber poles or 23 mirrors this time...😀

I graduated from Anderson, well... back in the day. I played French horn/mello in the Trojan marching band. We weren't great but we had a lot of fun. Crockett was actually the Central Texas power back then. Some of my friends either still live in the neighborhood, or have moved back to the neighborhood, and have kids at Anderson now. But I now live in Cedar Park and my kids are in the CP marching band. So I root for both, along with just enjoying the marching arts in general.

Man I'd love to see Anderson make it through to State this year. Not only is it my alma mater but I know several people with kids in that band. Stiff competition though.