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23rd October 2010

More Marching Band

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Our high school band succeeded in getting a ranking of 1 in the Regional marching contest last Saturday, so today, we are off to watch them at the Area contest. My daughter is all ready at the practice field and where they have been rehearsing for over an hour. They’ll be boarding the 23 school buses that it takes to transport 650 students and heading out for the 40 minute drive to the site of the contest today. My husband and I won’t be too far behind them. This could turn out to be an extremely long day because there are scattered thunderstorms in the area. Anytime there is even a hint of lightning, the performances will be delayed. Right now they are scheduled to perform at 2:30 and will wait to hear results scheduled for 5:30. Top finalists will move on to the State competition in San Antonio, so this is very important. With a band this size though, while they are really good and amazing to watch, it is difficult to maneuver and get everything perfect. I am hoping they do really well, but it has been a very long time since they’ve moved on to the State contest.

Here are a few photos I took from last week’s contest.

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  1. 1 On October 24th, 2010, Brenda said:

    I hope they did really well! The band at my son’s high school just went to a competition this weekend, that’s a 10 hour drive! I’m anxious to hear how they did.
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    posted on October 24th, 2010 at 5:30 pm

  2. 2 On October 26th, 2010, Metallman said:

    Hey there. I was in the marching band in high school and I must admit that I loved the thrill and the rush of competitions. You also make many friends from competing bands and it’s just an overall great experience. I’m glad I got to enjoy that and I’m sure your daughter is loving it as well! How did they do???
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    posted on October 26th, 2010 at 4:01 pm

  3. 3 On November 6th, 2010, Lin said:

    That’s CRAZY! How do they march with so many kids on the field??! Do they have to take baby steps? WOW! Are you on YouTube or anything where we can see their show? Love to see it.
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    posted on November 6th, 2010 at 5:47 pm

  4. 4 On November 11th, 2010, valmg @ Mom Knows It All said:

    That is an ENORMOUS band! Wow!
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    posted on November 11th, 2010 at 9:21 pm