Many of my 2021 posts will have companions from this year, since we tend to do very similar things each year. But Marching band will not because it was Robyn's last year in 2021. Sad day, but it was a great season. Marching band goes for a long time. They start practices and rehearsals in August and go straight through to September when the competitions begin and all the way through to State in November. Here is the Front Ensemble (and drum line) from last year, or Pit as they are lovingly called.
I can't remember why they practice at night? Most of their competitions are during the day. Oh, Robyn tells me they need to practice on the football field and that is the only time they can get it.
See, here we go. Hauling around all the equipment is always a process.
The BYU competition is a big one. It happened to be a rainy day, but that doesn't stop the show. Robyn took some pictures of other bands and their cool outfits and props. Oh, and they did pretty well. During the season, they got so many percussion captions, meaning the front ensemble was outstanding.
These guys are dedicated. They even practice on Halloween!
Here are some fun photos of practices, intense props, and shirts that Robyn made for her group. I don't know what the wave is for. There is some secret meaning that Robyn won't tell me. And that's okay for me.
The final competition was down in St. George. They went down and did amazing of course. Here are some pics from the trip.
But I'm sure what you've all been waiting for is the actual performance. I recorded it on family night, when we all get to come and watch. It is a really neat piece and I think it was a great last year for Robyn. The story is about how the Tin man (in the Wizard of Oz) became the Tin Man. Robyn plays the synth. Listen for his heart beat at the beginning and any special sound effects.
A week or so after the last performance, there was an awards night. The band gets together to celebrate all the memories and trophies, cuz there were lots. And naturally, they recognize the seniors as well. That was four years for Robyn. Way to go! And thanks to all the directors (especially Tippetts, Esther, and Tracey) for their support and dedication to the students.
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I had to ask which was her favorite, and this is what she told me:
2. Becoming the Tin Man
And thus ends the marching band years. (Well, they ended last year, but you know what I mean.) I'm so glad Robyn got to be part of the magic!
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