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The 2024 Bands of TMC

  • Austin High School

    Austin, Texas

    "Making Waves"

    Join us as we explore the impact of the many forms of waves in our lives which shape our world, both visible and invisible. From the powerful waves you can feel resonating and pulsing through sound, to the mesmerizing motion of waves on water you can see, to the unseen but essential radio and light waves which further connect us with each other throughout our daily lives.

    Prelims Performance Time: 11:30am

    Directors: Richard Patenaude, Julie Vest, Abby West

    Hashtags: #makingwaves #maroonband #loyalforever #austinhigh

  • Cedar Ridge High School (In Exhibition)

    Round Rock, Texas

    "The Pendulum Effect"

    The Pendulum Effect is the motion of swinging from one side to the other and all around! The rhythm of life is very similar with peaks and valleys, sense of time, trends, the changing of the seasons. The Pendulum Effect is a constant force in the ebb and flow of life.

    Prelims Performance Time: 7:15pm

    Directors: Arminda Velasquez, Rick Rodriguez, Greg Horner, Heather Stone

    Hashtags: #raiderband #cedarridgeguard #thependulumeffect

  • Cypress Woods High School

    Cypress, Texas

    "The Cat's Meow"

    When something is “The Cat’s Meow” you are referring to an event that is special and unique. The Cypress Woods production of “The Cat’s Meow” shows the unique juxtaposition of the jazzy, scraggly alley cat as it weaves in and out of the more formal society of yesteryear.

    Prelims Performance Time: 3:15pm

    Directors: T.J. Peterman, Gabby Crouch, Cinjin Casillas, Sam Belcher, Khalil Sanders

    Hashtags: #thecatsmeow #cywoodsguard #wildcatband

  • Dripping Springs High School

    Dripping Springs, Texas

    "The Threads That Bind Us"

    “The Threads That Bind Us” explores the emotional entanglements that we all deal with as we weave our way through life. Our shared human experiences, like so many threads, connect us all. And perhaps the most important is the golden thread of community, family and friendship that binds us together.

    Prelims Performance Time: 11:45am

    Directors: Derek Woods, Brian Mayer, Daniel Cuevas, Matt Ehlers, Derek Vereen

    Hashtags: #dstigerband #thethreadsthatbindus

  • James Bowie High School

    Austin, Texas

    "TWO WOLVES"

    The story of the two wolves is a parable about a fierce battle raging within each of us—a battle between a dark wolf and a light one. The dark wolf embodies sadness, anger, fear, and jealous, gnashing its teeth in the shadows of our hearts. The bright wolf stands for gratitude kindness, and humility, shining with the light of hope and compassion. Locked in eternal combat, their fate depends on a single truth: the one you choose to feed will triumph.

    Prelims Performance Time: 10:00am

    Directors: Jennifer Hanford, Tyler Jacks, Joshua Balli, Reid Paxton, Daniel Riley

    Hashtags:

  • John B. Alexander High School

    Laredo, Texas

    "Always"

    John B. Alexander High School’s 2024 competitive field production is entitled “Always”. The visual and aural landscape centers around the classic children’s novel “Love You Forever” with the Outdoor Performance Ensemble’s own unique detours sprinkled throughout the timeline. This production is dedicated to all Band Parents for their selfless acts and constant love they provide their children and our programs.

    Prelims Performance Time: 3:30pm

    Directors: Joshua A. Martinez, Ricardo Fuentes, Camden Sidenstricker, Jose C. Martinez, Adam Dinkins

    Hashtags: #jbaband #bulldogband #always #pawsup #bluegold #youcantstopwhatwontstop

  • LASA High School

    Austin, Texas

    "Love, LASA"

    Our story depicts a young person leaving home for the first time who feels the tension between missing their home and the spirit of adventuring on their own. As they travel, they write letters home, signing each one “Love, LASA.”

    Prelims Performance Time: 8:30am

    Directors: Ponder East, Jesus Torres

    Hashtags: #lasaraptorband

  • Leander High School

    Leander, Texas

    "Shades"

    The Leander High School Band proudly presents our 2024 marching band show, Shades, featuring a dynamic musical repertoire from a variety of genres and composers including Peter Gabriel, Katahj Copley, Coldplay/Jacob Collier, and original compositions by Ryan George, Andrew Markworth, and Rick Rodriguez.
    Incorporating the iconography of sunglasses, “Shades” takes on the traditional “color story” on a vibrant journey from black and white, through a spectrum of yellows, oranges, pinks, reds, and blues, all culminating in a dazzling display of full color. Our visually striking show will explore new and innovative ways to use color on the marching field, all while delivering a dynamic and colorful soundtrack that is sure to captivate audiences and showcase the band’s versatility and creativity. Get ready for a spectacular fusion of music and visual artistry that will shine brightly from start to finish.

    Prelims Performance Time: 11:15am

    Directors: Ryan Sirna, Mike Swiren, Amanda Petro, Dan Reberger, Allison Petro

    Hashtags: #leanderband

  • Liberty Hill High School

    Liberty Hill, Texas

    "Drawn Upon"

    A doodle. A dash of color. Watch as the field becomes a symphony of color. Experience Drawn Upon!

    Prelims Performance Time: 9:30 am

    Directors: Joshua Muñoz, Justin Zimerman, Ashlynne Turner, Evan Turner

    Hashtags: #libertyhillpantherband #DrawnUpon #buildingchampions #pantherband

  • Louis D. Brandeis High School

    San Antonio, Texas

    "In The Shadows"

    The shadow is a place where light has not yet reached! A comfort zone. Coming out of the shadows can leave you feeling vulnerable and exposed but also give you freedom to make connections with others.

    Prelims Performance Time: 1:30pm

    Directors: Patrick Aguirre, David Suarez, Joshua Conner, Steven Gres, Jacqueline Aguirre

    Hashtags: #InTheShadows

  • McNeil High School

    Austin, Texas

    "Resonate"

    Our 2024 production, Resonate, explores the intrinsic connection between sound and human emotion. By visualizing sound and its resonant wave patterns, we can better understand how different configurations of sound can evoke specific and distinct emotional responses. Our program highlights how the exploration of resonant sounds and compositions can generate excitement, tranquility, enjoyment, or reflection, highlighting the profound impact of resonance on the human psyche.

    Prelims Performance Time: 1:15pm

    Directors: Jason Dimiceli, Brittany Graham, Jordan Garza, Christopher McCarthy

    Hashtags: #MavBand2024 #Resonate

  • Midway High School

    Waco, Texas

    "Chrysalis"

    A transcendent journey of self-discovery and transformation. Through a symphonic blend of music, choreography, and visual artistry, this production takes the audience on a mesmerizing odyssey.

    Each act, from the enigmatic “Awakening” to the abstract “Metamorphosis” and the triumphant “Transcendence,” explores the profound power of change, embracing one’s uniqueness, and celebrating the beauty of one’s true identity. “Chrysalis” invites viewers to witness the beauty that emerges when individuals break free from their cocoons and take flight as the vibrant butterflies they were always meant to be.

    Prelims Performance Time: 11:00am

    Directors: Pam Hyatt, Sarah Moss, Kenneth Moss, Kesley Haner, Alyssa Stuhr

    Hashtags: #midwaypantherband #chrysalis

  • Moe & Gene Johnson High School

    Buda, TX

    "Planet Disco"

    “Planet Disco” is a mash up of Holst’s classic composition The Planets and familiar disco tunes, such as Funky Town, Stayin’ Alive, Dancing Queen, I Will Survive, and YMCA. Listen for clever new treatments of the familiar themes and melodies in these musical selections.

    Prelims Performance Time: 1:45 pm

    Directors: Joni Perez, James Malik, Chris Lunsford, Chris Martinez, Zach Jacobes

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  • Robert E. Hendrickson High School

    Pflugerville, Texas

    "There will come soft rains"

    Based on the Poem “There Will Come Soft Rains” by Sara Teasdale
    There will come soft rains and the smell of the ground,
    And swallows circling with their shimmering sound;

    And frogs in the pools singing at night,
    And wild plum trees in tremulous white,

    Robins will wear their feathery fire
    Whistling their whims on a low fence-wire;

    And not one will know of the war, not one
    Will care at last when it is done.

    Not one would mind, neither bird nor tree
    If mankind perished utterly;

    And Spring herself, when she woke at dawn,
    Would scarcely know that we were gone.

    Prelims Performance Time: 10:15 am

    Directors: James Hairston, Isaac Medina, Nicole Davis, Nathan Zamora, Tom Jackson

    Hashtags: #therewillcomesoftrains #hawkband

  • Ronald Reagan High School

    San Antonio, Texas

    "Fallen"

    “It is not about what happens after the fall. It’s about what happens during the fall.” You can fall and flail, or you can fall and float. The choice is yours.

    Prelims Performance Time: 2:45pm

    Directors: Brett Nelson, Tyler Estrada Simon, Paula Boothman, Ray Ulibarri, Kim Booher

    Hashtags: #fallen #reaganband

  • Round Rock High School

    Round Rock, Texas

    "Ars Nova"

    We want to believe that there is a brilliant future for the world, to feel like the things we say and do will resonate over time, that they’ll matter when we’re far gone. We want those who inherit the future to do so gratefully. And though it may be dark in the present, it doesn’t have to be. We start right here, right now, living in Ars Nova.

    Prelims Performance Time: 10:30am

    Directors: David Mobley, Cathy Benford, Isabelle Bouhadana, Kyle Hammack, Whitney Stone

    Hashtags: #GoRockBand #arsnova

  • Rouse High School

    Leander, Texas

    "Opus 78"

    Welcome to ‘Opus 78,’ a journey through the realms of creating a work of art, set against the majestic backdrop of Camille Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony. As we embark on this journey, witness the transformation from a single spark of inspiration to the grand unveiling of a monumental work of art.

    Prelims Performance Time: 12:00pm

    Directors: Ryan Johnstone, Caitlin Wolf, Anna Bush, James Sparling, Anthony Mondragon

    Hashtags: #rouseband #opus78

  • Sandra Day O’Connor High School

    Helotes, Texas

    "Color of Sound"

    The OC Band proudly presents their 2024 program “Color of Sound.” Our show will use music to take our audience through a journey of color which begins as a colorless landscape. By the end, we will thrive in a fully vibrant production with multiple colors on the field ending with a beautiful rendition of “Somewhere over the Rainbow.”

    Prelims Performance Time: 2:15 pm

    Directors: Bobby Joe De Leon Jr, Gabriel Valdez, Jose Marin, Erik Gamez, Amanda King

    Hashtags: #pantherband #colorofsound #ocyouknow

  • Tom Glenn High School

    Leander, Texas

    "City Cycle"

    City Cycle will take audiences on the journey of how a city looks, feels, and SOUNDS from sun down to sun up. Starting with the exuberance and excitement of a weekend evening, continuing to the calm of when the city sleeps, and finishing with the sun coming up to start the cycle again.

    Prelims Performance Time: 8:45 am

    Directors: Matthew Garrison, Samantha Muckleroy, Jacob Gall, Rick Scruggs

    Hashtags:

  • Vandegrift High School

    Austin, TX

    "Chasing Infinity"

    Shoot for the stars. Chase your dreams. The possibilities are infinite.

    Prelims Performance Time: 3:45 pm

    Directors: Jarrett Lipman, Kyle Norris, Tristan Murray, Joe Hobbs, Katie Hopkins

    Hashtags: #chasinginfinity #viperband #visiondancecompany #vandegriftband #secondtonone #definingthestandard

  • Vista Ridge High School

    Cedar Park, Texas

    "Our Journey Of Hope"

    Inspired by the story of “Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes”, a children’s historical novel that focuses on the ideals of hope and peace represented by the folding of a thousand paper cranes, the 2024 Vista Ridge Ranger Band presents, “Our Journey of Hope”

    Prelims Performance Time: 9:45 am

    Directors: Robert Herrings, Taylor Trevino, Kate Allen, Brian Perez, Erin Kosman

    Hashtags: #journeyofhope #GoRangerBand

  • Westwood High School

    Austin, TX

    "Timeless"

    A fast forward through music history through a selection of timeless classics.

    Prelims Performance Time: 9:00 am

    Directors: Brittany Dacy, Brandon Winters, Bryant Sharpley, Mikey Sheeran, Mark Istratie

    Hashtags: #pridepassionfamily

  • Winston Churchill High School

    San Antonio, Texas

    "Nevermore Academy"

    Nevermore Academy is a fictional academic institution that serves as the main setting of the Netflix series “Wednesday”. Founded in 1791, it is meant to be a sanctuary for individuals with special abilities, freaks, and monsters. Join the Charger Band as they have enrolled with Wednesday Addams at the school for the outcasts. Here are the first two movements to Nevermore Academy.

    Prelims Performance Time: 2:00pm

    Directors: Amanda Stevenson, Amy Plazek, Rick Astorga, Ray Ramirez

    Hashtags: #chargerband #churchillchargers #nevermoreacademy