The Winter Guard Competitive Season has Begun

JV presenting HALO

Varsity presenting Starstruck

Saturday, January 29, found the both Guard units in Danville, IN to compete in their first competition of the season. JV unit would compete against 15 Class AA units from around the state. They presented their show “Halo” to a packed gymnasium. BD was the 13th unit to perform; and received an enthusiastic response from the crowd. Once all units had presented their shows, the awards ceremony was held for Class AA. All units receive a participation certificate; and the top 5 units are recognized with medals to be placed on their 2010 – 2011 plaques. The JV unit finishes in the top 25% with a 4th place finish.

Later in the afternoon, Varsity competed against 11 other units from around the state in Class A competition. The unit would perform their show entitled “Starstruck”. Katie Townsend, guard director, explains the show “draws parallels between the incredible cosmic force of the universe and the all consuming force of love.” This fast paced show keeps the crowd engaged throughout the entire performance. During the awards ceremony, BD was presented with a 2nd place finish just behind Brownsburg by .30 points.

Both units have come out strong this season; and expect to continue to improve as the year progresses. Congratulations to JV and Varsity units!

Upcoming events:
Practice:
February 3, 3 to 4:15 pm, Jazz Band
February 3, 6 to 9 pm, Winter Percussion & Varsity Guard
February 4, 6 to 9 pm, JV Guard
February 7, 6 to 9 pm, Varsity Guard
February 8, 6 to 9 pm, Winter Percussion & JV Guard
February 8, 6 to 8:30 pm, Varsity Guard

Performance / Competition:
February 2, Pep Band, Call time 6:30
February 5, IHSMA Solo & Ensemble
February 5, Winter Guard at Pike HS
February 5, Winter Percussion at New Palestine HS