I was fortunate enough to see Grosse Pointe last year at Findlay Fest and what Mr. Chris Pratt has done there in just two years is absolutely astonishing. I would hate to say they are underestimated, but I believe they are. I am a big fan of them and I am excited to see what they pull out of the bag this year.
I say Colerain, GP, Solon, and Beavercreek are sure to battle it out for the top spots. I haven't seen anything about Garfield Heights' or Medina's shows this season, but based on what I've seen before and how fantastic they did at Beavercreek, I think GH will place ahead of Medina. I'm obviously a little biased, but I genuinely think that Hamilton will also grab a finals spot.
On a different note - I am THRILLED to have the opportunity to see Solon again on Saturday, maybe twice if I stay for finals! Beavercreek was also one of my favorites last year, so I'm anxious to see them.
Predictions for finals:
Colerain
Grosse Point
Solon
Beavercreek
Medina
Hamilton
Order of finish...
Solon GC/BV/BC
Grosse Point
Colerain
Beavercreek
Hamilton
Medina
This is some really stiff competition! It's going to be one heck of a fight for the last few finals spots! Anyone know how many groups will be in finals?
This is some really stiff competition! It's going to be one heck of a fight for the last few finals spots! Anyone know how many groups will be in finals?
8:00- Riverdale- C
8:30- Grosse Pointe South- C
9:00- Cory Rawson- C
9:30- Vermillion- C
10:00- Van Buren- C
10:30- Medina Spotlights- Girls
11:00- Teays Valley- B
11:30- Grosse Pointe Belles- Girls
**12:00-1:00 LUNCH**
1:00- Colerain- A
1:30- North Royalton- B
2:00- Hamilton- A
2:30- Garfield Heights- B
**3:00-3:15 BREAK**
3:15- Medina Encore- A
3:45- Solon- A
4:15- Beavercreek- A
4:45- Grosse Pointe Singers- A
5:15- Findlay/VIP- exhibition
**5:45-6:30 AFTERNOON AWARDS**
Findlay Fest offers:
• Spacious stage with easy equipment load in
• All equipment is stored on the same level as the performance venue
• Auditorium with 750 seats
• Great sound system with a professional sound technician
• Large commons area
• Great concessions
• Two homerooms for each group
• Mixed and Women's Division
• High quality adjudication
• Video review after performance
We would love to host you and your choirs. Please let me know if you have any questions: [email protected].
Kevin Manley
Director of Choirs, Findlay High School