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Wapakoneta Music & More 2014

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March 22nd, 2014
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Venue Info
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Wapakoneta High School Performing Arts Center 1 Redskin Trail Wapakoneta, OH 45895
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Phone: (419) 739-5200
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Event Details
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Number of Attending Choirs:
11 Mixed Groups
3 Treble Groups
2 Middle School Groups
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Event Hosts:
Wapakoneta "Singsation"
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Event Judges:
Shane Coe
Mike Crandall
E. Lynn Knoble
Kathrine Kouns
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Tickets
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$10 Prelims
$8 Finals
$15 All Day
Videos: Tri-State Productions
Photos: Mobile Photography, Inc.
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With that being said, I really do think that this competition was one of the best competitions this weekend. Sure it's in the shadows of Los Al Xtravaganza, but a competition with Fairfield, Clover Hill, and Albertville? It was very under-the-radar and incredibly intriguing. Some of Ohio, Virginia, and Alabama's very best duking it out for top honors. I had a great time and attended Finals only, so here are some thoughts on the choirs I saw based on order of appearance:
Wapak "Singsation": As the host group, you all gave a wonderful performance. It's the first time I have even seen you all in person since 2008(?) … so yeah. Leaps and bounds better and improved from when I was in high school. I am so in love with the direction you all are heading and am excited to see "Singsation" continue to grow the next several years. In regards to your show, I thought the "Earth Song" ballad was quite aggressive… in the best way possible! You all sang it with force! And then the organic transition to "MMMBop" was glorious. Hanson is (was) an awesome band and that song is historic and I love how it fit in the show. And then I think you all ended with a high energy closer, "Dog Days Are Over," which is pretty impressive since you were all busy and exhausted from Music & More host duties. Great work, Singsation!
Clover Hill "Iridescence": That set. That band. That energy. WOW. Very cool. Very creative. Nicely performed. I can certainly see how you were all the top women's group of the competition. The Doll-themed show was fresh and you all committed with that intricate set! I loved the detail. I think, to me, the highlight was the ballad. It was so soft, emotional, and powerful. It was a great moment in the show. I do think the show wrapped up quickly though, I wasn't expecting the "Born To Be Wild" closer based on the show trajectory… but overall it was great! Oh and I really enjoyed those sparkly boots in the closer! I kind of want a pair…
Fairfield "Choraliers": It's no secret that "Choraliers" are consistently one of my favorite groups and that I have enjoyed the "Back To The Future" themed show this year. I was so happy to finally see it in person! I LOVE the opening costumes! They're so bizarre and I want them. I also received the wonderful compliment from a friend that the saxophonist in the opener is like my doppelgänger from a distance. So that was cool since that person is incredibly talented. Fun fact, I used to play the saxophone!
Bishop Dwenger "Summit Sound": Although Wapak and Bishop Dwenger have crossed paths, I think this is the first time I have seen you all in person. I was definitely caught off guard! I was not expecting a story show. Especially from an Indiana choir! No offense to Indiana, but y'all are pretty much the epitome of classic show choir!
Albertville "CenterStage!": So, Albertville. I was stoked to see you all in person for the very first time ever! Obviously I have heard (and even commented) so much about you throughout the years. The opening sequences were breathtaking. The immense amount of fog, the arduous waves… it was so cool visually! Another cool visual moment was the illuminated portholes which really played a major part in telling the story in my opinion. I loved the story being conveyed with the family. Vocally, I think the group had wonderful moments. "CenterStage!" was by far the largest choir competing in Finals, but it wasn't a "largest choir"-sound, it was a FULL sound. "Endless Night" was beautiful. It was EVERYTHING. But truthfully, I think my favorite part was the closer especially the "Don't You Worry Child" part. Not only that, but the closer was really the main part of the show that featured stellar vocals and precise high energy choreography at the same time. I would've liked to seen more of that, because it was SO GOOD! Don't get me wrong, the show was splendid visually, but there wasn't much dancing until the end of the show. Just a preference. I think some people, myself included, have been critical of Albertville in the past for having difficult show concepts that aren't relatable or easily conveyed to the audience… but I don't think this show had that pitfall. It was pretty easily digestible in person and was enjoyable to watch. I'm glad that I was finally able to see y'all in person! Despite being a different show, I enjoyed it and have much more respect for you all now. I was also sitting in front of some kids from Albertville before the finals awards and I just have to say they were so kind, funny, and I just enjoyed listening to their beautiful southern accents.
Fairfield "Pure Elegance": Let me just say I LOL-ed at your program introduction… "The ladies of PE wish to end world hunger, stop global warming, and of course hope for world peace!"
Clover Hill "New Dimensions": This was my first time seeing you all and after your performance I thought there was a really good chance you would be walking away with GC. The show was performed so very well. Very balanced. It wasn't my favorite show of the night, but I can certainly recognize high quality shows. You all had, by far, the most classic show of the evening with the theme and execution. You all had such a consistent sound. It was just a strong wall of vocals throughout the entire show. They weren't overbearing and they didn't appear weak. Just solid. I was SO overwhelmed by the "Baby You Can Drive My Car" guys number. It was one of the best guys numbers I've seen in a long time! Those guys can DANCE! It was so dynamic and performed with so much passion. Listening to the "Big Cheeks" was also quite enjoyable. Without a doubt, the best high school combo I have ever heard. It's no wonder you all have an undefeated streak! It was so soothing and literally at times felt recorded or professional. It was THAT good! I think your sound was more prevalent during the "Iridescence" show, but still quite wonderful for "New Dimensions." You all were such a classy group. The only choir that stood, unified, during Final awards congratulating each choir on their placement/caption awards. And the love you have for "Big Cheeks" when they won Best Band was lovely! It was great to see your pride. Thanks for coming to Ohio - please come back!
Final awards took a while. The competition did run about an hour behind, but it was overall an enjoyable evening of show choir in Wapakoneta, OH! I do wholeheartedly agree with the final placements. I think the judges definitely got it right! I think the Top 3 were probably really close and I could've seen captions going multiple ways. I'm glad Clover Hill was finally able to make it to Music & More and awesome to see Albertville return and hope to see them both back in the future!
Few shootouts to… Fairfield "Rhythm Express" for having back-to-back undefeated seasons! And to Kenton "Top 20" for sending their director off to retirement with a Class B championship! Great work, fellow WBL school!
And… those are my thoughts on Music & More 2014!