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Intro:
As we build towards this fall, our two big goals need to be simple:
1. Build on the identity the staff created last year and the success we made from an effect standpoint 2. Create a clear performance goal standard that we will build on as we complete at the Region, Area, and hopefully State level.
I began searching out visual motifs that would support the band’s clear mantra that would build off last year’s show. We used a mixture of classical and modern material that created success for us in the past and mix it with the idea of building bright rich color palettes. With the color of the uniform, identifying visual motif’s that work will with maroon are crucial for us looking very detailed on the visual side of things. I think utilizing a fall landscape is a perfect match for what our band look is, as well as complementing it with something that will make the guard look beautiful
Talking Point: I would like an all-in for the final name. I don’t think “Color of Autumn” will be the final arrival for the show title. Keep this in mind as we move forward. In fact – the more I hear it, the more I want something super modern & edgy sounding.
Synopsis: This show would use more classical wind and orchestral literature to support the visual motif of fall and visual imagery of the season.
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Musical References/ Source Material: (We may not use all of these)
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Suite for Band – Gustav Holst – Mash up of selections from all three movements. Chaconne opening, Intermezzo, and march - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzAaq9A9_zU Ballad Material
Legends of the Fall – James Horner - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaxZeisCHv8 Closer Material
Hungarian Battle March - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgcnP7-FDzU
Field Layout –
Would really like to use an asymmetrical field layout. I want to maximize our ability to create a good sense of balance with the field and also give Ron plenty of flexibility with the auxiliary units in terms of all his transitions. This is just an idea below:
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The color pallet could be a wide variety of things, using Reds, Yellows, Greens, Blues, etc.
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I would like to utilizeliz an open dress concept here with a full pant leg. We can utlize the dress to take up field space throughout the production. Equipment:
I think that as we start to move towards what we are spinning for this show – its going to be as we develop the musical ideas. However, I would like to really vary our look through the show. We should really think about how we can break apart the girls to maximize our visual contrast through the entire production. Overview:
I really think that this theme and content will be a product that your community and staff can identify emotionally. I believe that the Los Fresnos program was built on hard work and this theme really will be a wonderful vehicle that you can drive as you push to the fall competitive season.