Slightly off-topic, but I always wonder why WV is usually lumped into "Midwest" as many of the posters do here for the region. I personally would place it in the "East Coast" geographically (and could even make a case for the South). Maybe it's becase I'm from the eastern panhandle that I think of it as eastern...
I think that it might be because quite a few WV groups compete in Ohio and are interested in the groups in that area. East Coast threads have never really included WV information since I have been on this site.
Slightly off-topic, but I always wonder why WV is usually lumped into "Midwest" as many of the posters do here for the region. I personally would place it in the "East Coast" geographically (and could even make a case for the South). Maybe it's becase I'm from the eastern panhandle that I think of it as eastern...
Honestly, this was one of the best States that I had seen in a while! Sometimes, I really wish States would hold a finals round, just so I could see everyone again right in a row, but oh well. Big congrats to everyone that performed yesterday and of course to my alma mater on their fourth straight state championship!
Superior Ratings: Hurricane, Martinsburg, St. Albans, Cabell Midland
Best Choral Sound: Hurricane "Red Hot"
Best Choreography: Hurricane "Red Hot"
Best Instrumental Ensemble: Martinsburg "Good Times"
Best Male Soloist: John Wolfe - Cabell Midland "Rhythm in Red"
Best Female Soloist: Mara Stewart - Hurricane "Red Hot"
They've come a long way since I was there... 4 different directors and 2 different choreographers over the 4 years I was there!
I'm guessing the "C'mon Everybody" is Elvis and is likely a similar arrnagement as the one used in the Broadway show "All Shook Up", although I wouldn't know since I didn't see it. I hope they did use that arrangement, because it (like all the other vocal arragements for All Shook Up) is amazing!
Opener: System of Survival (EW&F)
Second: Fly Like An Eagle/Dust in the Wind (Seal/Kansas0
Ballad: Raindrops will Fall (Fantasia?)
Fourth: Nicest Kids in Town (Hairspray)
Closer: Come on Everybody (Elvis?)
All students I have encountered have been extremely supportive of Morgantown. i think its really funny that the ones that have been bashing and anti Morgantown, have been other directors who have HUGE grudges against Morgantown, as well as many of the WVMEA association. Sad thing is, the kids have no fault in these reasons there are grudges. I know this first hand. And have been told by a certain Director, that yes it is sad that the students have to pay the price for the grudges that many have against us. And that indeed many directors have said horrible things about our program. So its funny to me how the adult directors and association are more drama and catty than the students. Were all here to perform and have a good time. I have been thoroughly disguisted with the rules the WVMEA has implemented, as well as all the adult drama that has gone on. I have judged Showstoppers on several occasions, and Fame as well as doing clinics around the country. Originally from Southern California, if the rules set out by WVMEA were presented anywhere else in the country, they would be completely laughed at. They are ludicrous and ancient.
Am i saying this because im bitter? Am i saying this because i really want a trophey and havent recieved one this year? Not even a tiny bit. I am an outsider who has come into this for the first time ever here in West Virginia, and am bothered by what i have witnessed. I can say whole heartedly, even though many will reply and object, that winning a trophey is not my first goal while working with a show choir. I really want the best show out there. I want to see the energy and passion that comes with performing.
I have had an amazing time working with Morgantown this year, and these kids have worked really hard. They have made my first time ever in west virginia awesome.
I hope that all the Directors that are catty and extremely selfish will one day realize why there is show choir--to teach the fine art of dancing singing and performing. Not all this finger pointing to each other, and all the, "well theyre not allowed to do that" "this director acted mean to me so now this and that" kind of stuff. Its sad to say that the kids all have it right on while the adults dont. Im not saying all Directors here have been like that, but there are several who are. Even one spreading this kind of attitude is like a cancer.
And to all the students that have had nothing but awesome positive things to say about Morgantown, I say to you all thanks for all your support and dedication. Youre all what its about. Many of you have been so amazing on stage. Continue the support for each other and the ARTS. Hope to see many of you at a Showstoppers or Fame one day soon!
Sergio Mejia
Proud to be Choreographer for Morgantown HS Images
www.show choircampswest.com
okay wait...is Poca going to be at States AND St. Clairsville tomorrow?
edit- nevermind, SCC has the date for St. C wrong
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West Virginia State Show Choir Festival 2007
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