To the pep band

[jacksfaninne]

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however over recent years, the entertainment value I think has dropped in the DL.

Agree. Was thinking the same thing. I liked the shenanigans.

[goon]

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Personally, I'm a huge fan of the Pride and the Pep Band, but the ensemble that makes me go absolutely delirious with joy when I see them perform is the Drum Line.

More Drum Line! Now!

(At least they know the proper tempo to begin State Cadence! Unlike some cheerleaders . . . )

After spending many years in the pride, with a good friend in drumline, I agree they are the highlight. however over recent years, the entertainment value I think has dropped in the DL. There has been more of a focus on technical playing then amussing shannagins of years past. Even if they no longer yell funny stuff along with good music that is fine. they are still a favorite of mine.

[filbert]

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I'll second the motion to move the band to the other end, right next to the opponents' bench (hey, if Oakland does it, why not?)

One of the things I really like about SDSU is that the entire south lower stands are pretty much dedicated student seating--unlike most major D-I schools where students are stuck on the end lines. (Now, there are some who prefer that view, but most folks want to sit at courtside, not at court end, student or non-student).

[Cowbell]

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The band, consisting of students, has been in about that approximate location for many, many years. Students pay well over a million dollars in student fees just for athletics. In addition, when bleachers were removed from the lower level (over a period of time) students lost a significant number of places to sit. I'm not sure if taking more students out of the lower level is a good idea.

[bub94]

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I do think they should put the pep band in the second level of Frost. Those are some prime seats behind the basket. Don't know how the parents like having the band right next to them (I guess it wouldn't be any better behind them either). I do like having the band there. Maybe the best idea is having the band behind the opponents bench and fans. This way they can't really hear during timeouts.

[1stRowFANatic]

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They must have been thinking "two things that the fans REALLY love"

[Cowbell]

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I'm glad you brought up the bad decision to have a cell phone call in poll about what fans liked most. The band was sitting there watching it unfold. If the ice cream lost, who cares? It doesn't have feelings. It was a rotten decision by whomever put that thing on the big screen. What were they thinking?

[BlueseatJack]

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I had intended to comment after Saturday's games at Frost on the great performances by the pep band all season. Not long after I took my seat prior to the women's game, the pep band played "Dreams" by The Cranberries. I had not heard the pep band (any pep band) try that song before. Very well done...great arrangement, very faithful to the original.

That band is a huge part of what makes Frost such a special place.

I couldn't agree more!!! I was sick over that phone poll the other night about what you would prefer: pep band or ice cream! I love ice cream but the band is so much Frost!
For those of you who were at St. Joe the year of the championship, we will never froget the band coming the first day!!! When they walked in the place went crazy! It was terrific and played a huge part in "Jackrabbit Nation" taking over there! Thanks to the band you so much more important than ice cream and we all know it!!!

[filbert]

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Personally, I'm a huge fan of the Pride and the Pep Band, but the ensemble that makes me go absolutely delirious with joy when I see them perform is the Drum Line.

More Drum Line! Now!

(At least they know the proper tempo to begin State Cadence! Unlike some cheerleaders . . . )

[Cowbell]

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There are those on this board who aren't big fans of the bands (pep band, marching band). As pointed out, those bands are great additions to the athletic venue. And, if either is absent, there is a loss in the overall quality of the event.

[1stRowFANatic]

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I agree, and you don't realize how much you would miss them until the game they couldn't be there.

[JackJD]

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I had intended to comment after Saturday's games at Frost on the great performances by the pep band all season. Not long after I took my seat prior to the women's game, the pep band played "Dreams" by The Cranberries. I had not heard the pep band (any pep band) try that song before. Very well done...great arrangement, very faithful to the original.

That band is a huge part of what makes Frost such a special place.

[2002jack]

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By the way, my wish nearly came true. It wasn't Chuck Mangione, but Allen Vizzutti just performed with the Symphonic Band this weekend at the performing arts center. IT WAS AWESOME. This guy is unbelievable with the trumpet. Check him out on youtube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLfCs...eature=related

What a great experience for the spectators and the symphonic band.

[GoJacks]

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I'll donate $200 to the pep band if they play Chuck Mangione's "Feels So Good" during the basketball game on Friday night. No Joke.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hi22...eature=related


Who's with me?

Great idea trying to get the Band/ crowd involved. Unfortunately, the time-outs are generally reserved for corporate sponsorship announcements. I know it pays the bills but they sure are rally killers and do nothing to keep the crowd involved.

[leeshajo]

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Well the locals are getting set to be up at Frost filling the arena, and us away folks are (ahem) "working".

To all the east river SD, SW MN, and NW IA Jacks fans, this is a BIG NIGHT/WEEKEND for Jacks basketball. Get to FROST and ENJOY!

so am I can't you tell, I am working so hard today I even 'gasp' went and surfed the Bison board to see what they were saying about tonight...lol

Oh well, just figured there would be more chatter today..