It truly was an honor to march both of these shows. I’m so glad that it made such a massive and positive impact on the community. We always talk about how we want our shows to touch hearts and change lives and we’re always satisfied and happy to hear that we achieved that.
I have NEVER gotten this many goosebumps from a marching show! I’m currently a college student majoring in Music Ed. Seeing a band like this inspires me to keep on going. It was SOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!!
Wow... Chills and tears hearing this closer. If I were the band director there, I would be crying every single day and grateful for such amazing students...
Hopefully will judge BOA one day. I judge for USBands currently and am gaining experience, but on tapes, if something moves me, I say it loud and clear!
I'm totally not sitting here crying or anything. My band also played Fly To Paradise the same year in 2017 and this song holds such a special place in my heart. I had the pleasure of being able to watch this show live at a competition and when I heard that drop, I started crying just now. Especially knowing the story behind this show and the loss this band suffered. This show is so gorgeous and has such a beautiful message 🙏 Thank you for sharing this.
I originally wasn’t a fan of this show at the beginning of the year, I loved the concept and why they chose this show. I just didn’t think it had very much of a wow factor to it, but when I saw the closer for the first time, I cried a little. So beautiful and the sound this band puts out is absolutely amazing. I love the emotion put into this show, and you can hear it when they play and I can’t get enough of it
Although we aren't competitively marching this year, I am taking the time to look back at the many memories that I have experienced being in marching band, as I am a Junior now. I specifically remember one song in particular, Fly to Paradise, that really caught my attention last year. So, today, I remembered the song name and decided to look at other marching band arrangements playing this, and I had no idea Castle played this 2 years ago! Last year we went to a competition in Castle, and we were told about the story of Sophie. Let me just say, this is one of the best band shows I have ever seen from a high school, and I know Sophie would be proud of you guys. So much emotion is being felt right now.
I thought I’d write down and share why I regard this performance as the most magnificent one I’ve ever seen. I’m neither a total expert on music, nor am I just a casual fan, I suppose “Advanced Amateur” would be a good term for me. Here is what I see the show as being about. If you have not done so, watch the video about Sophie… th-cam.com/video/w6WFfawZHMk/w-d-xo.html This show is a memorial to her. It is indeed a compilation of gorgeous modern works of music put together in the grand tradition of a mass. This show is a Requiem Mass for Sophie. The four songs rather sound as if they could have been composed by the same person, they share having a sweet moving catch melody that breaks into minor chords and three swell to great fanfare moments. The first song, Fly Away, is a song composed in 1980 as a swinging jazz song, but used wonderfully as a ballad in the movie Moulin Rouge. Please, please watch this - th-cam.com/video/4N7VK7vHwnw/w-d-xo.html. I believe this represents Sophies hopes and dreams as a young person trapped in the world of modern high school with all its built in challenges of adolescence combined with “Where do I go from here”. I see this song as being Sophie on November 12, 2016, at Grand Nats. This song is the Kyrie/Gloria of Sophies Mass. The second song, The Hand of Fate is by James Newton Howard. If you listen to the “Signs” Movie soundtrack, th-cam.com/video/YFGK2RFUQLs/w-d-xo.html for which the song was written, it is itself a gamut of emotions song. The part of the song performed in the show is a somewhat brutish bit that makes a fitting Dies Irea (Day of Wrath). I see this representing the gut wrenching and heartbreak of the predawn on November 13, 2016 when Sophie lost her life in utterly senseless circumstances. This song is the Sequentia of the mass and defines it as a Requiem. The third song Benedictus by Karl Jenkins is a just such a lush amazing song, it heavily features a flute which is the instrument Sophie played. I look at this as representing her funeral, and as a reflection of the beautiful things in life she enjoyed. The flute player does a wonderful job on the field. I like how this bit is reminiscent of the 2016 Castle show where Sophie was doing a back and forth with the other flute, here the flute and saxophone echo that. Also during this part of the show the color guard does a dance with a long semi flexible prop. I think of the prop as representing a tread or musical wave that brings people together and the guard does a lovely job with this. Sophie was one who believed that music is meant to bring people together. The euphonium solo does a great job playing a somber beautiful low complimentary melody which adds a lot of gravity to the piece, I can’t help but put the words “Requiem in Aternum” to the Euphonium solo. Here is good example of the work - th-cam.com/video/ibwxzxER_pY/w-d-xo.html I think it represents a Lux Aeterna of the mass. The final piece Fly to Paradise by Eric Whitacre is at once celebratory and sad. It is based on a work that was set to a virtual choir in which almost 6,000 performed and contributed to produce a grand song. th-cam.com/video/Y8oDnUga0JU/w-d-xo.html Parts of that choir track are sampled and played back as the work is played on field, again bringing up the point that music is bringing people together. Fly to Paradise makes up the In Paradisum of the mass, part of which reads; May the Angels lead thee into paradise may the Martyrs receive thee at thy coming, May the choir of Angels receive thee, and mayest thou have eternal rest ……… The Amen, at the end, as the flag representing Sophies spirit goes off the field is such a beautiful conclusion. And That, is why, IMHO, this show ranks as a Masterpiece in Music. I hope others recognize the gravity of this show. It has touched me deeper than anything I have ever heard, sung, or played.
I like this a lot. the show was designed in line with the seven stages of grief but ultimately designed to be totally interpreted by the audience and this is exactly what we wanted the audience to do when we performed it. Make it their own
iam related to sophie and when i heard that she had passed i just broke and started crying , thank you chs marching band for doing this , i know that she would love this
Songs in order. One Day I'll Fly Away - Joe Sample and Will Jennings, heard in Moulin Rouge The Hand of Fate - James Newton Howard!! (Thanks Kev!!) Benedictus - Karl Jenkins Fly to Paradise - Eric Whitacre
I fell in love with castle last year after I heard about Sophie. I know what it feels like to lose a member of the program because it happened to my band last year before the season started. I can feel the emotion even through this recording, and it's amazing, I know Sophie is proud of you guys, I wish you guys the best of luck next year and hope that you keep growing and reaching new heights as a program. We also played flight of paradise as our closer this year but the arrangement wasn't anywhere near as good as yours.
I'm good friends with people at castle and being from southern indiana I have always been in awe of their field shows. Castle is truly good at many things but their marching band can challenge sole dci corps and I can say that with the upmost confidence. I love castle and I'm extremely glad that I get to see their field shows because they're in my area of Indiana.
our school used the music "fly away"(their first movement) as our whole show in 2016 but this was just a little more impressive lol!!! GREAT JOB GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!! please keep up the great shows!!! still thinking about you Sophie!!
I watched this video earlier tonight without knowing any of the back story behind it, my first time hearing Castle. After listening, I had already made up my mind that this practice performance was the most heartfelt and sumptuous musical performance by a marching band that I had ever heard...I was in HS Marching, Elkhart Central, 1978-1980, and part of an amazing university program from 1987-1989, over the last 6 years I have seen hundreds of BOA and Texas UIL programs, as well as numerous Florida bands where my son is a Senior in the local HS. I wanted to see your finals show and in searching found out about Sophie, now my heart is broken open and knowing the context of this show, it transcends really any musical performance I've ever seen or heard.
2021 and that opener NEVER fails to give me chills… quite possibly my FAVORITE opener anyone has ever done ❤️ just the sound that the band produces on the big hit, it literally sounds like the THX sound effect with how it just creeps in. It’s not a harsh staccato downbeat but more of a gong-like effect of a downbeat. I just can’t get enough of it…
Everything that this show is should have bands and directors wanting to embody the emotion, the beauty of the sounds the soloists and ensemble creates, the gorgeous and flourishing opener that I just can’t get enough of hearing anytime I go back to watch this! The mood of the ballad, the very personal melancholy of it and the Euph solo is amazing.The closer and epilogue embodying the hope that Sophie brought and the triumph of the spirit of those affected by this tragedy is just truly poignant and beautiful everytime I watch this. My heart is with every one of those who overcame it all and put together this show for all of us with its both very personal and universal message, it really inspires me in believing that shows like this, rare to come by, can be achieved by anyone if students are given direction to feel and embody the emotion of whatever it is they’re playing, and make something truly meaningful to them, reminding me of why I love marching band and the activity❤️My heart goes out to the Castle high school band.
I'm 2 years late but I absolutely agree. My band was very unlucky and played Fly To Paradise as our closer the same year at BOA. I have to say with confidence that we were good, but our performance would never hold a candle to this beautiful closer. I remember watching this live and just being in awe. So much talent and emotion here it gets me in my feels 😭
Had to watch it a bunch before posting my comments. It was an absolutely beautiful show. Never have I heard a choral piece (yes, Bliss/Fly To Paradise was originally a choral work by Eric Whitacre) being used so masterfully on a marching field. I am trying to return to school myself in the fall of 2018 and when the time comes for me to become a head band director and create shows of my own I hope to make a lasting impression as this show has. I literally gasped so loud it was a scream when I heard the big push of Bliss/Fly To Paradise/Lux Nova.
Robert Perez don’t know if you’re open about it, but the Denver Blue Knights DBC played a rendition of fly to paradise back in 2015 and it was absolutely phenomenal. I highly recommend it, I believe castle played the same piece but just in a different key
The performance is able to be seen again if you look. I have to say, that as great as the music is, which in my opinion is the best musical performance ever, the drill was not as complex as others. The visuals were minimal, which is fine, but it seems the judges are looking for "More Stuff" perhaps. And again, at risk of sounding like a bung, the execution of the drill was a bit imprecise at times. Keep in mind that they placed 8th out of 100 bands that showed up for Grand Nats...To even be selected as a finalist makes a band the best that there is, the 1st - 12th place is just a subjective assessment by a group of people that happened to be judging that night. I for one do not care a bit for the Avon, Woodlands, Tarpon Springs (Not at Grand Nats) and Carmel show styles, a big meh from me. Dobyns-Bennett, Marcus, Flower Mound, Castle, and Broken Arrow would be my top 5. But All 12 Bands Are Champions!!!
Charlie Rose this is late but I could not agree more, I have always thought that no matter what if a band makes finals they are automatically the best of the best! Placement does not matter in finals In my opinion. :)
@@jkshepher th-cam.com/video/5Ur4veIVvNU/w-d-xo.html that’s cool I’d love to watch ur school do the show my school aslo had done part two of this show in 2016 skip to 2:30 in Keller’s video
What is the name of the piece they used for the ballad? It's beautiful & so emotional knowing the backstory of the show. The soprano sax is gorgeous. Anyone know?
JMC Golf it will not let me copy and paste but somebody asked that question and the answer is in one of the comments. Thank you very much also it was absolutely a very emotional show
Omg my band did the same exact thing my freshman year like especially at the end like we all flutter stepped into lines and then we did a ripple turn around thingy with our arms and then someone ran inbewtwen the lines
Nwilson7874 I will tell you exactly what it is. It's part of Whitacre's Bliss that was used in the band transcription of Lux Aurumque which got tied in with the original choral transcription to make Lux Nova
2019, and this show will continue to be amazing into eternity.
Derrick Del Samo yes it really will
Yeah
It truly was an honor to march both of these shows. I’m so glad that it made such a massive and positive impact on the community. We always talk about how we want our shows to touch hearts and change lives and we’re always satisfied and happy to hear that we achieved that.
I have NEVER gotten this many goosebumps from a marching show! I’m currently a college student majoring in Music Ed. Seeing a band like this inspires me to keep on going. It was SOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!!
Wow... Chills and tears hearing this closer. If I were the band director there, I would be crying every single day and grateful for such amazing students...
Evan James Thanks, and I agree. I cried a lot. Amazing!
Hopefully will judge BOA one day. I judge for USBands currently and am gaining experience, but on tapes, if something moves me, I say it loud and clear!
I'm totally not sitting here crying or anything.
My band also played Fly To Paradise the same year in 2017 and this song holds such a special place in my heart. I had the pleasure of being able to watch this show live at a competition and when I heard that drop, I started crying just now. Especially knowing the story behind this show and the loss this band suffered. This show is so gorgeous and has such a beautiful message 🙏 Thank you for sharing this.
Ya amazing show for sure!!!
Amazing...saw this show 4 times via Flo Marching, knowing the backstory...made me cry every time. So happy for those kids.
@Justin Santos one of our old band members, Sophie Rinehart, passed away in a car accident.
I originally wasn’t a fan of this show at the beginning of the year, I loved the concept and why they chose this show. I just didn’t think it had very much of a wow factor to it, but when I saw the closer for the first time, I cried a little. So beautiful and the sound this band puts out is absolutely amazing. I love the emotion put into this show, and you can hear it when they play and I can’t get enough of it
Although we aren't competitively marching this year, I am taking the time to look back at the many memories that I have experienced being in marching band, as I am a Junior now. I specifically remember one song in particular, Fly to Paradise, that really caught my attention last year. So, today, I remembered the song name and decided to look at other marching band arrangements playing this, and I had no idea Castle played this 2 years ago! Last year we went to a competition in Castle, and we were told about the story of Sophie. Let me just say, this is one of the best band shows I have ever seen from a high school, and I know Sophie would be proud of you guys. So much emotion is being felt right now.
I thought I’d write down and share why I regard this performance as the most magnificent one I’ve ever seen. I’m neither a total expert on music, nor am I just a casual fan, I suppose “Advanced Amateur” would be a good term for me. Here is what I see the show as being about.
If you have not done so, watch the video about Sophie… th-cam.com/video/w6WFfawZHMk/w-d-xo.html
This show is a memorial to her. It is indeed a compilation of gorgeous modern works of music put together in the grand tradition of a mass. This show is a Requiem Mass for Sophie. The four songs rather sound as if they could have been composed by the same person, they share having a sweet moving catch melody that breaks into minor chords and three swell to great fanfare moments.
The first song, Fly Away, is a song composed in 1980 as a swinging jazz song, but used wonderfully as a ballad in the movie Moulin Rouge. Please, please watch this - th-cam.com/video/4N7VK7vHwnw/w-d-xo.html. I believe this represents Sophies hopes and dreams as a young person trapped in the world of modern high school with all its built in challenges of adolescence combined with “Where do I go from here”. I see this song as being Sophie on November 12, 2016, at Grand Nats. This song is the Kyrie/Gloria of Sophies Mass.
The second song, The Hand of Fate is by James Newton Howard. If you listen to the “Signs” Movie soundtrack, th-cam.com/video/YFGK2RFUQLs/w-d-xo.html for which the song was written, it is itself a gamut of emotions song. The part of the song performed in the show is a somewhat brutish bit that makes a fitting Dies Irea (Day of Wrath). I see this representing the gut wrenching and heartbreak of the predawn on November 13, 2016 when Sophie lost her life in utterly senseless circumstances. This song is the Sequentia of the mass and defines it as a Requiem.
The third song Benedictus by Karl Jenkins is a just such a lush amazing song, it heavily features a flute which is the instrument Sophie played. I look at this as representing her funeral, and as a reflection of the beautiful things in life she enjoyed. The flute player does a wonderful job on the field. I like how this bit is reminiscent of the 2016 Castle show where Sophie was doing a back and forth with the other flute, here the flute and saxophone echo that. Also during this part of the show the color guard does a dance with a long semi flexible prop. I think of the prop as representing a tread or musical wave that brings people together and the guard does a lovely job with this. Sophie was one who believed that music is meant to bring people together. The euphonium solo does a great job playing a somber beautiful low complimentary melody which adds a lot of gravity to the piece, I can’t help but put the words “Requiem in Aternum” to the Euphonium solo. Here is good example of the work - th-cam.com/video/ibwxzxER_pY/w-d-xo.html I think it represents a Lux Aeterna of the mass.
The final piece Fly to Paradise by Eric Whitacre is at once celebratory and sad. It is based on a work that was set to a virtual choir in which almost 6,000 performed and contributed to produce a grand song. th-cam.com/video/Y8oDnUga0JU/w-d-xo.html Parts of that choir track are sampled and played back as the work is played on field, again bringing up the point that music is bringing people together. Fly to Paradise makes up the In Paradisum of the mass, part of which reads;
May the Angels lead thee into paradise
may the Martyrs receive thee at thy coming,
May the choir of Angels receive thee,
and mayest thou have eternal rest ………
The Amen, at the end, as the flag representing Sophies spirit goes off the field is such a beautiful conclusion.
And That, is why, IMHO, this show ranks as a Masterpiece in Music. I hope others recognize the gravity of this show. It has touched me deeper than anything I have ever heard, sung, or played.
I like this a lot. the show was designed in line with the seven stages of grief but ultimately designed to be totally interpreted by the audience and this is exactly what we wanted the audience to do when we performed it. Make it their own
iam related to sophie and when i heard that she had passed i just broke and started crying , thank you chs marching band for doing this , i know that she would love this
Songs in order.
One Day I'll Fly Away - Joe Sample and Will Jennings, heard in Moulin Rouge
The Hand of Fate - James Newton Howard!! (Thanks Kev!!)
Benedictus - Karl Jenkins
Fly to Paradise - Eric Whitacre
Hand of Fate is by James Newton Howard!
The last song from the source music was also used in rcc fall 2019. Beautiful song.
The trumpets at 3:51 made my jaw drop!!
Senpai Arale For sure!
It’s hard to decide between Keller 2016 and castle for that trumpet feature
I fell in love with castle last year after I heard about Sophie. I know what it feels like to lose a member of the program because it happened to my band last year before the season started. I can feel the emotion even through this recording, and it's amazing, I know Sophie is proud of you guys, I wish you guys the best of luck next year and hope that you keep growing and reaching new heights as a program. We also played flight of paradise as our closer this year but the arrangement wasn't anywhere near as good as yours.
Patrick Foit Thank you very much for your kind words.
I'm good friends with people at castle and being from southern indiana I have always been in awe of their field shows. Castle is truly good at many things but their marching band can challenge sole dci corps and I can say that with the upmost confidence. I love castle and I'm extremely glad that I get to see their field shows because they're in my area of Indiana.
our school used the music "fly away"(their first movement) as our whole show in 2016 but this was just a little more impressive lol!!! GREAT JOB GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!! please keep up the great shows!!! still thinking about you Sophie!!
I watched this video earlier tonight without knowing any of the back story behind it, my first time hearing Castle. After listening, I had already made up my mind that this practice performance was the most heartfelt and sumptuous musical performance by a marching band that I had ever heard...I was in HS Marching, Elkhart Central, 1978-1980, and part of an amazing university program from 1987-1989, over the last 6 years I have seen hundreds of BOA and Texas UIL programs, as well as numerous Florida bands where my son is a Senior in the local HS. I wanted to see your finals show and in searching found out about Sophie, now my heart is broken open and knowing the context of this show, it transcends really any musical performance I've ever seen or heard.
Charlie Rose Thank you for your kind words. I wish of course we could post the bands of America performance but we cannot. :(
2021 and that opener NEVER fails to give me chills… quite possibly my FAVORITE opener anyone has ever done ❤️ just the sound that the band produces on the big hit, it literally sounds like the THX sound effect with how it just creeps in. It’s not a harsh staccato downbeat but more of a gong-like effect of a downbeat. I just can’t get enough of it…
Everything that this show is should have bands and directors wanting to embody the emotion, the beauty of the sounds the soloists and ensemble creates, the gorgeous and flourishing opener that I just can’t get enough of hearing anytime I go back to watch this! The mood of the ballad, the very personal melancholy of it and the Euph solo is amazing.The closer and epilogue embodying the hope that Sophie brought and the triumph of the spirit of those affected by this tragedy is just truly poignant and beautiful everytime I watch this. My heart is with every one of those who overcame it all and put together this show for all of us with its both very personal and universal message, it really inspires me in believing that shows like this, rare to come by, can be achieved by anyone if students are given direction to feel and embody the emotion of whatever it is they’re playing, and make something truly meaningful to them, reminding me of why I love marching band and the activity❤️My heart goes out to the Castle high school band.
2020, and I still watch this show weekly. I’m so proud to be in this program 💛💙
I can't get enough of this amazing performance. I constantly get chills everytime I watch this.
This is the best closer in BOA history.
I'm 2 years late but I absolutely agree. My band was very unlucky and played Fly To Paradise as our closer the same year at BOA. I have to say with confidence that we were good, but our performance would never hold a candle to this beautiful closer. I remember watching this live and just being in awe.
So much talent and emotion here it gets me in my feels 😭
A wonderfully crafted marching show, I really love the ending piece!!! This show is always a great listen to, even after 2 years
Had to watch it a bunch before posting my comments. It was an absolutely beautiful show. Never have I heard a choral piece (yes, Bliss/Fly To Paradise was originally a choral work by Eric Whitacre) being used so masterfully on a marching field. I am trying to return to school myself in the fall of 2018 and when the time comes for me to become a head band director and create shows of my own I hope to make a lasting impression as this show has. I literally gasped so loud it was a scream when I heard the big push of Bliss/Fly To Paradise/Lux Nova.
Robert Perez don’t know if you’re open about it, but the Denver Blue Knights DBC played a rendition of fly to paradise back in 2015 and it was absolutely phenomenal. I highly recommend it, I believe castle played the same piece but just in a different key
Agreed, BK 2014 and 2015 were sooooooo good. Both years had me in tears.... their version of Fly to Paradise was amazing.
Trumpets! NICE! Great tone and tuning
2020 and the Fly To Paradise ending still gives me chills. Oh and I’m currently about to enter my junior year as a music ed major :-D
Wow what a beautiful show! Really great job guys! :)
Honestly think this is a better show than Carmel.
Random guy who stole all of Your doritos, yummy Thank you... Me too.. ;)
This show deserved better placement at BOA this year, after what they left on that field over the past two seasons.
The performance is able to be seen again if you look. I have to say, that as great as the music is, which in my opinion is the best musical performance ever, the drill was not as complex as others. The visuals were minimal, which is fine, but it seems the judges are looking for "More Stuff" perhaps. And again, at risk of sounding like a bung, the execution of the drill was a bit imprecise at times. Keep in mind that they placed 8th out of 100 bands that showed up for Grand Nats...To even be selected as a finalist makes a band the best that there is, the 1st - 12th place is just a subjective assessment by a group of people that happened to be judging that night. I for one do not care a bit for the Avon, Woodlands, Tarpon Springs (Not at Grand Nats) and Carmel show styles, a big meh from me. Dobyns-Bennett, Marcus, Flower Mound, Castle, and Broken Arrow would be my top 5. But All 12 Bands Are Champions!!!
Charlie Rose this is late but I could not agree more, I have always thought that no matter what if a band makes finals they are automatically the best of the best! Placement does not matter in finals In my opinion. :)
I remember how they got first... Cant believe the judge didn't like the flowers...
OMG MY BANDS PLAYING THIS WHOOHOO
That's awesome be sure to post a TH-cam link and let me know I would love to listen and watch it
Brian Young WILL DO!!
@@jkshepher th-cam.com/video/5Ur4veIVvNU/w-d-xo.html that’s cool I’d love to watch ur school do the show my school aslo had done part two of this show in 2016 skip to 2:30 in Keller’s video
Castle next in line to be top of the line in BOA with Avon BA Carmel Tarpon Woodlands Union Marion you get my point. Keep your eye on them.
I️ accidentally deleted my comment😂 but I️ seriously love this, and the ending music sooooo much!!!💘💘
Their version of fly to Paradise is the same as the Blue Knights just in a different key.
I was thinking Seattle Cascades.
This key is more impactful for some reason
Matthew J Reynolds no it’s the same version as the blue knights down to the mello runs
@@aaronlaughlin2389 That was what I was thinking. It sounded similar in my opinion.
Jfman000 and better
WOW.
my school bought this show lol (the music)
omg I was about to be like “lol me too” and then I realized we’re in the same band
LMAO IM LAUGHING SO HARD AT THIS IDEK WHY
Justin Santos Rancho Buena Vista
What is the name of the piece they used for the ballad? It's beautiful & so emotional knowing the backstory of the show. The soprano sax is gorgeous. Anyone know?
JMC Golf it will not let me copy and paste but somebody asked that question and the answer is in one of the comments. Thank you very much also it was absolutely a very emotional show
Benedictus from "Armed Man" by Karl Jenkins.
The ballad is stunning. "Benedictus" couldn't be a more fitting tribute to the Rinehart family.
Omg my band did the same exact thing my freshman year like especially at the end like we all flutter stepped into lines and then we did a ripple turn around thingy with our arms and then someone ran inbewtwen the lines
Same arrangement i see from blue knights!!!
What facility is this?
Brennan Arceneaux Grand Park Westfield IN
My group could use one of those... Thanks!
What is the piece at the end of the show?
Nwilson7874 I will tell you exactly what it is. It's part of Whitacre's Bliss that was used in the band transcription of Lux Aurumque which got tied in with the original choral transcription to make Lux Nova
It's actually just I'm Alive mixed with Fly To Paradise
Should've won state
Nahtanoj Enotsylb boi they shouldn’t have not cg was better