An interesting bit of information...

BGMello04 · Post by **BGMello04** » Thu May 05, 2005 9:34 pm

This is posted on the OMEA website. Just thought that some of you may be interested. www.omea-ohio.org, under Job Listings

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Date Posted: 5-15-2005

School District or Building: Bowling Green State University

Position: Color Guard Instructor

Grade Level: College

Position Available: 2005-06 School Year

Qualifications: prior high school, collegiate, or drum corps teaching experience.

Salary: negotiable

Application Deadline: until filled

Contact Person: Carol Hayward; College of Musical Arts; Bowling Green State University; Bowling Green, OH 43403

Phone: 419-372-2187

County: Wood

OMEA Region or District: 1

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MaggotMan09 · Post by **MaggotMan09** » Thu May 05, 2005 9:40 pm

Well... that's interesting... I wonder if they've got the extra money because Ryan's leaving.

FliccGirl · Post by **FliccGirl** » Thu May 05, 2005 10:53 pm

Een-teresting. The colorguard is without an instructor-- sort of self-taught, yes? (Or have I just been really unobservant the past three years?) Has it always been that way, or if not, for how long, I wonder.

Metz · Post by **Metz** » Thu May 05, 2005 11:04 pm

FliccGirl wrote:Een-teresting. The colorguard is without an instructor-- sort of self-taught, yes? (Or have I just been really unobservant the past three years?) Has it always been that way, or if not, for how long, I wonder.

They don't have one but need one. When the flags move together, maybe I'll change my opinion. If you get upset at that comment, feel free to watch any show from past years...

SaxyIrishTenor · Post by **SaxyIrishTenor** » Fri May 06, 2005 12:32 am

FliccGirl wrote:Een-teresting. The colorguard is without an instructor-- sort of self-taught, yes? (Or have I just been really unobservant the past three years?) Has it always been that way, or if not, for how long, I wonder.

They actually were looking for one last year too, but didn't find once since the opening came up so close to the start of the season. In the money they were alloted to keep Ryan last year was also money for the guard instructor, so I was told...

Bassdrummin · Post by **Bassdrummin** » Fri May 06, 2005 10:58 am

Haha, Metz, I couldn't agree with you any more than I already do. It's downright distracting when you see five girls with five different interpretations of flag work.
Word

Rightupinthere · Post by **Rightupinthere** » Fri May 06, 2005 12:03 pm

'BOUT TIME!

The color guard never had a director or choreographer. They relied on grad assts quite a bit in the past. That and many groups were self taught.

Metz · Post by **Metz** » Fri May 06, 2005 12:21 pm

Just a note, I'm not slamming the guard or anything. They have some really talented people on the squad and I couldn't do what they do. I just think an instructor is something they could really benefit from...

FliccGirl · Post by **FliccGirl** » Fri May 06, 2005 1:29 pm

I'd agree.... I think it would be really hard to choreograph and manage the colorguard just by yourself as an undergrad. They've done a good job under those circumstances, but I think having an instructor can only increase their potential.

It'll be interesting to see what the attitude of the guard is in the situation.

Rightupinthere · Post by **Rightupinthere** » Fri May 06, 2005 2:14 pm

The guard as always needed a "unifying" force. I'm sure they sometimes don't feel a "part" of the FMB. Understandable, really.

Having a sponsor who is in touch and contact with the directors will help retention, spirit, and performance.

SaxyGirl85 · Post by **SaxyGirl85** » Sat May 07, 2005 4:51 pm

FliccGirl wrote:I'd agree.... I think it would be really hard to choreograph and manage the colorguard just by yourself as an undergrad. They've done a good job under those circumstances, but I think having an instructor can only increase their potential.

It'll be interesting to see what the attitude of the guard is in the situation.

i have to agree...they're good under the circumstances, but their routines last year were all basicaly the same thing...in a different order...but i agree w/metzger too...i couldn't do it...i've tried...so props to them, i guess. but i think they need an instructor this year...maybe i'd keep down the drama *especially with that "hot" boy they picked up this year*

MaggotMan09 · Post by **MaggotMan09** » Sat May 07, 2005 7:05 pm

SaxyGirl85 wrote:*especially with that "hot" boy they picked up this year*

Oh no. Not you too. This was just about all I heard during the last couple of weeks while eating at the dial. "Did you here about the colorguard boy?" 'Nuf allready!

SaxyGirl85 · Post by **SaxyGirl85** » Tue May 10, 2005 5:41 pm

i've never seen the kid...but apparently he's a horny ball of fire...i get the feeling that's gonna cause a LOT of fights in the CG this season...good lord there was enough drama there last year WITHOUT a boy! lol...

Oh...and BTW...i was looking on blackboard today, and you're in my summer Ed Psych class!!

I was excited!!

goofyeuph · Post by **goofyeuph** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:51 pm

In order for our guard to improve, and consistantly get better they need some sort of instuctor/coach/mentor/whatever. While it might take some of the vets a while to adjust, I see this as only helping the guard.

What??? Drama in the FMB???? Never....

FliccGirl · Post by **FliccGirl** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:56 pm

According to Kati, the guard boy is a riot. But, that's Kati; take it as you will.

And of COURSE there's never drama in the FMB. Never any griping, groaning, conspiracy theories, feuds, nasty rumors, pettiness, or badmouthing.

Well.... maybe you'd call it "sibling rivalry."