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Southern California 2023
October 28, 2023
Southern California Regional Championship
presented by Yamaha
October 28, 2023
Ramona High School
Event Schedule
5:00 PM – GATES OPEN
5:30 PM – National Anthem
Special On-Field Welcome
9:00 PM – Finals Competition Ends
9:15 PM – FINALE – PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
Parking
There is no charge for spectator parking at the Southern California Regional Championship. Parking is located East of the stadium. Please arrive early and allow extra time to get to the stadium, especially during peak times. Parking is limited, and off-site street parking may be necessary. Refer to the maps and other event documents for location and further details. NOTE – there are other large-scale events on the same day, in Riverside, that may cause traffic delays.
Ticketing Information
- This is a cashless ticket booth. Cash may be accepted at concession stands and Pepwear.
- Skip the ticket line and save money! Purchase your tickets online before arriving at the stadium using the blue “buy tickets” button above.
UPDATE on Livestreaming
Due to circumstances beyond the control of Bands of America and BOX5, the BOA Southern California Regional, unfortunately, will not be livestreamed. Performances will be recorded and educational copies provided to the participating directors. We apologize to those affected. Customers who had pre-purchased the livestream of this event have been refunded.
Ramona High School
7675 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, CA 92504
Prelims Schedule and Band Info
10:00 AM - Vista H.S., CA
10:15 AM - El Dorado H.S., CA
10:30 AM - Gahr H.S., CA
11:00 AM - Vista Murrieta H.S., CA
11:15 AM - Damien H.S., CA
11:30 AM - Ramona H.S., CA
11:45 AM - Buchanan H.S., CA
12:45 PM - Desert Vista H.S., AZ
1:00 PM - Arbor View H.S., NV
1:15 PM - Corona del Sol H.S., AZ
1:30 PM - Colony H.S., CA
1:45 PM - Mission Hills H.S., CA
2:00 PM - San Marcos H.S., CA
2:15 PM - Mira Costa H.S., CA
2:30 PM - Covina H.S., CA
2:45 PM - Ayala H.S., CA
ADJUDICATION PANEL
MUSIC PANEL
Brendan Hagan – Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Matt Jordan – Jacksonville, AL
David Morrison – Arlington Heights, IL
Will Pitts – Atlanta, GA
VISUAL PANEL
William Chumley – Denver, CO
Ryan Lee – Sacramento, CA
Phil Madden – Portland, Oregon
CHIEF JUDGE
Jackie Gilley – Midwest City, OK
OUR HOST
Thank you to the host of today’s Bands of America Championship event: Brian Gallagher and Ramona High School!
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear Bag Policy
Music for All venues will follow a universal clear bag policy in 2023.
This applies to any person using spectator gates at an event (including students and staff before and after performances), including situations in which the band re-entry gate is the same as the spectator gate. This policy does not apply to performance flow entry and exit gates.
Is recording allowed in the stadium?
No.
Camera Policy
Only still photography is allowed, and only from general admission seats. Tripods should not be used and the viewing experience of other spectators may not be disrupted.
Still photography is not allowed at field level.
Video and audio recording of any kind is not allowed, no exceptions.
Who can enroll in BOA Championships?
Enrollment is open to all high school bands on a first-come, first-served basis.
How is performance order determined?
Preliminary performance times are scheduled based on a random draw. Applications received and paid for on or before January 31, 2023 were eligible for the initial draw, after which performance times are based on postmark of application, with earlier postmarks receiving the later performance times. The previous year’s Regional Champion has the option to choose its Prelims performance time. Finals performances are scheduled by a random draw on site.
How is classification determined?
Bands of America has a four-class system (A-AAAA). Bands are assigned to classes based on enrollment levels in grades 10-12.
Why aren’t the classifications announced?
By nature, appreciation of arts requires subjective reactions. We do not announce or publish band classifications, before or during events. Our intention is to not draw attention to classification, so as to eliminate expectations of a band’s performance based on class, including those of the judges.
How are finalist bands selected?
REGIONALS:The top 12 scoring bands, regardless of class, are invited to compete in the evening’s Regional Finals.
SUPER REGIONALS:Super Regional Championships accept 14 bands into Finals. The 14 bands are chosen according to the following procedure: the five highest scoring bands in each of the two Prelims judging panels, regardless of class, plus the next four highest scoring bands from both of the two Prelims, regardless of class, will advance to Finals. If a Class Champion is not among the highest scoring bands advancing to Finals, they will be invited to perform at Finals in exhibition.