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Originally posted by TigerGirl52
Well those 325 musicians won the Sudler Trophy for 2002. So I guess this time quantity does equal quality. 
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Guess that's true. That's why the word "always" was in my original quote.
There are some really boring "big" bands, some exciting small bands -- and everywhere in between.
Now, a bit of history.
Ohio caps the size of the band in order to be a little more selective. In fact, although they march 140 or so for most performances, they always still march 110 for pre-game.
It's tradition.
Interesting to note that the Sudler Trophy has been dominated by Big Ten bands. My personal opinion (those last two words are important -- I'm not claiming facts) is that while Big Ten bands are generally really good musically, and marching, their shows (Particularly music selection ) are dull.
I know my friends from Ohio State, etc. wouldn't agree. Let's hear it for "Hang on Sloopy" and Mr. Touchdown, USA! Long live Sousa!
I will admit that when Ohio State's alumni band is back and they do multiple "Script Ohios", they usually all spell it correctly.
Yawn.