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Question: I've noticed on several events, that
when one band is finished and leaving the field, another band is
moving onto the field. Is this when the 14 minute clock starts, or
this "extra" time taken away from the allotted 14 minutes? It seem
like this is an advantage to bands that have extra props to set up
on the field to get out to the field before the band is announced
"and now entering the field". |
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Answer: To the best of my knowledge, the "official"
14 minute clock has always started with the announcement "now
entering the field". However, you do sometimes see groups starting
to maneuver their additional equipment into the performance area
before that announcement is made. None of the caption judges
(visual or music) are responsible for enforcing the 14-minute rule.
Normally someone from the host band provides a "timing and
penalties" official to make sure all KMEA guidelines are being
followed. It's then up to the host/contest director to made the
decision as to whether to assess a penalty to bands that either move
into the area early or go over on time.
NOTE from kyband.com - the KMEA Rulebook States
"Once a band has cleared the field and pit, the next band may move
into the performance area. Bands may not begin their performance
until they are announced to enter the field at their allotted time". |
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