2023 GEM Top 15

Week Three

Tarpon Springs Outdoor Performance Ensemble | Oct. 21, 2023

The GEM Top 15 is a set of rankings decided by a committee of current designers, educators, and fans following the conclusion of that week’s competitive marching events.

What this allows is for spirited debate and discussion to take place during our weekly meetings, held following the weekend’s shows, in addition to being able to not only get the perspective of a wide range of individuals but also speak to those who saw the programs in person instead of having to rely on just watching on a TV or a computer.

The Rankings

GEM Top 15 - 2023 Week Three

1. Tarpon Springs (FL)

   Previous Ranking: 7 ↑

2. Hebron (TX)

   Previous Ranking: 4 ↑

3. Carmel (IN)

   Previous Ranking: 1 ↓

4. Avon (IN)

   Previous Ranking: 3 ↓

5. The Woodlands (TX)

   Previous Ranking: 2 ↓

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   Deep in the Heart: Total Eclipse

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6. Vandegrift (TX)

   Previous Ranking: 6 ↔

7. Ronald Reagan (TX)

   Previous Ranking: 5 ↓

8. Marcus (TX)

   Previous Ranking: 9 ↑

9. Broken Arrow (OK)

   Previous Ranking: 8 ↓

10. Flower Mound (TX)

    Previous Ranking: 10 ↔

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11. William Mason (OH)

    Previous Ranking: Next 5 ↑

12. Rouse (TX)

    Previous Ranking: 11 ↓

13. Pearland (TX)

    Previous Ranking: 13 ↔

14. Cy-Fair (TX)

    Previous Ranking: 12 ↓

15. Round Rock (TX)

    Previous Ranking: Not Ranked ↑

The Next Five

Note: The Next Five are in alphabetical order

Blue Springs (MO), Bridgeland (TX), Coppell (TX), LD Bell (TX), Wakeland (TX)