Marching Bands. Sigh.
Yeah, done my time. Trumpet and middle range Brass were my go-to musical weapons of choice, I never had to learn anything except March and Snap and Swing.
As an act of unmerited spite, I urged my cousin to take up drums and to compound the crime this ek’smas. I also urged Emily to give her kids an electronic piano and drum kit. Anything to spread the misery of the marching band, or joy, I guess it depends on your outlook in life or how much you enjoy playing the same few songs for a good portion of your lifespan.
Drumline Battle – Dover High School v. Sussex Tech
Looking at the video, I kind of like how the drum wraps match the ol’ Dover uniform, blue and white. The drums almost blend in, like a sort of drum camouflage, perfect for a sneak attack on the opposing band. Imagine being the band manager and having the prestigious task of picking out the Best Drum Wrap for the band. Now imagine picking out lightning bolts or Guy Fieri flames, maybe it’s not camouflage we need, but something to throw the opposition off and show we mean business.
Of course, that’s not how it goes. Our Drummers spent thousands of hours smoking weed and working on these routines. In other words, great team spirit and practice. It was exactly like this. I might mention we were the top-ranked Band in Connecticut.
Drumline Battle – Shadow v. 7th Regiment
Drum Corps International style.
Heavy Metal – Justice
I love Rock and Roll, put another dime in the Jukebox Baby.