The Drumline

Our drumline is really coming together. We only have 7 on the line but they make up for their size with skill. 6 young men and one very brave you lady. We have 2 snares, one tenor, and 4 bass drums. They are very hard working and a somewhat sensitive section. They have a lot of pride in what they do. In contrast to most drumlines, they play very musically and usually understand their place in the music. Far too many drumlines just play too loud. They are instructed by Mr. Greg Apple. We are still establishing some aspects of our percussion program, and these talented students on the drumline this year will certainly make things better for percussion students for years to come.

Today's rehearsal was great. We worked mainly on cleaning the beginning of the show and the very end. At least we will make a good first and last impression on Saturday. There is rain in the forecast for tomorrow so I thought it was best to work this way today. We watched the tape of the performance last Saturday, and it was better than I thought. Our main visual problem is intervals. Our main musical problems are maintaining tempos and playing through phrases. Only 5 days until our first contest. Our goal for the weekend...To be the best we can be!