You two are the drum majors for the marching band. What does that mean to you?
I like to think of myself as a leader. I like to serve others as a leader. Nobody really wants to be a leader, and that’s why they are so important.
To uplift others in our band. We got more people to come out of there shells and talk to people. That’s the best part of it – to help everyone emerge, so we can collectively be better. With freshman or new members to the band, it’s important to help them feel like part of the team. The band is kind of weird. We hang out outside of practice, which is crazy because they are so long, but we have parties, pool parties, just talk to each other. Slowly they get to know everyone – after that initial shock.
You show them that it’s okay to be out of your shell. You can be silly with your friends and be serious with your music.
How did you first get involved in band?
My mom played flute in marching band, so when sixth grade came along I thought I’d give it a try and I ended up loving it. I’m in so many band things now. I play trumpet in the top group and French horn in intermediate – I’m learning a new instrument so, kind of hard.
I started in band because a bunch of my friends were a part of it, so I thought I’d join too.
What makes this band different?
Our members dedication. We have a lot of hours. When we were in the marching competition season a big group of us were staying at school from when we got here at 7 a.m. until sometimes as late at 9 p.m. at night. We’re really dedicated to what we do and we really enjoy what we do.
We just love each other, too. Every time we go out on the field together we are preforming our best for each other. Everyone gets along. We have dinners together before football games or competitions and everyone is just goofing around. There’s not drama or anything – for the most part. It’s a fun and really cool group to be a part of.
