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xShokubeni

PostPosted: Mon Aug 04, 2008 7:25 pm


Heehee, I was drum major for my sophomore year.
I know a lot of other people from other bands that flipped out.
But yeah, maybe the freshman is talented.
*Shrugs*

It is a little weird.
PostPosted: Tue Aug 05, 2008 12:30 pm


I'd be a little upset if that happened in my band, however, we're not having a drum major this year and we didn't have one last year. I'm so used to not having one that if next year we had enough people to spare a DM, I would hate it! xd

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PostPosted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 6:14 am


If s/he has a season under his belt I dont see why s/he couldnt be a drum major

I mean, yes a bit odd, but if the kid can conduct and do it well then so be it

I'm a freshman, I'm already teaching myself how to conduct just by watching the drum majors ( and asking them how to every once in a while just to make sure Im doing it right ;D ) and I plan on going out for drum major next year..My BD already said he sees potential in me and the season hasnt even started yet

But, if s/he can do it then it shouldnt matter
stop complaining =P
unless s/he fails.
PostPosted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 7:23 pm


They would absolutely have to do well. If they don't, they'll be replaced. And even if that doesn't happen, they will likely have to try out again next year, and they might not make it for a second season. So they'll have to work hard and give it their all if they want to keep the position.

In our band, that isn't allowed. You aren't even considered for assistant drum major unless you're a rising junior. Full-blown drum majors are usaully seniors, though that trend was broken this year by a junior. We actually don't have an assistant this year, just two proper drum majors... But, if they're the best you have for the job, thn they will get the position. That's just how it works.

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But Be Respectful

PostPosted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 1:11 pm


It really depends on the leadership skills of the person in question. One of the people the BD chose last year as Drum Major (a sophomore in this case) was not a good choice. she was extremely hypocritical, bossy, and just not the right material for a Drum Major.

However, my section leader is a year younger than me and this'll only be his second year marching. He's been doing a fairly decent job at it (except for missing stuff for an unexplained reason) and has fair leadership skills.

I believe that, as long as the kid is mature enough to handle a leadership position without it getting to their head and is talented with the skills needed for Drum Major, there shouldn't be a problem.

If there is, talk first to the kid himself. Part of his job is to accept CONSTRUCTIVE criticism and build off of it. Politeness and respectfulness is key. Say something along the lines of "I appreciate all that you've been trying to do for us, but I've noticed *blank* and wanted to bring it to your attention so you could decide the best way to fix the problem."

If that doesn't work, then go to the BD and talk to him about it. But ONLY if the first thing doesn't work.
PostPosted: Wed Aug 20, 2008 12:45 pm


On the surface there is nothing wrong in an incoming freshman becoming drum major, or even a sophomore, talent, is talent however, looking deep that person won't be respected no matter how skilled they are, I think you need an element of respect before you can go for drum major.

Luckily our BD is very for division of classes, only seniors and some juniors are able to become DM, but there isn't any sort of "try-out" You ask, and he'll pick, usually out of the heavily populated section (i.e. not usually low brass)

We usually have two, one will conduct the first two numbers, and the other will march, then they switch off before the Ballad because our show's style usually changes

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purplepenguin99

PostPosted: Fri Aug 22, 2008 5:58 pm


In my band you aren't allowed to have a position of authority (section leader, sargeant, drum major, etc.) unless you have 2 years of prior experience in the band, so juniors or seniors. And to be drum major you have to try out and do certain stuff.
PostPosted: Fri Sep 05, 2008 9:12 pm


in my band you couldn't be.
A you need to be top 3 chairs of the highest band out of 4. (we have too many all state players to make that possible for anyone whose not a junior or a god)
B you need to have been a section leader or mentor to prove your capabilities.
C you have to be a certain height -.-' if theres a sousa line in front of you, you want to see the drum major up there.
Also lack of experience or admission to the conducting school ours go to would make it even harder....

azorana


ducksoup4pa

PostPosted: Sat Sep 06, 2008 4:23 pm


You said you can't believe why the BD would pick a freshman instead of some of the experienced people in band. It's obvious. The good people are needed on the field. So instead of using someone that they need on the field, the BD Used a newbie who can learn and perfect his skills as drum major.
PostPosted: Tue Sep 09, 2008 1:12 pm


our drum majers have to be a sofmor before our band derecter will pick them

the white young


the white young

PostPosted: Tue Sep 09, 2008 1:14 pm


we have 4 drum magiers this year
PostPosted: Tue Sep 09, 2008 1:15 pm


bump

the white young


the white young

PostPosted: Tue Sep 09, 2008 1:16 pm


bump
PostPosted: Mon Sep 15, 2008 4:29 am


my former drum major was a freshman when she got it. she graduated last year though. thank god lol. she was mean.

surge5


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PostPosted: Mon Sep 29, 2008 2:26 pm


That really sucks. I mean, if the freshman is good then that's acceptable but still. Now all the upperclassmen have to look up to the little newbee? no affense to anyone. What does the rest of your band think about that? My drum major is a senior.
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