For decades, marching bands have been entertaining sports fans and parade attendees with their powerful sound and flashy moves. Participating in a marching band is incredibly fun and rewarding, but is it hard to do? Marching band is a physically and mentally demanding activity that requires hours of rehearsal and training to achieve a high … Read more
In a marching band, two of the main instruments of the moving drumline (or battery) are the snare drum and the tenor drum. Newcomers to marching band often wonder which of the two is easier to play and march. Overall, the snare drum is easier to march and play because it is lighter and only … Read more
The oboe is a prestigious instrument that players practice diligently during the concert band season. With summer comes marching band season, and you may wish to continue playing your oboe all year-round. It is generally not advised to march oboe or any double-reed instrument because it is dangerous and difficult. Marching while playing the oboe … Read more
Being involved in the marching arts is a challenging and rewarding experience for band members everywhere. Many musicians start with marching in their high school or college marching bands, but what about drum corps? The difference between marching band and drum corps comes down to history and instrumentation. The level of performance, time commitment, and … Read more
Marching band is one of the best opportunities to make music, have fun, and bond with others. Eventually, students in high school marching band will arrive at the choice of whether to continue the activity in college. Marching band in college is a valuable experience that will give you a great social life, free and … Read more
One of the most rewarding art forms for musicians is playing in marching band. Often, the passion for the marching arts is discovered while participating in a high school or college band program. Some students may consider the possibility of making marching band a career. It is difficult to make a full-time career in marching … Read more
An exciting opportunity for musicians who play certain instruments is to be involved in a marching band. Whether a total newbie or looking to make an instrument switch, students often wonder which instrument they should choose. If you like woodwinds, the alto sax is naturally loud and relatively easy to march. Among brass instruments, the … Read more
One of the most rewarding experiences as a musician is playing in an ensemble with others. In the band world, the two primary ensemble choices are marching band and concert, and each has its own experience to offer. Musical passion vs sports and visual appeal will generally determine your choice between marching or concert band. … Read more
Clarinets are used in a wide variety of settings, from solo music to orchestra ensembles, from chamber groups to Dixieland bands, to marching band. When it comes to playing clarinet in high school or college marching band, the instrument you choose is vital. A marching clarinet needs to go from band room to bus to football … Read more
Marching band is a great way for students to meet people, and better adapt to high school/college life. Among the instruments that compose a marching band, the trumpet is a key element. A very common question among parents and students is how to choose a good trumpet for marching band. Most marching bands don’t require … Read more