The Ten Days Of Marching Band Camp Paid Off

Those of you who know me probably remember that I had to go to ten days of marching band camp back in August. You probably also remember that I wasn't overly fond of it.

Well, it was worth it.

I guess I had better explain. Yesterday (Saturday 9/13) marked our first home game (Actually it was our second but the first one we didn't do our show). I only went to a couple of games last year so I always thought that the high school football fans really didn't care too much about the marching band. How wrong I was. When we marched out on the field at halftime with our team up 14-7, I finally realized what the 85 hours of marching band camp were for. The crowd went ballistic when we were introduced, after every song and solo, and at the end of the show, even though we all made a mistake or two here and there. I now realize just how lucky I am to be part of something special. I also discovered the true meaning of school spirit!

I haven't even started on the rest of the game. Sitting in the stands, munching on snacks like apples, rice krispie treats, and Cheez - Its while cheering on the team and playing the fight song whenever they scored a TD...Most fun I've had in awhile, despite the wet weather conditions! Now, I appreciate what marching band is all about! I might even not whine about our rehearsal on Tuesday!

Feel free to comment.

-M.M.

The Ten Days Of Marching Band Camp Paid Off

I've never had any musical skills or artistic skills but I am appreciative of the people who do. I think it's great that you enjoy playing in the marching band and are part of something bigger.. Your band is in essence as much of a team as the football team on the field.

When I was working in Wyoming this winter I talked with one of the workers who had moved up from Texas. He said that he had attended a local small town (11,500 population) football game but was disappointed with the marching band and the halftime show. He said they had bigger and better bands down in Texas where football is king. I guess you can't please everyone all the time so you might as well please yourself. If your band is pleasing the fans then you know you are doing it right!

The Ten Days Of Marching Band Camp Paid Off

Congrats! MM. It's great that you're having a good time and the effort that you put out earlier is paying off.

And I'm sure you'll always have stories to tell, of course, leading with, "This one time, at band camp...." (Yeah, you probably already heard that line in August, but I couldn't help myself.)

While rehearsal isn't always a blast, the performances and free seating at the games are great. Have fun.

--Cat

ronskidog Reputation: 99 Level: Superstar Since: Sep 14, 2006	Posted on: September 15, 2008 12:39 am Score: 94 The Ten Days Of Marching Band Camp Paid Off I've never had any musical skills or artistic skills but I am appreciative of the people who do. I think it's great that you enjoy playing in the marching band and are part of something bigger.. Your band is in essence as much of a team as the football team on the field. When I was working in Wyoming this winter I talked with one of the workers who had moved up from Texas. He said that he had attended a local small town (11,500 population) football game but was disappointed with the marching band and the halftime show. He said they had bigger and better bands down in Texas where football is king. I guess you can't please everyone all the time so you might as well please yourself. If your band is pleasing the fans then you know you are doing it right! [ Reply to Comment ]
Cat09tails Reputation: 97 Level: Superstar Since: Jun 27, 2007	Posted on: September 15, 2008 11:45 am Score: 90 The Ten Days Of Marching Band Camp Paid Off Congrats! MM. It's great that you're having a good time and the effort that you put out earlier is paying off. And I'm sure you'll always have stories to tell, of course, leading with, "This one time, at band camp...." (Yeah, you probably already heard that line in August, but I couldn't help myself.) While rehearsal isn't always a blast, the performances and free seating at the games are great. Have fun. --Cat [ Reply to Comment ]
The Muffin Man Reputation: 99 Level: Superstar Since: Apr 15, 2008	Posted on: September 15, 2008 8:01 pm Score: 92 The Ten Days Of Marching Band Camp Paid Off Thanks for the comments so far! Cat I've heard that joke before! Actually told it a couple times myself! 5'd and faved. [ Reply to Comment ]

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