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Marching Band Responsibilities

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Marching band has impacted me most out of all my extracurricular activities. Through marching band I have matured mentally and emotionally into a leader. As Head Drum Major, I am responsible for the 130 member band. I lead daily rehearsals by conducting, commanding, and constructively critiquing the band. My other regular duties include assisting with extracurricular rehearsals on Tuesday and Thursday nights, and managing the band during competitions and football games. During the summer, I direct the marching band camp and teach sophomores and new students marching fundamentals. Throughout the summer, I assist the band program directors in preparing for marching season by organizing show sheet music, pep tunes, and uniforms. As Head Drum Major,

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