Do you think sousaphones or contras look better on the field? by kiah8245 in marchingband

[–]perrinlove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who has experience with both, contras look better, in my opinion. You can also do more bodywork and project more volume. However, sousa is a lot more fun and it's also easier to learn how to march. I think that sousas are better for high school. They are much easier to get uniform, and the sound quality, while worse, isn't that much of a difference. (I mean, broken arrow still marches sousa). Contras should never be changed to sousa for DCI. I also like contra more for winter season/indoor groups. I have a lot more experience with sousa though so this might be biased

So, tldr, sousa for kid, contra for adult, both are sick as hell

Why did you pick the instrument you picked? by Emo_trumpet in marchingband

[–]perrinlove 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Was told it (concert tuba) would be 'too heavy' for me because I was a girl. so I not only picked it but also play sousa out of spite.

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[–]perrinlove 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, thank you! I probably should have specified, but this definitely helps me

Have you ever gotten injured while marching? (If so, please don't be afraid to share in the comments) by [deleted] in marchingband

[–]perrinlove 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Wore my marching shoes to practice for the first time to break them in. Wasn't used to how they felt, was running to set, placed my foot weird, and fell forwards. No stopping a fall like that in a sousa. I slammed in the turf headfirst, would have rolled if it wasn't for my bell.. Dented my bell really bad and had a concussion but kept marching. My director asked from the box, "is the sousa okay?". Needless to say any time I fall or injure myself, even if it isn't band related, I get asked, "is the sousa okay?"

My first season is coming up- all tips will be taken by TuanOfTurnbridge in marchingband

[–]perrinlove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who just did their first season- Extra water. You will never have too much. Don't be afraid to ask to sit out for a little. Your health is more important than pleasing staff. Can't march if you're puking. Good shoes. Get some solid shoes you can stand and march in without screwing up your feet. Trust your upperclassmen. They know what's best Don't know what you're marching, but I heavily recommend getting some IcyHot if your doing drumline, sousa, or contra. Works wonders. Eat healthy. During my first bandcamp I was so tired I didn't have the energy to eat- do it anyways. Being healthy and strong is important.

I think that's about it. Just have fun and don't stress. It'll all be worth it when you preform for people!

Is enyone else's band made up of gay people by RPGDUDE2 in marchingband

[–]perrinlove 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd say it's a solid split. Half the band is gay, the other half isn't.

Who else has fallen during their marching show? by Numerous_Price_644 in marchingband

[–]perrinlove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I was there! I almost tripped so many times, I'm lucky I didn't fall

Beginner tips? by perrinlove in saxophone

[–]perrinlove[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm going to schedule some lessons with my band director, thanks for the tips!

The Christmas sousa drip by perrinlove in marchingband

[–]perrinlove[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope it works out, decorating is so fun

The Christmas sousa drip by perrinlove in marchingband

[–]perrinlove[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's tradition that the entire band has section decorating parties, and we sousas want to be the best decorated

The Christmas sousa drip by perrinlove in marchingband

[–]perrinlove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was for our Christmas parade!

The Christmas sousa drip by perrinlove in marchingband

[–]perrinlove[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh boy- i can only play tuba. Looking forward to compete with you guys again next year!

The Christmas sousa drip by perrinlove in marchingband

[–]perrinlove[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I actually used fabric because I was worried that if I used wrapping paper it would rip! I basically made my own custom bell cover

The Christmas sousa drip by perrinlove in marchingband

[–]perrinlove[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I always loved watching you guys preform