From marching in the scorching hot summer to playing under the Friday night lights, band is an integral part of my life. I have met so many wonderful individuals who have the same passion for music as I do. The summer of my freshman year, I attended my first marching camp. At first, I didn’t know anyone and was afraid of not fitting in. However, by the end of that camp, I can honestly say that the people I met there are like a second family. Placing first in competitions has only strengthened the bond of our relationships. We learn teamwork, self-discipline, and to be the best we can be through these competitions. The moment following our performance during one of the competitions was the most thrilling part of all. The drum major had just cut the band off, and before I could even catch my breath, the applause from the crowd instantly filled the stadium. Hundreds of people were standing, cheering, and shouting our names from the bleachers as we marched off the football field. Just thinking about these moments gives me the chills. I’m certain these memories will last a
From marching in the scorching hot summer to playing under the Friday night lights, band is an integral part of my life. I have met so many wonderful individuals who have the same passion for music as I do. The summer of my freshman year, I attended my first marching camp. At first, I didn’t know anyone and was afraid of not fitting in. However, by the end of that camp, I can honestly say that the people I met there are like a second family. Placing first in competitions has only strengthened the bond of our relationships. We learn teamwork, self-discipline, and to be the best we can be through these competitions. The moment following our performance during one of the competitions was the most thrilling part of all. The drum major had just cut the band off, and before I could even catch my breath, the applause from the crowd instantly filled the stadium. Hundreds of people were standing, cheering, and shouting our names from the bleachers as we marched off the football field. Just thinking about these moments gives me the chills. I’m certain these memories will last a