Well let’s begin with what drew me to my life of Drum Corps. I started playing percussion in the sixth grade, but was not introduced to Drum Corps International (DCI) until my sophomore year when I moved to Virginia Beach in 1991. My high school buddy showed me my first finals video and I was hooked like a junky on heroin.
After playing with the high schools drum line for two years I finally mustard up the courage to audition for my first drum corps. A fellow drummer and I drove down to Charlotte North Carolina for auditions with Carolina Crown. The audition went well for me except I did not make the drum line but instead made the horn line. I did not complete the season due to personal reasons and regret it. This did not end my quest to become a fully seasoned veteran. In 1996 I will once again try to audition for now Magic of Orlando’s drum line. This time I succeed by making the cymbal line with no regrets this season.
Even though I do not march with DCI anymore does not mean that it does not run through my veins. I still look forward to the day when I can audition for a senior corps. Thank you.
I didn't know you did that! very cool. I guess you learn something new every day.
ReplyDeleteThanks for looking at my somewhat latest blog. I even would like to eventually do graphic design for DCI one day. But I hear its real hard to get your foot in the door due to they generally search with in for employment. But a fan can dream right?
ReplyDeleteWell thank you again. Brian