A bad attitude and the inability to work with others can outweigh your proficiency as a drummer.  When it comes to an audition or playing...

Audition season is upon us yet again. By this time you’ve already selected the drum corps your looking to march and have learned the...

I've been cut from a lot of places….When I say a lot… I mean a lot. Freshman year of HS- cut from everything except alternate cymbals...

Sectionals are a great time to improve habits that lead to increased clarity in your section. For instructors and section leaders, trying...

As lifelong learners and students it’s important to be able to use other disciplines as sources of not only inspiration, but...

I have heard this expression my entire marching career and I’m here to challenge it. I have set the RCC snareline order since 2011 and...

I want to challenge an expression I’ve heard since I joined the marching percussion activity 19 years ago. I understand those who have...

If you missed Part 1 of this blog, you can find it here: The Section Leader's Role - Part 1 From my experience as a player and teacher,...

Every drumline in the world has a Section Leader. This is commonly the Center Snare who begins exercises and music. They are generally an...