Why do drum majors lean back?
Why do drum majors lean back?
According to Cloutier, the first drum major to pull off the trick was so flexible he hardly had to bend his knees. “The way I heard it, he could just bend backwards at the waist and touch his head to the ground,” Cloutier said. “That’s what started the whole tradition.”
What do HBCU drum majors do?
Drum majors in HBCU bands fill a different role than those of other marching bands which use the position to control tempo and impart field direction. The role of HBCU drum majors evolved from that of leaders of bands in black minstrel parades who were performers themselves.
Who started the drum major backbend?
Lenny Hart
The Ohio State University Marching Band (OSUMB) began executing a drum major backbend in the late 1950s with Lenny Hart being the first such person to do so.
How heavy is a drum major mace?
approximately 1.9 pounds
Weighs approximately 1.9 pounds The Amazing Mace drum major mace is engineered to be stronger, durable, and balanced to withstand even the toughest throws.
Which HBCU has the best drum majors?
Top 10 HBCU Division I Bands
| Overall Rank | Auxiliary | Drum Major |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Florida A&M University | 7 | 4 |
| 2. Bethune-Cookman University | 10 | 1 |
| 3. Norfolk State University | 4 | 7 |
| 4. Southern University | 1 | 5 |
Who has the best HBCU Drumline?
Top 10 HBCU Marching Bands
- Bethune-Cookman University. Name: Marching Wildcats.
- North Carolina A State University. Name: The Blue and Gold Marching Machine.
- Norfolk State University. Name: Spartan Legion.
- Prairie View A&M University.
- Jackson State.
- Tennessee State.
- Florida A&M University.
- Southern University.
Who is the #1 HBCU band?
The last ESPN/The Undefeated HBCU Band Rankings of the season have Bethune-Cookman and Miles as the top two bands in the Division I and Division II rankings. Congratulations to the bands and their schools for the hard work, dedication, precision and music that they’ve given us this season.
