Syracuse, N.Y. — Marching bands across the state are ready to hit (hopefully) all the right notes starting tonight as the 2024 season gets underway. In Section III, East Syracuse Minoa gets things ...
In 1921, Paul ‘Spotts’ Emrick decided that the “All-American” Marching Band needed something to set them apart from other bands. Emrick’s idea called for a bass drum larger than any other. The idea ...
In 1981, the all-female pop-punk band The Go-Go’s set a new precedent for girl power in rock music, belting out a chorus of “We Got the Beat” to drummer Gina Schock’s pounding rhythm. It’s an anthem ...
SAINTE-MERE-EGLISE, France – Newly graduated St. Augustine High School Marching 100 snare drummer Brandon Mitchell also keeps the beat for the 110 Brass Band. He knows a thing or two about authentic ...