![]() ![]() ![]() The other band members recognize how difficult the other schools’ shows are and how much time and dedication they put into this. The district festival is a time that all band kids look forward to-it is arguably the only time where you, as a band kid, are truly appreciated. It is such a difficult art some would argue it’s more difficult than football, yet it is the most under-appreciated. A marching band kid’s responsibility is enormous– they have to play their instruments with proper technique and loud volume, marching on the correct foot, move appropriately when marching backwards or sliding*, remember the visuals, and memorize their music. To add onto that responsibility, they also have to be in time with all of the other 30-odd members of the band, without actually being able to see any of them. Players must play their instruments well while moving. This isn’t done to compete, but to share their shows with each other. While many do not consider marching band to be a sport, it too has been cancelled due to its physical nature.Įvery year the six FRHSD schools send their marching bands to one of the schools. With the year’s past abnormalities, sports have been cancelled for the better half of the school year. ![]()
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