The 7 Types Of People You Find In Every College Marching Band | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Student Life

The 7 Types Of People You Find In Every College Marching Band

We're literally always at the field.

122
The 7 Types Of People You Find In Every College Marching Band
Jon Whitaker

1. The Obsessed

This girl has done marching band every single year since middle school. She's probably so obsessed with marching band that one day she wants to have one of her own. You could probably catch her in a leadership position since she's been in marching band for so long. Outside of band, all she talks about is more band.

2. The Know-It-All

This guy is a little bit different than the obsessed girl. While this guy has probably also been in band since middle school, he feels like he knows everything there is to know about band and how it should be run. He loves being in band, but he feels like he knows how to run the band WAY better than the band directors and staff. You most likely won't catch him in any leadership positions, because of his constant attitude.

3. The One-And-Done

This girl only wants to do marching band for one season. Maybe it's because she has opportunities to do other things instead, or maybe it's because she didn't like it very much. She would be great in a leadership position if she decided to come back, but she probably won't decide to come back. She loves music, but the marching band environment just isn't something she wants to/can commit to for four years.

4. The Drum Major Wannabe

This guy only joined band because he wanted a shot at becoming drum major. He was probably drum major for at least one year in high school, and he wants to continue that into college. He dreams of one day being able to stand in front of the band in the stands and blow his whistle to bring the band to attention. He looks like any other guy when you see him in the hallways. If you ever eat lunch with him, he'll probably be practicing his conducting so he "doesn't get rusty."

SEE ALSO: 10 Reasons You Should Date 'The Band Kid'

5. The Section Leader

She has probably been in band since middle school, just like lots of others. She's a great person and amazing leader, even though she might not have wanted the position right away. She's quiet but firm, and NOBODY wants to cross her. You could go to her with any problem, band related or not, and she would be right there to listen and help. She loves band and she loves people. It's a great combination, honestly. Everyone loves her, because she always does what she's supposed to the first time.

6. The Corps Guy

No matter what they say, the guys that do summer drum corps and then come back to college marching band ALWAYS treat band differently during the seasons that follow. He thinks he's better than everyone else, but he's actually no different than the rest of the people in band. Drum Corps is a great experience if you can afford it, but most people can't afford it. His attitude won't stop him from getting a leadership position, because the band directors/staff think the corps guys hung the moon.

7. The Devoted Member

She will always show up when she's supposed to, because she has a respect for the band like no other. She loves marching band, and always will. It's her thing, and she loves every second of being on the field for halftime. When bad things happen, she can write them off, because she loves the organization and thinks that everything is worth it. She looks like any other person on campus, but on the field she wears her heart on her sleeve.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

196649
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

18696
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

460753
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

28242
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments