Introduction to the Drum Major and Color Guard

Learn how to lead and/or represent your Corps and the Nation with the correct customs and courtesies/

Presenters

• Drum Major: Richard Walter
• Drum Major: John Parks
• Color Guard: The Old Guard/Continental Color Guard

In this workshop Drum Majors will learn:

1. Different styles of Drum Majoring – Long Mace, Short Mace, and Espontoon
2. How to lead your Corps and navigate parades, ceremonies, events, etc.
3. What to do when there are two Drum Majors
4. How to keep yourself and your equipment looking good to make your corps look good

In this workshop, Cologuard will learn:

1. Customs and courtesies
2. Carrying flag(s) and protecting them
3. How to keep yourself and your equipment looking good to make your corps look good

Audience: All are welcome to attend. This event is geared towards those who are current or aspiring drum majors and color guard members. Corps directors, musicians, and color guard may also take interest in learning about what the Drum Major and Color Guard are responsible for.