There’s no question that you have to be talented to play a musical instrument. But there is certainly a degree of lunacy which accompanies being in a marching band. 🙂
Upon arrival, and while walking across the football field to where the band was getting in place there was mild cheering coming from the band. Jeff, my senior photographer motioned for an increase in volume, and apparently that also meant a standing ovation for my arrival. I felt kind of conspicuous, but also a bit honored. Many of the parents present were also cheering.
After making a few changes to the setup on the bleachers, and climbing up on the field commander’s platform, I managed to take a few shots of the band. Just before I climbed back down, though, they also wanted a “silly” picture. Happy to oblige, I took one.
Both images are below.
We will be providing photos to Martinsburg High School’s Band Spectacular on September 16. Look for more posts then.