fireshane

1995 PR- Chord a the end of the Variations on a love theme. Right when the transition starts to the next piece of music, there is a chord that lasts what seems like a lifetime (I think it actually lasts about 32 beats). That one gives me goosebumps every time I hear it. $.02

That is the year my eyes were opened, so to speak, to drum corps. I was a sophomore in high school and just joining the varsity marching band. The 93 Finals were playing on a VCR (remember those :P) when i walked into the band hall for the first time. I was speechless. It was like I was watching supermen (and women) on the field. I was hooked. That is the moment that will forever be etched into my memory as the "magic" moment for me, where I knew that I would be a fan for life. What year had that effect on you? Tell your story. Shane

I guess I can call myself that now. It will be 10 years next season since I marched my first season with Phantom Regiment. 10 years later, I'm a married father of two beautiful girls( with one more on the way!!!) Anyway, I just wanted to say hello to everyone. I hope y'all enjoy what I have so say (which, for the most part, is not much) :) Shane

Based on my personal experience, holding a contrabass at the "carry" position, while not the heaviest, is the most difficult. If done the way it is supposed to be done, all 26+ pounds of the horn will be supported by the arms at approx 6 to 8 inches away from the body. just my 2 cents. Shane