Basics of Marching Bands

1. Basics of Marching Bands

2. The marching band is a term given to musicians, dance teams, or color guard members that play woodwinds, percussion or brass instruments while adding marching with their performance. They wear costumes consisting of the school's or organization name or symbols as part of the uniform are worn. Size, function, and style of their performance are the parameters to differentiate marching bands. Apart from performing in indoor concerts that apply the traditions and flair from outside performances, they usually perform in parades which are outdoors. Unique events such as band competitions, especially during sporting events also witness their performance.

3. From the troops of wandering musicians those have performed at functions, celebrations, or festivals throughout the world in ancient times have originated the marching band show music. After emergence of different states, named "Military Bands" bands with names pertaining to certain areas came into prominence. This is the main reason why many marching bands still wear costumes similar to military outfit.