ok so summer break just started and marching band season starts the last week of july
im a pretty tiny person (please dont laugh) but yes im a drummer and i will be on the bass line this year (1st bass, the smallest) its not that its heavy atleast not at first but after carrying it for 8 hours in the hot sun well that would make anyone want to pass out and yes i am a rookie and i need to build up the strength in my back and the endurance in my legs
any ideas or tips?
2007-05-28 17:42:59 · 6 answers · asked by Draconic Drummer 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
Rule number one...fight the urge to wear a back brace. Back braces are for lifting, not carrying and they will do you much more harm than good.
I would suggest doing crunches and push-ups everyday to build strength and endurance. Also, you should exercise your calves...maybe try holding a couple of five lb. dumbells while going from a flat footed position to standing on your toes and back again. Lunges can help as well.
Finally, I would try practicing a "high mark time". You'll probably never do this in a performance, but it's great exercise. Start at attention. SLOWLY bring your right foot up until your heel is about the same level as your left knee and your toes are pointed straight toward the ground. This should be done in one fluid motion. SLOWLY bring your foot back flat on the ground, again in one fluid motion. Do the same with your left foot and repeat. Do this very, very slowly at first to ensure that you're doing it right (pay close attention to your toes to make sure they're pointed at the ground). Slowly increase the speed. After you get the basic move down, you should do it with a metronome...first click, the foot is down, second click the foot is up, third click down, etc.
Good luck and happy drumming!
2007-05-30 19:31:02 · answer #1 · answered by Steven David 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, I'm starting marching band the same time as you! I too am a rookie and need to get in shape. I was supposed to be in front ensemble (pit) this year but I didn't think I would be able to make it so I didn't try out. (I am an oboe player) I am planning on walking on the treadmill to lose some weight and shape up. Good luck with marching band and have a good summer. Just know that while you are marching, I will be too.
2007-05-31 15:43:47 · answer #2 · answered by Duranfan10 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get some small ankle weights and march yourself around the neighborhood. And like some others said, make sure and work those back muscles too. See link below. Show your band how tough a tiny person can be!!!! Wont it be cool to be the one that handles the heat and stresses better than the big kid on the football team!!! Good Luck!
2007-05-29 05:16:35 · answer #3 · answered by kaisergirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I marched for over 10 years, through Jr hi going through college. Get out and start walking 1st, then running. also, since you'll be playing bass, do lots of work on your upper and lower back; it's gonna get tired! Let's not forget working the arms as well. You have about 8-9 weeks, so get to it, Rook! A-TEN-HUT!!!
I miss it.......
2007-05-29 02:52:09 · answer #4 · answered by Mark A 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
prepare your tool on an popular basis. start up walking on an popular basis. in the adventure that your track is accessible start up memorizing and studying. practising marching with your tool, and consume wholesome, no junk nutrition.
2016-10-06 05:40:59 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im just starting on snare and the older guys said to run some. good luck with marching season and...funny story... dont trip while you have your drum on... :)
2007-05-28 18:13:45 · answer #6 · answered by Darren H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋