Personal Narrative: Marching Band

I participated in marching band all four years of high school. I learned valuable lessons, and contributed my best during every practice and performance. No matter where I moved, band was a constant for me. It helped me make friends and get involved at my new schools. I have been in three different bands, each with a different style of leadership and teaching. Therefore, I am not only more receptive to new ways of doing things, but also more diverse in the way I lead others.
Each time I moved I had to start as a ‘newbie’, which prevented me from obtaining a leadership position. However, I still used the qualities of a leader to help the freshmen with their marching technique and memorizing their music. I also assisted my section leader and drum major when possible, tidying the band room after a competition, or passing out water at performances.
It was disappointing when some were not working as hard as others, but the fact that we were able to rise above that made the sport even better in the end.
I will continue to participate in marching band in college because it provides valuable experiences. I will also continue to lead through my actions because I know how much it helps when I am in a group or trying to reach a