In 2001, we had 12 snares, 7 quads, 8 basses and 12 cymbals. We couldn’t make those lines any bigger, so we decided to add a tri-tom section. The voicing fit between the basses and quads. No!

The Western Thunder Drumline consists of marching snare drum, tenors (5 drum), bass drums, and cymbals. Students need to complete an audition so that we can place you on the instrument that fits you ...

Marching bands carry outsize influence and pride at ... we were walking on a cloud,” said Freddie Colston, who played the cymbals. “Our step was higher and the beat was faster.” ...

The students received new cymbals, drums and trumpets on Friday ... “When I was in the band we had marching band and jazz band,” Richmond said. “And what I’d like to see you all do ...