Band Shoppe Asks... Part 2 - Genesis

Genesis Shares Their Thoughts on Show Day

In our three-part blog series; Band Shoppe Asks... we are asking our partnering Drum Corps questions during the three stages of DCI's current season.

This is the second part of our series, these questions have been answered by members of Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps brass section

"What Goes Into A Show Day?"

If you missed Part #1 of our series, 7th Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps answered questions about Spring Training. Read it HERE

A special thank you, to James Walker (2nd year Tuba player), Benjamin Allgood (7th year Mellophone leader), and Steven Quintanar (4th year Trumpet player – and bus loading captain) from Genesis, who have graciously answered our questions for Part #2

Let’s hear what they have to say...

What's your favorite part about a show day?

J: Performing for the audience and getting to eat junk food after the show!
B: The show.
S: Audience, of course!

How is a show day different from a full rehearsal day?
J: For a show day there is less time for rehearsal and there is also EPL and show prep to add onto it.
B: The pacing of show days are much quicker, and show days are much more relaxed.
S: We get to wear the uniforms, and have people to play to other than staff members.

What's the mood on the bus ride to the venue?
J: Usually focused unless the ride is long then there is time to squeeze a nap in.
B: Focused.
S: I get very focused, but relaxed at the same time.

How much time do you have between lot and performing? 

J: Between lot and performance time there is 15 - 20 minutes of walking and standing at the gate.

B: Hour and a half most of the time.

S: About an hour and a half to two hours.

Do you have any pre-show rituals? 

J: We put our corps necklaces onto tokem, our low brass idol which someone usually puts at the front of the field.
B: No.

S: I listen to the same song before every show, it helps set my mood.

What goes through your mind as you step onto the field?

J: As I step onto the field I like to think about my show step by step to make sure I get it right.
B: It’s just another chance to perform and entertain.

S: I am extremely confident, and I get amped to show off to anyone who is willing to watch me.

Do you get to talk to members of other performing corps? If yes, elaborate on the experience.?

J: I do occasionally. Usually talk to them on how their blocks are and how they think they are doing in their season.
B: No.

S: Yes I do! I see my friends from other corps after we all finish performing and I get to meet their friends as well.

What do you usually do after a performance? 

J: After a performance we usually have a meeting with the corps director right outside the gate and talk about the show and sing our corps song.
B: Stay by our food trailer, or sometimes I’ll go to a near by restaurant.

S: I eat my snack from the food trailer, then go relax and talk about my day with my friends.

What is your favorite post-show snack? 

J: Chocolate Milk.
B: Fruit snacks.

S: Pringles, peach rings, and beef jerky!

How do you wind down after a performance?

J: I’ll usually sit and talk to my friends, ask how their show was, walk around the show site, and look at everyone and how they are doing. Or go get some chocolate milk from a corner store.
B: By being with friends.

S: I just listen to jazz (I'm a big fan), and chill on the bus!

We would like to thank James, Benjamin, and Steven for answering our questions and giving us insights into their show day. We wish them all the best in the last remaining weeks of the 2018 season!

Stay tuned in August to hear from the Boston Crusaders about...

What it's Like to Age-Out!

Welcome Genesis World Class Drum and Bugle Corps

New Partnership Between Band Shoppe and Genesis World Class Drum and Bugle Corps

Band Shoppe is excited to announce a new partnership with World Class Drum and Bugle Corps, Genesis, for the Drum Corps International 2018 season.

 “The whole team at Genesis is beside themselves with excitement for our partnership with Band Shoppe,” said Chris Magonigal, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps. “After speaking with Band Shoppe’s team, it was evident right away that our arrows were pointed in the same direction. Their commitment to quality and the student experience is in line with the Genesis philosophy and their offerings are second to none. Genesis is committed to strengthening Band Shoppe and Fenix brands together to set up an incredible future.”

Band Shoppe’s talented Sales and Design Teams will work alongside the Genesis Visual Team to create custom uniforms to advance the Genesis organization and bring their look to the next level.

“We are thrilled to bring another World Class Corps into Band Shoppe’s family”, said Jay Pearison, President of Band Shoppe. “We have enjoyed our working relationship with the Boston Crusaders over the last several years. Now we aspire to bring that same level of quality and creativity to Genesis. Our team looks forward to working with Genesis in 2018.”

photo courtesy of Genesis World Class Drum and Bugle Corps

About Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps

Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps holds a deep-seated philosophy of Education Through Performance. Our purpose is to provide world class education through performance in the areas of percussion, brass, dance, and visual ensemble artistry.

Genesis has consistently achieved artistic and performance excellence and is recognized as an exceptional and excellence-driven group. With the inclusion of a leadership curriculum drawing upon top training methodologies used in corporate America, the organization provides educational, cultural, interpersonal, physical, and emotional growth necessary for our young people to become leaders. Genesis employs some the most talented design and instructional professionals in the country, who design programs that over 250 talented performers convey through a powerful, athletic, and artistic performance.

For more information about Genesis, visit genesisdbc.org.