Should I quit marching band?
I am a freshman in high school, soon to be sophomore, and I was debating whether or not to quit. Here are my reasons for wanting to stay/quit STAY- 1- I love music 2- I love playing flute 3- I wish to pursue music in college so marching band would look good 4- I want to become Drum Major and change the band for the better. Because I love conducting and feel I can lead the band WHY TO QUIT 1) My dream of being Drum Major will probably not come true as this one girl who is my band directors favorite is already lined up.. 2) The same girl bullies me by telling me my marching's horrible and attempting to boss me around (shes also a freshman) This makes my time HORRIBLE 3) My band director doesn't appreciate me 4) I feel like an outsider... I know my love of music should be enough to keep me in but.. The girl makes my marching experience torture. And I cannot report it to y band director because, as he said before, he doesn't care. I would still be in concert band but not marching. My friends and family say this girl bullies me because shes jealous (I got most outstanding freshman and best new musician) but Idk. What do you think I should do?
Why did you quit marching band?
In my school, quit marching band also means not taking a band class during the school year, and vise versa. Note: We don't have free periods or study hall.It wasn't me personally, but a guy who graduated last year didn't do band in order to have a free class. I know this because he'd come in my third period to just sit and work on his laptop. He went for the IB diploma, so maybe his classes took too much time to do HW and/or became stressful, and decided to quit band.His friend also didn't do band his senior year, but he had been doing cross country in the fall, during marching band season. He also went for the IB diploma.Both guys were great musicians and in the top band, and it would have been nice if they'd had stayed.An old friend was about to quit marching band, but didn’t. Her almost quitting was due to constant reminders such as marching in time, having her head up, facing the sidelines, and personal family matters. She didn't like it, but she got through it. Most band kids didn't like her, but we got a superior. She'd eventually move to another country, which she was glad about.A guy my freshman year quit. Marching band always starts two weeks prior to the first day of school. It was the first week, and I'd notice he had difficulties to basic marching. He came for the first three days and then wouldn't show up. Our band direction later said it was too stressful to him, but isn’t it to all new members? I guess the heat and the time consuming it was got to him more than it did to anyone else.Also, a freshman quit last year, but I don't know why.I guess all in all, it depends on the environment and their circumstances.Shania.
Marching band? My 14 year old is quitting marching band and I feel bad? WHY?
When I was in High School I was in Marching Band. I too, ad to come up with band fees up to $500.00. But when I came to college, it really didn't help me much. It all depends on what she wants to do with her future. If she wants to do music, well, I suggest not to do Marching Band in school, and do private lessons that will cost waaayy less but will be teaching your child the same thing. I mean.. I had to come up with the money, and my mom was a single mom with 4 girls. Each girl wanted to do something different and costly. Sit with her and discuss what she prefers, maybe she feels you are pushing her to do these extra activities. Don't pressure her. [no offense] Her grades are super important, wherever she goes. It's not a bad thing for her not to do it, Band takes alot of time and dedication. I had to drop out to keep my grades up. Trust me, it's not easy. I understand your daughter, but the best way, is communication. Good Luck :) Thanks for being a good mom.
How do I quit marching band during band camp?
It's only the 3rd day and I've made my decision it took a year to finally convince my parent for me to quit. I was forced to do band. I didn't love it. It was the cause of my stress and my slight depression. And i really eanted to quit. But, they were a bit late on finally accepting it. They probably already set up the positions on the field already, but were still working on marching techniques. And no one knows their positions except for the section leaders. And I feel even more bad on quitting because I know that I'll be the cause of the sudden changes on positions. So how do I OFFICIALLY quit during band camp? Do my parents talk to the director, section leader, principal, etc...?
I want to quit marching band?!?!?
I am going to be a junior and play the clarinet. I have previously marched before. I really did not want to do it again this year but I did it because I was section leader and felt obligated to do it. However, I really really do hate it. I feel that it is such a waste of my time. However, I don't know what do about just leaving. The drill writer has already recieved th instrumentation and my leaving would cause him and our band director to have to go back and edit all of the marching formations. Also, Im guessing it would really hurt our director since he and i are kind of close. want to quit because I honestly ate it. Also, it will cause me to miss the crucials rehearsals of the youth orchestra I play in (Midwest Young Artists Symphony). Also, in the fall, that time will open to more training for the swim team season in the winter. What should I do?
How can I drop out of marching band?
Once you’ve made your decision, then go take care of it. Don’t let it linger. Tell your band director that you’re leaving the band. It’s pretty simple, all in all. I had to bail out of a couple of things this week. Here’s what I did.Cancelling Comcast service:“I’m calling to disconnect my service.” Can I ask why?“It’s too expensive.” I see. Can I look at your account?“You can look, but I’m disconnecting my service regardless.” OK, let’s look at disconnecting…Clear, concise. I didn’t waste my time or her time trying to explain irrelevant issues, like how my new service is $20 per month with the provider that finally moved into my neighborhood or I don’t really need the land line service anymore. She doesn’t care, and overly explaining just invites them to address your issues. Please note I was never unpleasant about it, just obviously not going to change my mind.Bailing on a phone meetingThis was via email, cancelling a follow-up call for some coaching I had inquired about. The “coaching” turned out to be a video course instead of live coaching, and I was not interested in that.“Dear So-and-so,I'm writing to let you know that I'm not going to purchase the course. I figured I could let you know this way so I don't take up more of your time with a follow-up call that won't lead to a sale. I appreciate the time we did spend the other day, and you've definitely given me some thought-provoking ideas to consider.All the best and I hope your course does very well.”Again, concise and to the point. Mindful of the other person’s time. No unnecessary explaining of why. When you talk to your band director, remember that they have lots of other things on their mind and schedule. Be brief, respectful, mindful, and don’t go in expecting them to make a fuss over you quitting the band.If you’re quitting marching band but hoping to stay in concert band, then you may have to deal with them not being ok with you trying to cherry-pick band activities, and they may ask you to choose a different elective.
Should I quit a marching band just because I like classical music more?
NOO!!! im in Marching band and at first i absolutely hated it but then i decided to give it a chance and i absolutely LOVE it! and just because you love another type of music doesnt mean you have o quit another. (especially if you enjoy this activity. There are other options like if your school has symphonic band or concert band or even orchestra (a lot do you should ask if you dont already know whether or not they do). I don’t know about you personally but i REALLY enjoy Marching Band and i wouldn’t give it up for the world and if its something you actually enjoy continue with it!.. but i mean its up to you best of luck!
I want to quit marching band... but I'm sort of stuck!?
This is my first year of marching band in Florida. Previously, I had played Symphonic Band for 5 years. I knew from the start that I was going to hate marching band, since I can't move and play at the same time. I learned my music... but I can't memorize it. I've never memorized a piece, only my scales. Whenever we learn a drill, I'm absolutely miserable because I know that I will have to play while doing it in the future. Then I learned that a 'x' measure(s) go to 'x' set(s). I'm not "mentally coordinated" to time my marching and my music at the same time. Not to mention the Florida weather is always hot and humid, adding the uniform, I'm absolutely miserable. I want to quit and join the Track team, but if i quit, the band might look down on me. Not only that, the drum majors would have to recreate the drill to fill in the hole that I would make. After a practice we had, I was super depressed about my failure and I ended up crying when I got home because I DO NOT want to do this anymore. What do I do? I'm so miserable, and everyone else in the band knows what they're doing, but I don't. I don't even think my parents would allow me to quit...
I want to quit marching band but my mother wont let me?!?! HELP?!?
I hate it so much. I really do, its like, every time I go to marching band, I dread it! The time goes my soooooo slooooowwwww, and its so tiring! Plus, our woodwind instrustor is an idiot, hes annoying and wants the whole show memorized in 2 weeks. I also play soccer in the summer, Im at camp every weekend. I'm busy every day in the summer babysitting Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. So I have absolutely no time to practice at home. He hates it when we are late, and if we are late we have to run laps and are punished. Not that running is a bad thing, but we shouldn't get punished when we are late. I have a life outside of marching band as you can see, and I dont drive myself to marching band. My parents do. My parents have jobs and have a life as well. Hes a freaking idiot and I hate him. But anyways, marching band is something that I have been doing for 3 years now, this will be my fourth. Last year I missed a lot of rehearsals because of summer lacrosse, and I was so behind. Its gonna be the same this year because of soccer. I hate it because its boring, very time consuming, and the time goes by so slow. I feel like because I dont like it, I don't really try that much and I just bring everyone down. My mom wont let me quit, my dad doesn't care because I am already involved in soccer, fall lacrosse, winter lacrosse, spring lacrosse, fall soccer, and plays. I seriously have never liked it and I dont think I ever will because I havent yet, and I just dont know. Please help. I cant convince her Ive tried so many times!