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Captain Caveman

Hello All

I just wanted to introduce myself and let you know that the Collingwood Cadets are forming a drum corp which I will be running. It has taken just under a year to get funding for this and we now have some drums on order

I think the members of the Cadets would love to come and watch you guys practice one night, in particular if the drummers ever do a line up for practice (I am sure I have seen you out on the parade ground in the past) and don't mind some guest watching for some inspiration then please let me know?

I would also be interested to know what snare drum you drummers are using? For the Cadets we have had to go with a budget junior drum each due to cost, I am also personally looking for a drum to help teach the cadets and would prefer a full size drum. Have been looking at the various premier drums, (97, 97s 1049S etc) but would like to know what is being used and is it worth paying the extra for top snare?

My drumming experience is that of a rock band with a full drum kit, so this is a new exciting venture for me with the Cadets, any hints and tips from you drummers most welcome

Many Thanks, Paul.

The BB's · Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 11:16 pm Post subject:

On Thursday 22nd we are doing a beat retreat for the 1st Sea Lord on the awn outside the wardroom. feel freen to watch and come and talk to us after. Hope to see you then, I'm the girlie trombone player (holder)
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ZedHorn · Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 8:12 am Post subject:

on the awn.. careful you don't fall off!!!
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Big Ted · Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 8:23 am Post subject:

How do you feel "freen"...........sounds kinky to me!!!
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bassdrumal · 3rd Cornet Joined: 16 Jul 2007 Posts: 274

If one does a beat retreat, does that mean you get further away with each note played?
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Captain Caveman · Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 4:08 pm Post subject:

Thanks for that info, what time are you playing? The Cadets (some who will be in the drum corps) are actually doing the Lantern Guard for that event I believe.

The Donkey · Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 8:44 pm Post subject:

Commences at 2000 on the lawn (not awn!) behind the wardroom.

Captain Caveman · Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 10:17 pm Post subject:

Arghh, that's a shame, the Cadets are doing the lantern guard much earlier than that (6:30 I believe) while people arrive and then all get picked up (from macdonalds - after being fed

) at 8 to 8.15 so probably too late to re-arrange this time round.

If they are not too late leaving I will try and get back over, failing that
I will try for when you next practice on the parade ground one Monday evening.

Thanks

The BB's · Posted: Fri Jun 20, 2008 9:31 pm Post subject:

Apologies about spelling in earlier post, must have been new nails and nothing to do with alcohol in any way

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