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Fifty Signs You've
Been in Band Too Long When you hear music and start marking time. When you walk behind someone and you're in step with them. When you try to guess the tempo of your favorite song. When all your friends are in the band. When you don't mind changing on the bus. When you point out key changes and dynamics while listening
to the radio. When you've put more miles on the pit equipment than you have
your car. When you like wearing your uniform. When people ask you about your social life and you say "Oh,
you mean my Flute/drum,etc." When you consider your drill book a fashion accessory. When it's fun to play the show backwards. When you practice your instrument more than you talk to your
dog. When being mauled by a drum is a normal part of life. When people worry when they see you without your instrument. When you're eligible for free dinner points at the local fast
food restaurants. When band camp is fun. When you knock on peoples doors with the opening cadence. When someone says the word "Set" and you automatically
put your head up. When you remember flats and sharps more easily than your name. When you dress the lunch line, and urge others to do the same. When you can show up to practice in your pajamas and dripping
wet and no one notices. When slides feel normal. When your instrument has a name and you give it a birthday
party. When you remember your instrument's birthday and forget your
mom's. When making a line is the biggest accomplishment of your day. When jazz running no longer reminds you of ballet. When "armed guard" means a girl with a pole instead
of a guy with a gun. When you have more clothes in your band locker than in your
closet. When your uniform can get up and walk to you. When black feathers become a fashion "do". When you see your section more than your family. When everyone wants to kill the other football team...and
you want to kill the other band. When you dream about fund raising. When you think evening practices should last longer. When you accidentally call your band director "Dad". When you can sight-read. When you can put on your uniform in less than 10 minutes. When reeds taste good. When fund-raising food becomes part of your daily diet. When you think your plume is alive. When marking time is your favorite form of exercise. When you have a neck strap/harness tan line. When you subconsciously start practicing with a pencil. When numbers past 8 aren't important. When you're more opinionated about your school's band than
President Clinton. When you roll-step through the cafeteria so you don't spill
your lunch. When you'd rather practice than read the list. When letters past G aren't important. When playing in the rain is fun. When you chew your food in rhythm. |