Best DC Drum Major?
Frank Jones
Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
Al
Frank Jones wrote in message <34B559...@hotmail.com>...
>Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
I would have to vote for Jonathan Miller (Glassmen DM 94-97)
His conducting pattern is very easy to read, and he has a good head on his
shoulders. He always knew what was going on. During rehearsal, he knew what
every section was doing, what they were playing, and where they were in the
drill at all times. He was awesome.
Alan Frye
Glassmen '96-'98
snare
JAMISON EIGE
>Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
I heard the Glassmen had a great Drummajor in 1991...Inside Joke!
SkyAlumni
On Thu, 08 Jan 1998 23:37:35 GMT
R...@Dicemen.com (Ron Allard ) wrote:
>fjo...@hotmail.com wrote:
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>>Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
>
>Walt Winkleman...
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>Ron in Vegas
>send e-mail to ron.a...@worldnet.att.net
Without a doubt. One of my claims to fame is being his assist for two years,
'67 and '68.
Michael T. Siglow
Madonna 1953-64
Skyliners Nov. 11, 1964-70,75-78,92
Skyliners Alumni Corps Nov. 1993 til ?
Archer-Epler Musketeers 1997
"It's not what a person accomplishes in life that matters,
it's what a person overcomes, that's what counts."
Snareguy
Matt bluhm. Kiwanis Kavaliers 1983-1996 Drum major 90-96
this guy could do every type of time signature. PHENOMINAL
CHEZ
John Hannigan--GARFIELD 1978-1980
joel-oakland crusaders -1976-1978
Crusty Spiers-Phantom -1996 ? -1997
Jimmy russo--forever
and in first---------
THE READING BUCCANEERS DRUM MAJOR 1970- ?
Scott Lawson
Frank Jones wrote:
> Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
I'd have to say that my vote is for Chris Baughman (Colts DM 93?-96)
--
Scott Lawson
'94-'95 Quad City Knights Drum and Bugle Corps--Baritone
'96-'98 Dubuque Colts Drum and Bugle Corps--Lead Baritone
Steve Sorrell
Frank Jones <fjo...@hotmail.com> wrote:
>Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
Marcia Hansen, Phantom Regiment 1984 and 1985
She was the perfect blend of grace, beauty, power, respect, and
intelligence.
Barry N. York
Frank Jones wrote:
>
> Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
There is no way to really answer this question unless you
have marched in several corps. Then, you could only
comment on those DM's.
A drum major is responsible for getting the corps up in the morning,
coordinating ensemble rehearsals during the day, getting the
corps the daily schedule, making sure everyone is ready on time,
getting the corps on the road at night, telling the corps where
to sleep and shower, and getting the corps to bed.
In uniform, they must represent the corps to the public and to
DCI.
This is not something you can see by watching them conduct
a show at night.
Barry
PFoote3300
Best Drum Majors
REPLY To question........... Can't believe you could forget Christy's sidekick
in '96, Jenny Grice!!!
Agree with person who wrote JIMMY RUSSO (Caballeros) forever.... But then, I
am a loyal former Caballero, and despite never having marched when Jim was in
charge; name one other person who has that phenomenal energy?
Then ther's Joe Reichert; (who?) Cadets '95... O.K. maybe he wasn't great,
but he's a nice guy...
Walt Winkleman was one of a kind...
ROO
Joel Alleyne- Oakland Crusaders mid '70's
This guy was the most amazing performer when it came to DM!
Freebal491
>Frank Jones wrote:
>>
>> Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
Well my top two are
1) The one and only Jim Russo of course
and
2) The infamous BANGCOCK Aaron himself......from the one and only PHANTOM
VANGUARD !!!!!!!!!!! you should see what he does with his stick !! =-)
Freebal
P.V. .5
Cabs
Sean Taylor
Well, maybe he's not the best ever, but certainly one of the most
entertaining to watch was Al Go from Blue Devils 1992.
--
Sean Taylor
Spirit of Atlanta tenors 1995, still auditioning 1998
Ltn Mundy
As has been noted by Barry, I can't comment on the other roles of a drum major
which may quite possible be more important than what they do on the field.
However, I will put in a vote for a few based on their conducting ability.
Note: I intentionally do not rank these guys(and girl). Conducting is, even at
it's best, an imprecise (in terms of measurement of ability) art form, and much
of what makes us like certain conductor is simply a matter of individual style.
-Jimmy Russo
-Kristy Spears....in fact, all of PR's DMs could go on this list, they are
always excellent.
-Mike McKee (from Magic 97....good style, and the quintessential performer)
Alan
Todekaal
>From: Frank Jones <fjo...@hotmail.com>
>Date: Thu, Jan 8, 1998 17:57 EST
>Message-id: <34B559...@hotmail.com>
>
>Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
DM or conductor? anyway...
Jeff Fiedler. He ran the corps even when he was the DM...
DHass11576
>
>There is no way to really answer this question unless you
>have marched in several corps. Then, you could only
>comment on those DM's.
>
>
I think this is about the response that should answer ALL the "Drum Corps
Best... whatever".
Thanks Barry - Good response.
*****************************
Doug - In Fort Wayne, IN
Steve Hay
I'm with you - Al Go was definitely one of the most exciting I've ever
seen.
Also good on the field (although, as the comments have said, I haven't
any knowledge of their off-field accomplishments), I feel were Chris
Buck (CBC '89-'90) and the guy with the blond hair from Freelancers (OK,
he wasn't the best technical conductor I've ever seen, but he sure was
exciting!)
Steve Hay
sha...@idt.net
PJSdrum
You nailed it Barry. I've seen some DMs who could arguably conduct a major
symphony orchestra but can't get their corps to the practice field on time.An
effective DM is a complete package.Some corps seem to consistantly turn out
quality DMs and I think this is an indicator of the quality of corps tradition
and spirit that is passed down. Match that with natural leadership ability and
conducting talent and you get one of the greats.>A drum major is responsible
Vincent Villarta
Paul Zimny - Capitol Freelancers 1976 and 1977.
RGross5212
"Professor" George Parks - West Chester Univ., Reading
Buccaneers
great conductor, unbelievable with a mace, incredible
showman, and respected by everyone. absolutely the finest
I have ever seen, period.
BG
VKGARRY73
I have a few....
Mike Zapanta - SCV: Marches one time, conducts second with left hand and third
with right hand...phenomenal!
Rick South - SCV: THE "Vanguard Voice"
Mike Hunt - VK (late 60's-'70): Never lost a DM caption in competition.
"Atten-HUNT!"
Garry
Hornman331
Not one mention of BUTCH ANDERSON?????????
Think about it!!!!!!! No disrespect to Jimmy Russo and George Parks but Butch
deserves to be there as well. Field General, Musician, Showman, etc. you gotta
admit Butch was tough!!!! I'm surprised at no votes, knowing all of the Sky
Alumnus that respond to this newsgroup.
What about it , Mike???????
DA
SnareGuy3
Kristy Spears, Phantom Regiment 1995-1997 drum major. Yes, I know she was
backfield conductor in 1995.
Tony Rother, Madison Scouts 1995 (?) to 1996. He was baritone from previous
years before his drum major appearance.
Bob Guinn, Madison Scouts 1997-1998. He was a bassline member in 95 and 96.
Spirit of Atlanta's drum majors 80-87 or so.. they were always good, but I do
not remember the names.
All I can think of now.
--Jason Lowe
SkyAlumni
Hi Donny,
This thread has had a couple of lives going on. I'm positive I mentioned him in
one of them. Yes, Skyliners were VERY fortunate to have two of the greatest
DM's back to back. "Wink" from 1959 through 72, then the passing of the mantle
to Butch and his service from 1973 through 92. He would still be there if it
weren't for his untimely death due to a brain tumor.
We've heard of the responsibilities of a drum major on this thread, and I agree
with most those responsibilities as being appropriate. Having had the honor of
serving as Wink's assistant DM in '67 and '68, and Butch's assistant DM in '77
and '78, I can attest to the respect that was afforded them both, but in an
entirely different context. One lesson I learned was; at indoor horn
rehearsal's, when Wink would send me down to the bar to call the hornline up
stairs for rehearsal, I would say "Horns,...upstairs". Nobody moved. When I
said, "Wink's said horns upstairs", I was nearly trampled in the stampede.
It wasn't as bad while serving under Butch, but when I indicated that Butch
wanted something done, everyone to a man would look in Butch's direction, he'd
nod his head, and they responded without question.
Good to hear from you again Donny. How was Milwaukee?
JJ Pipitone
In my opinion, the best drum major I ever worked with was Kristy Spears.
JJ Pipitone
Jeffrey and Jane Williamson
OK, from a more emotional take on this issue;
1. Freelancers DM in 83--total entertainment and control
2. Marcia Hanson, Regiment 84-85. total class
3. Eric Short, Crossmen 85 and Regiment 86. The best technique and
"presence" on the field.
Jeff
LK25Kool
OK...
As an aspiring DM... I can not choose the best DM, but I can comment on
performanes that I have seen and admired. No one is ever going to be as great
and holy a person to determine who the best really was and is for that matter.
All DM's have intelligence ( OK... Excluding some!! hehe=) , dignity, guts,
pride, and several other admirable qualities!
1.) Bob Guinn Madison Scouts 97
2.) Kristy Spears Phantom Regiment 95-97
3.) Jason Hamilton Phantom Regiment 97
4.) George N. Parks Reading Bucanneers
5.) James Gulke Blue Devils
6.) "Wink" Caballeros
7.) Jonathan Miller Glassmen 94-97
8.) Scott Rundall Glassmen 97- Present
9.) Jenny Grise Phantom Regiment 96
10.) SCV's DM in 97
11.) Cadets' Dm's in 97... wonderful!!
12.) Pete Weber Cavalier's 97
Most of these DM's were taken from recent Drum Corp performances but I
personally admire all Drum majors for what they do! They are all talented in
their own ways! Good luck this season to all ....
Love ,
Leah Kortman
LK25Kool
Glassmen Drum & Bugle Corp
Contra Chic 4-EVER
SkyAlumni
On 11 Jan 1998 02:59:28 GMT
lk25...@aol.com (LK25Kool) wrote:
>6.) "Wink" Caballeros
WOW, you most be one of those "old-timers" I keep hearing about. <G>
Wink did march with Hawthorne but that was back in 1955 and it wasn't as DM, it
was as a soprano. As a matter of fact he is also a member of the ultra secret
Caballero society, "The Wetbacks", El Presidente, Ralph Silverbrand; Presidente
de Vice, Mike DelVecchio, and I have the certificate to prove it.
Wink was DM for the New York Skyliners from 1959 through 1972,..........But you
knew that.<G> ;-)
The Itkor's
What about Marcia Hanson... Phantom's OTHER hot babe major!
JJ Pipitone <j...@flash.net> wrote in article <34B83B...@flash.net>...
The Itkor's
If you're gonna talk about Madison DM's, no conversation could be complete
with out Craig Mason, Dave Beckman and Rob Waldron
MYNWA
SnareGuy3 <snar...@aol.com> wrote in article
<19980110173...@ladder01.news.aol.com>...
Imachimera
How can you not mention Alan Smythe (Interstatesmen/ Crusaders)? No offense
but I think Butch Anderson learned more from Smythe than he ever learned from
Wink.
Sal Chimera
AJLisko
> imach...@aol.com (Imachimera) wrote:
Sorry Sal - gotta disagree. Smythe was much more of the
parochial stand-up-very-proper style of majoring, such as
a Ralph Silverbrand. What Butch learned from Winky was
that impish style of celebrity that drew the crowd closer to
the corps they were watching. Butch was much more of
a musician than was Winky, but Winky taught him how to
transfer that talent into emotion - and then to channel
that emotion to the corps. As you stated earlier - no offense.
Andy Lisko
St. Raphael's/Bpt. PAL 58-68
NY Skyliners 69-81
Susan Zellea
Barry N. York wrote:
> Frank Jones wrote:
> >
> > Who's the best DM you've ever seen?
>
> There is no way to really answer this question unless you
> have marched in several corps. Then, you could only
> comment on those DM's.
>
> A drum major is responsible for getting the corps up in the morning,
> coordinating ensemble rehearsals during the day, getting the
> corps the daily schedule, making sure everyone is ready on time,
> getting the corps on the road at night, telling the corps where
> to sleep and shower, and getting the corps to bed.
> In uniform, they must represent the corps to the public and to
> DCI.
>
> This is not something you can see by watching them conduct
> a show at night.
>
> Barry
I guess I am a bit prejudiced, but in DCA my favorite is my own
corps' Jim Russo. He has won many awards, has been the DM for the CABS
for over 25 years and shows the spririt of our corps everytime he gets
up on the podium. He has personality and the respect of most of the
other drum corps members. There are so many good drum majors that it
really is difficult to single out just one.
Susan Zellea/CABS booster staff
Robert Glaub
Susan Zellea
Guess I'm a bit prejudiced but in my opinion, Jim Russo is one of the
best DM in senior corps. He has won numerous awards, has been the DM of
the Cabs for over 20 years and demonstrates the spirit of our corps. He
is a well respected member of drum corps and a great leader of our corps.
There are many others too numerous to mention who deserve accolades as
well.
Susan Zellea/CABS booster staff
Alg823
How about George Parks...
Madcym97
sorry people. kristy spears was jenny grice's sidekick, jenny grice was on the
podium all season until finals week
LK25Kool
Sorry Everyone... it was a mind lapse! I APOLOGIZE!
A special apology goes out to "Wink".. love ya!
Love Always,
Leah Kortman
I march somewhere!!
SkyAlumni
Leah,
I'm not sure if you are aware that Walter "Wink" Winkleman passed away Dec.
7th, 1997 due to complications suffered from contracting pneumonia. Everyone
that knew him loved him. He was that kind of guy, 1 in a million.
Good luck next year, where ever it is you march. 8-)
SnareGuy3
>sorry people. kristy spears was jenny grice's sidekick, >jenny grice was on
the podium all season until finals >week
Jenny Grice was also a good drum major. I liked both Spears and Grice.
Jason Lowe
LK25Kool
Yes... I did know the "Wink" had unfortunately passed on. He was a friend of my
fathers .. you know...all those elder alumni guys that have made this activity
more and more endearing! Anyway.. I do appreciate the post! Take Care!
"Wink"... may you rest in peace!
Love Always,
Leah Kortman
A Corp Member
Drillking
Remember Prof. George Parks?
Drillking
About Butch Anderson - I respected him upto a certain performance at Allentown
RDeschene
Like I posted in the earlier thread, re: this same subject, in my
opinion, the best, and most memorable, drum corps drum major of all
time will always be Joel Alleyne, with the Oakland Crusaders.
Sue