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The High School Drum Major
Training Program
at The Ohio State University

 
Edwin Tubby Essington, Drum Major 1921 Adam Prescott , Drum Major 2001-2002 Matt Bally, Drum Major 1999-2000 Dwight Hudson, Drum Major 1977 - 1979 Greg Eyer, Drum Major 1985-1986
 

The Ohio State University Marching Band offers an exclusive program for high school students to learn the Ohio State style of drum majoring.

 

About the Program
The OSU Drum Major is a unique leadership position known for its dynamic style combining speed, charismatic athleticism, and power. At OSU, the Drum Major blends both traditional and innovative techniques of twirling and showmanship in every performance generating great audience excitement and enthusiasm.

As a student in our program you will get the chance to learn the basics in drum major leadership/responsibilities, twirling, strutting and performance from the current drum major.


 

The High School Drum Major Training Program is looking for high school students who demonstrate leadership and athletic ability to join the program.

How to get involved
Should you be interested in being a part of this program, the OSU Drum Major(s) will provide the teaching and training. Training will take place on the Ohio State campus twice a week throughout the Winter, Spring and Summer seasons. There is no cost for the training, but students are required to buy their own baton.

Students may also take part in the Annual Drum Major Spring Clinc. This two-day event is held during the last weekend of April in conjuntion with the Spring Game. To learn more about participating in this event click here.

Registration for the 2007 Clinic will open in
March-April 2007.


How to Contact the OSU Drum Majors

1) Call The Ohio State University Marching Band, under the direction of Dr. Jon R. Woods, at
614-292-2598 (Tuesday and Thursday 3-5:30pm)
2) Contact the Head Drum Major (email)
3)
Click here to inquire how you can become part of the High School Drum Major Training Program.

This program is under the consultation of Alumni Drum Majors, Brian Berendts, Shelley Graf and Adam Prescott.


Click here to Meet the Drum Major Training Program Team.

 

 

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