To add fun and build a welcoming atmosphere, the members participated in spirit activities such as Duct Tape Day, Decade Day, Superhero Day, and Flag Day. Freshman loved the spirit days. "It was so much fun. I bonded with the other drummers and it made me feel like I was really apart of the band," commented Freshman Josh Longerbeam.
The band has 75 members, 16 of which are seniors. The dance team is composed of 11 members, 3 of which are seniors. The band and dance team are led by Senior Drum Major Ronnie Johnson. The drumline is led by Senior Drum Captain Zac Clevenger.
The theme of the band’s field show is MP3 Shuffle. It includes the songs "Animal" by Neon Trees, "Dynamite" by Taio Cruz, "4 Minutes" by Madonna and Justin Timberlake, "All the Small Things" by Blink-182, and also a solo by the drumline. They perform the field show during half time of all of the home football games and the Bridgeport and North Marion away games.
Drum Major Ronnie Johnson enjoys leading the band in front of his fellow Byrd fans. "I cherish every performance in front of the RCB fans. I love knowing the band I conduct excites and provides spirit to the fans. The experience is amazing, and I’m proud to lead this band," remarked Johnson.
The band not only prepares a field show, but a march which they perform during parades. They will be marching in four local parades and one in Elkins, WV, at the Mountain State Forest Festival. The band’s march and field show will compete with other bands in the state and judged by professionals. The also perform their field show at the Liberty Band Spectacular at Hite Field and the Fairmont Band Spectacular at East-West Stadium in Fairmont. Later in the school year, the band will be judged on two symphonic pieces at the Band Festival held at Bridgeport High School, and the dance team will compete in various competitions.
The Band and Dance Team are conducted and coached by Mr.Grubb, Mr.Friend, and Mrs.Marozzi, respectively. Kyndra Lantz
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