Section 4 (Drum Majoring) - Role of the Conductor Flashcards
when the band is on the march the conductors primary position is
two paces right and on the line from the first rank
what is the conductors spot called?
gutter guard
if there are two conductors where does each stand
primary (senior) 2 paces right from front rank
secondary 2 paces left from front rank
where does the conductor stand is the reviewing stand is on the left
left flank
what hand is the baton held in
the right
when does the conductor right arm swing
on the move and during gate turns
when does the conductor right arm not swing
pivot turns counter marches and mark time
what does the conductor do in a gate turn
remains aligned with the person on their left
what does the conductor do in a left turn
take two paces past the right files pivot point and faces to the left then realigns with the front rank as quick as possible
what does the conductor do in a right turn
halt on the signal, right face, and then steps towards the member to the left becomes abreast. half steps with the right file
parade rest position
baton in right hand with left over right centered two inches below belt buckle
who does the conductor salute with
the DM
what is the three count salute
1: on prep command present or hand bring hands together centered on the body. arms naturally extend, transfer baton to left hand
2. once the baton is transferred immediately return hands to attention
3. on command arms or salute execute hand salute
what is the three count for arms or two
- bring the right hand down as in the position of attention
- transfer baton to the left hand
- return to position of attention
when inspection of the troops happens the conductor does what
salutes band continues
