A/N: This is really random crap, but of course so is Marching band.
Things I learned in band camp:
Being snappy can hurt
Don't give Scott food, it will make him crazy.
If you do give him food, know that he will say some things that are really really weird!
When playing Sardines in the school, don't let people forget about you.
Be in the right place at the right time.
Always observe the suzi rules.
What happens in trombone sectionals stays in trombone sectionals.
Sock sliding is a good way to fill up your spare time.
Take five minute breaks every five minutes so that when the band director comes around, you can honestly say you're taking a break when all you're really doing is playing around.
Marching band is your family.
Live life like everyone is watching but you don't notice because you're too busy watching the drum major.
When Toilet Papering the trumpets don't let them know you're coming until it's too late…
Snack timejam session.
You can fit 12 chairs around the average cafeteria table.
Don't eat the yellow snow.
Wear dark sunglasses so the drum major can't see your eyes.
It is possible to sleep at attention.
Things I learned on band trips:
The best time for trying out your stand up comedy routine is at 2 in the morning
Saying pudding at 2am is hilarious
Know exactly how long it takes to get from the trailers to the stadium.
Make sure all your buttons are buttoned before going on to the field.
Have someone check all your buttons before you go on the field.
The best time to get advice from Seniors is on a bus at midnight.
I yell obscenities in my sleep.
Don't believe everything your section leader says.
When all else fails, do happy jacks!
Finals is the time for the final shake down.
If you put lotions on your hands then put your gloves on, your gloves will still smell like lotion two months later.
If you want to lose someone in the mall, make sure you are near the band director.
Don't drink Dr. Pepper to stay awake.
Get on the good side of the band moms.
Let the drum major blame you.
Don't call people nick-names given to them at 1 am.
A/N: In case you were wondering, Scott is my Drum Major. And the suzi rules are basically one main rule: When at competitions always hit on members of the opposite gender.