"Friday" Night's Alright For Fighting

Entertainment
By Paige Christensen

Husky Herald Reporter

   After returning from summer band camp, the members of Port Huron Northern Marching Band were ready to take on the half time show at Friday night football games. A fresh, new theme was suggested by the senior members and officially chosen by Mr. Senkmajor, the band director. The band students had plenty to say about this year’s music; Elton John.

  Senior drum major, Spencer Kohanov (’14), said “I like it a lot. I think it makes a good show, not just the music but also the different sets on the field.” Some of the arrangements he is referring to include: Funeral for a Friend, Love Lies Bleeding, Your Song, and Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting. The songs are accompanied by marching band’s color guard performance. Each member wears a vibrant tuxedo jacket with bold accessories to tie in the Elton John theme.

   Maddie Ringvelski (’14), one of fourteen color guards, said “I really like it. I think it will draw the attention of more adults.” The band members are excited to have a piece that appeals to both their peers in addition to an older crowd.

  Tuba player, Chris Wit (’14), had nothing but positive remarks, “I really like the Elton John theme. It’s catchy and it is really fun to play. The show has a lot of energy.”

   However, there is a level of difficulty to the set’s choreography. Maddie Ringvelski (’14) said, “There is a lot of starts and stops.” This makes it more difficult for the color guard girls to stay synchronized.

   In addition to the choreography, some of the music is challenging as well. Wit (’14), speaking from an instrumental point of view, said “Some parts of it are and some parts of it are not.” He went on to mention that it depends on the song and the instrument that each student plays.

  Marching band practices between six and eight hours a week to remedy any imperfections they may have.  Not only do they have to perfect the instrumental element but they must organize over two hundred band members in an aesthetically pleasing way.

    Next time keep an ear out for Port Huron Northern Marching Band.