Personal Narrative: Marching Band At Cherokee County

In my small town of Centre, Alabama, I had no pride. I did not think our school had amazing programs or good representatives at events. All this changed when I joined the high school marching band. We practiced hard and worked without stopping. I soon realized that Cherokee County has pride in at least one program, their marching band. The building for our band lies beside our football field, the spectacle of the campus. The small band building looks small compared to the large field, but shines just as bright to those who understand its value. It’s brick exterior is painted with the colors of our school and the words “CCHS Marching Band.” Behind the flat building lays a field with small lines and often soccer goals. The field helps both the soccer team and band by proving a place to practice our art. By the field beyond the tall iron fence is the road in front of the school. A small part of the road runs around the field but it mostly runs past the two monuments and to the main road into town. Many people do not see …show more content…
The ceiling of the building is high, with checkered floors. Chairs always stay in the curved lines around that main stand where our band director sits. Each chair has a partner stand or two chairs may share a stand. A banner reading “MARCHING WARRIORS” hangs in front of small bookshelf unit adding to the pride of being a warrior. Instrument cases and people’s personal belongings stay on the shelf, patiently waiting their owners to return.
Mr. Moore’s (our band director) office lies in the far end of the building. It sits back into the wall like a cave where a huge bear lingers in waiting for his prey. His office has a cozy feeling with its large desk and cramped space. This is because of the treasures piled around in the office: old pictures, his own instruments, Valentines and Christmas gifts, and even a snack or two. Either way his office is a welcoming sight in its own