6 Things You Missed From WGI Trumbull Percussion Regional

Six things you may have missed from the WGI Trumbull Percussion Regional in Trumbull, Connecticut, on Saturday.

Mar 7, 2017 by Michael Gilley

6 Things You Missed From WGI Trumbull Percussion Regional

By Kelly Driscoll

There was no shortage of memorable moments at the WGI Trumbull Percussion Regional in Trumbull, Connecticut, on Saturday and below are some notable examples:

1. Snow Day!

In their production, "Below Zero," the students of Fair Lawn High School's indoor percussion ensemble let it snow, not only emphasizing the joys of winter but also the hardships of weather below freezing. The performance was followed by a parade of parents with handheld vacuums to remove any accumulated "snow."

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2. No Shoes, No Problem

While most ensembles carefully choose the type and color of their marching shoes, Salem High School from Salem, New Hampshire, got rid of the problem altogether by performing barefoot. Presenting their show, "Around the Corner," both the front ensemble and marching battery braved the cold gym without shoes, proving that footwear might not be necessary.

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3. Tenor/Snare Switcharoo

Everett High School from Everett Massachusetts, showed off the versatility of their battery members by switching their snare drummers to tenor drums for a feature. In the middle of the technology-based show, "Ghosts in the Machines," the two snares suddenly multiplied to four! The surprise was possible thanks to an expertly placed curtain and talented students.

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4. Marching Triangles

For their show, "Ding," Bayonne High School's snare line pulled off an entertaining feat: marching triangles alongside the rest of the battery. While their show also relied on bells, the telltale sound of the triangle cut through the block. This surprise twist surely got the audience's attention, as no one was expecting to see a line of triangles marching across the floor.

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5. Cymbal Player's Busted Wrist

Despite an obvious injury to her wrist, Westhill High School's cymbal player kept on marching. Using only a left cymbal to mimic the motions of playing and visuals, she kept up the pace and even was a featured dancer.

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6. Six Flags guy cameo

For any '90s kid or adult, what's more iconic than the bald, bespectacled Six Flags guy? Dartmouth High School's scholastic world ensemble gave the audience the ultimate throwback during their pre-show. One member, adorned in the recognizable mask, danced with another battery member to get the audience laughing.

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