This year marching band has more members than previous years, creating a new level of expectations for the band.

“I believe that this group will reach their full potential where most have not,” band director Jeff Moorman said.

Marching band’s member count has increased from last year’s 86 to this year’s 88. This is the first time in four years that the band has seen any increase in members. According to Moorman, this increase has resulted in many of the band members becoming distracted.

“At times there can be a lack of focus,” senior tuba player Sam Dalton said. “Because there are so many students and only a handful of directors, it can be hard for them to keep control.”

Dalton believes the rise is because middle school teachers are pushing band more. Some members claim that the increase in band members has improved moral and hope that the band will expand even more next year.

“I’m hoping that the band will grow next year,” drum major Aaron Johnson said. “I’m pretty sure it will.”

By: Scott Jones