Q: Describe your theme for this year and how it’s different from last year

A: Our theme this year is “Time Warp.” Basically, every part is a different section. One is timeless, one is running out of time and one is frozen in time. It’s based of the images of Dali,  like the “Melting Clock.” It’s different from last year because last year, our show was “Opportunity Knocks,” and our props last year were doors. This year, it’s just a tarp with an image of a clock. Music-wise, our music this year is more kind of weird, and it’s supposed to make it sound like time is twisting. All our music is fast this year compared to last year.

Q: What do you like about the them?

A: I really like the music in general. I like that we have the song “Clocks” by Coldplay incorporated  into it. Part two, to me, kinda sounds like the beginning of the “Twilight Zone” which I like. Just in general, I like the theme. I think it’s more fun than “Opportunity Knocks.”

When will you perform?

Our first public performance is the first football game of the school year, so the first Friday. So I think, at the speed that we’re going at right now, I think we’re pretty much set.

How will it be different from last year?

We’re definitely focusing more on the music this year and trying to make sure that every single member has their music down and moves at the same time. I’m hoping that our first performance will be better than last year’s. I’m hoping there’s more confidence as a whole, and I just want it to be a good run for everyone, and we can always improve after that. So there’s always room to improve.

What’s the hardest part of conducting this year’s performance?

I think being able to listen to yourself and zone out everyone else or block off everyone else, especially our parts in the pit. We have to play parts that are specific to us, so we can’t just listen to the person next to us. All of our music is around the place. It’s crazy. I think that’s been the hardest part for everyone.

What made you decide to do band?

I started band my sophomore year, and I regret not starting band my freshman year. Mainly, it was the motivation by one of my friends. She would always talk about band, and she would say how fun it was and how much of a family you have and how many friends you gain, and I was like ‘oh, that sounds cool.’ So I decided to join, not thinking anything of it, and I’m really glad I joined.