"Bugle"
A stripped down trumpet, keyed in G, with enough power to penetrate
gunfire, stampedes, explosions, and yes, even boredom!
Seriously, we only play G Bugle horns. This means that the horns are pitched in the Key of G, not B flat or F like marching or concert style bands. Most junior corps (membership under the age of 21) now use B flat and F instruments, along with some all-age corps. Most Alumni Corps like ourselves are staying true to our Drum & Bugle Corps roots and have no plans to switch to B flat and F horns.
Our G Bugles also have a larger percentage of conical tubing as opposed to cylindrical tubing. This allows the horns to be played much louder without sounding strained. Our Bugles are designed to be played outdoors and project in a way that most brass instruments can not match. Most of our horns are fully chromatic with 3 valves. Although, we do still have a couple of old 2 valve and valve rotor horns currently in use. We are the Florida Brass, formed in February 2003. Our mission is merely to enjoy ourselves at what we do best. Perform. We are a non-competitive Corps and at best, have a small drill. We only do parades, exhibitions and special events with the membership voting on every performance. No illegal drugs are tolerated as well as improper conduct or abusive language.. Our membership is open to any qualified performer regardless of age. Any candidate under 18 must be screened by an instructor or Section head, as to experience, talent level and ability. We accept members without bias toward race, color, religion, gender, national origin or sexual preference.
We are actively seeking applicants for Brass, Percussion, Honor Guard, and Ensemble Guard. Interested? If so, apply here by completing an application form. |
