Roswell, GA - High school bands across the Atlanta area are demonstrating dedication and artistry, with ensembles at Blessed Trinity Catholic High School preparing for both competitive performances and spirited support of school athletics. The commitment extends beyond musical skill, demanding memorization, precision, and a unified spirit from students.
These programs cultivate not only musical talent but also valuable life skills like discipline, teamwork, and performance confidence.Both the school’s full band and its drumline, “The Titan Battery,” are gearing up for a busy season, balancing rigorous practice schedules with game-day appearances and competitive events. This dedication reflects a broader trend of thriving performing arts programs within Georgia high schools, enriching the student experience and fostering community pride.
Blessed Trinity’s band is preparing to compete along with performing at all War Eagles football games.Students are tasked with memorizing 84 pages of instruction and 54 unique “pictures,” according to Band Director Aaron Schmitt.
“A performing ensemble is so much more powerful than any one of the members acting alone. There’s great power in cohesive unity,” Schmitt wrote in an email. He hopes the performances will entertain audiences, showcase student advancement, and highlight the commitment of performing arts students.
The “Titan Battery” drumline entertains fans at Blessed Trinity High School football games with a repertoire of over 20 “cadences” – rhythmic patterns rather than customary songs. The 16-member group must learn 15 marching formations, known as “sets,” for their shows, which can range from 4 to 10 minutes during halftime.
While the drumline prioritizes supporting the 10-game football season and any playoff appearances, it also performs during basketball season. BT Director of Bands brad Nelsen emphasized the group’s primary goal: “We exist to entertain our audience, so if we can put a smile on your face or a cheer in your voice, then we have done our job.”
