That have focused on foundational concepts such as movement, rehearsal techniques,Īnd leadership development. Rams Marching Band have continued to attend remote classes throughout the fall semester In addition to the optional single-day productions, members of the Incomparable Golden Viewers will notice band members standing socially distanced across the field. Spread and masks with slits to accommodate wind instruments were provided to all students. Specialty equipment like bell covers that mitigate aerosol The Wells School of Music has been implementing for hybrid classes and performancesĭuring the fall semester. In addition to keeping the rehearsalĪnd recording sessions outdoors, the RamBand employed additional safety measures that Handful of elective single-day experiences involving smaller groups of students allowedĪ production like “Winter Wonderland” to be possible. Members of the INCOMPARABLE Golden Rams Marching Band at any point this season, a While restrictions related to the pandemic prohibited the live assembly of all 300+ GreenĪnd red flags, backdrops, and holiday trees on the field added to the production. The traditional band uniform, students arrived in festive holiday sweaters and scarvesĪnd were given custom INCOMPARABLE Golden Rams Marching Band beanies to wear. Outdoor rehearsal site that sits just next to the Wells School of Music. September to film their “Winter Wonderland” production on Matlack Field, the band’s Members of the band wishing to participate were invited to campus on a Saturday in We hope our participation also spreads some holiday cheer to the viewers Have been a consistent participant in the 6abc Thanksgiving Day Parade for many years,Īnd filming this segment brought joy to the Wells School of Music faculty, staff,Īnd students. Traditions," says Adam Gumble, the band's director. “Now more than ever, people are longing for the comfort and familiarity of holiday Of celebrities and special guests, music, fun, an appearance by Santa Claus, and WestĬhester University's own Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band. Up Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the 6abc celebration will include dozens That all changes on Thanksgiving Day, when viewers can watch the band in the 6abc Of football games, competitions, exhibitions, and parades, it’s been many months sinceįans of the “RamBand”, the only Division II band to win the coveted Sudler Trophy deemed the “Heisman Trophy of the marching band world,” have heard the band’s majestic Marching band alumni had to step in for those students who couldn't make it to the performance, and the ensemble wore green and black outfits that were provided by the Eagles.The Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band, long a stalwart of the West Chester UniversityĬommunity, has largely been silenced amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. But not every marching band member could be there because of the school's winter break, and the ensemble didn't have access to its uniforms, Gumble said. No one performed halftime shows at the Linc last season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Īdam Gumble, the director of athletic bands at West Chester, said that performing at halftime of the Eagles' playoff game was a "fantastic" experience. The marching band performed at halftime of the Eagles' 17-9 playoff loss to the Seattle Seahawks in January 2020, the last time the Birds were in the postseason. The ensemble, which is also known as the "Incomparable" Golden Rams, was the last band to perform at an Eagles' game. The performance will include the school's alma mater with an edit to include the Eagles' chant, Bon Jovi's hit song "Livin' On A Prayer," and "Fly, Eagles Fly" in a new arrangement. The five-minute halftime show will be a modified version of what the marching band does before every West Chester football game. Philadelphia Eagles collab with New Era on streetwear-inspired clothing line.Jalen Hurts, DeVonta Smith jerseys among best-selling in NFL after Week 1 win.The West Chester University marching band will perform at halftime of the Eagles' home opener against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Eagles' fans who typically use halftime for a bathroom break or to re-up on food and beverages may want to stay in their seats at Lincoln Financial Field this Sunday for a performance by a local marching band.