Loved this I have not been to DC since 96,that McDonalds the band went past brought back great memories took me back to the Million Man March in 95. Its crazy I haven't seen it since 95 LITERALLY to the day October 15th 1995 March was next day on the 16th. Crazy great video love Howard University!!!
John Barton hell yea , I remembered I had to teach that and you’ll think its nothing ,but it is you have to corporate confidence and picture story and also the ones who’s mediocre and I love it most the kids loves it and does it effortlessly.
I've loved this band for many years especially the old rivalry between Howard and NSU. I wish the Spartan Legion had made the trip to D.C. I like Howard's marching style. It seems different.
The drum corps dates back to the Swiss mercenaries . Drummers were vitally important during the American Revolutionary war too. There is a lot of history behind this .Even the head dress they wear is from that era . During the American Civil War , drummers were usually 13 years old on average and the first target for sharpshooters (snipers today) in battle .... This is because they were so important in battle . Those of us who have played football know it is a form of battle .
I wish HU still had they old marching style (bouce) and bring back standard basses and Tenors. Tonals are not working for me, especially playing Scandalous. Basses had no BOOM and The groove is lost without Tenor Drums.
@@jamilfletcher5727 they have been with this set up for some years now. They really need the Tenor Drums and the Bouncing 45's marching Style back. They march like NSU, very Stiff upper body.
Jayden Lindsey not really because DC has Unique Cadences that has a lot of Grove. Plus going by your logic, Hampton BCU Famu and A&T sound swac to you.
Yess ! That beginning !!! Now THIS is how we used to do it Old School !! Proud of you Howard for staying true to our tradition !!❤❤❤. That beginning is epic ! But the rest of the band leaves a lot to be desired. Music selection is drab and the band plays sloppy. They need some badass D.M.'s up front like Alabama and Jackson State and the majorette/dance team need to work on their counts. Need to employ a former J-sette or somebody to coach them.
@Of Miniature Stature I realize it can be perceived that way. It’s a personal preference. There is nothing wrong with gender specific roles. In the Black community, it is nice to see Black men leading anything in college other than sports. BM have become a minority on college campuses. If there is some way to keep them enthralled with college and that’s drum major well why not do it?
.... and all you guys out there .. if you think you are going to date one of those ladies in the blue leading the parade .. you better be in the School of Medicine there with a 4.0 .. or going into the NFL .. LOL
@@jrmode lol, I was like okay this is Howard they should be good. This is before I watched the video. After the video I was like they were sorry... I expected a lot more. I went to a HBCU I saw and still see HBCU bands all the time. I was so surprised they look like my high school. 😷😷😓
There is no reason why one of the top HBCU’s bands is this horrible. They have enough students enrolled at Howard to scrap up enough students to get a decent sized band. And enough money to give a few music scholarships. The chords sound empty too. They need a SWAC band director to take over and help them. They even did more chanting than playing lol
Its not the DIrector, The School doesnt put money into the Marching Program. They have Received a new BD this year as Mr Newsome had Retired. they have actually Gained insize since his last season last year. As for Swac, All HU BD's have been Jukes. I think the New BD was a Juke, if not, NSU.
Bamboy06 The new BD was from Southern University (as an undergrad). So was the outgoing director. And there is staff from Jackson State and other HBCUs. But they are keeping Howard true to Howard's style which is different (I get it) but nevertheless beloved by its own fans. Also note after about 13:00 the band was no longer on the parade route, just shortcutting to the band bldg for other engagements, so no real need to play. The parade continued on a longer route with all the other parade entrants.
This is the worst that I have ever seen Howard.the drum. major is terrible.they are walking not marching , lines are crooked the dance team is trying too hard.just doesn't look like the Howard of old
Sir, ma'am... they need help, as much money as they get and as many people apply there, they should be better than this... ladies can't get on count or beat; sour notes; the lining during the parade... it's all types of bad.
So damn sloppy y’all got Middle and hischoolers doing better than that I thought damn they finna kill it when I saw y’all get ready for to march but hell no it look like y’all had two days to do everything just sloppy and everywhere a very hot mess
I really love this band. Wow, they rock.
Loved this I have not been to DC since 96,that McDonalds the band went past brought back great memories took me back to the Million Man March in 95. Its crazy I haven't seen it since 95 LITERALLY to the day October 15th 1995 March was next day on the 16th. Crazy great video love Howard University!!!
Do they have financial aid? If so, I'm transferring right now!
Ken Limon yep, big time and pay for you to go to college and you can apply now to be ready for winter its not too late.
Nope, Howard can't give anyone financial aid cause of debt. They technically could but they have to give it to you after.
best homecoming parade ive seen, they got the spirit and the skills , good job
Love that "pissed off" look.
John Barton hell yea , I remembered I had to teach that and you’ll think its nothing ,but it is you have to corporate confidence and picture story and also the ones who’s mediocre and I love it most the kids loves it and does it effortlessly.
I've loved this band for many years especially the old rivalry between Howard and NSU. I wish the Spartan Legion had made the trip to D.C. I like Howard's marching style. It seems different.
Why Didnt my Nsu spartan legion make the trip.
@@midnightmadness
They dont travel with the football team anymore.
@@midnightmadness a lot of bands have limited travel funds. They do all home games + select away games
Biden/Harris inauguration brought me here...WONDERFUL stuff to see here!
same!
Very long march. By 15:30, I was really feeling sorry for everyone...
😅😅😅
It's a couple of blocks, they don't march the whole parade.
HU...I love.
Ayyyyooo! ❤️ #BisonLove
From Atlanta remember the days when Morris Brown use to put on a grand Parade, sad ending on the way back though.
The drum corps dates back to the Swiss mercenaries . Drummers were vitally important during the American Revolutionary war too. There is a lot of history behind this .Even the head dress they wear is from that era . During the American Civil War , drummers were usually 13 years old on average and the first target for sharpshooters (snipers today) in battle .... This is because they were so important in battle . Those of us who have played football know it is a form of battle .
Are the color guards marching as well?
Yes, in the rear of the band
so beautiful ..
I wish HU still had they old marching style (bouce) and bring back standard basses and Tenors. Tonals are not working for me, especially playing Scandalous. Basses had no BOOM and The groove is lost without Tenor Drums.
I agree. They just not bringing the fire for me. Is this a result of the new band director?
@@jamilfletcher5727 they have been with this set up for some years now. They really need the Tenor Drums and the Bouncing 45's marching Style back. They march like NSU, very Stiff upper body.
Then it’s just gone sound like swac drumlines a bunch a shoes in a dryer they just need to practice and get the tonals like nsu and Morgan
Jayden Lindsey not really because DC has Unique Cadences that has a lot of Grove. Plus going by your logic, Hampton BCU Famu and A&T sound swac to you.
Tomaz Hilton most definitely famu is a wanna be swac all day
Yess ! That beginning !!! Now THIS is how we used to do it Old School !! Proud of you Howard for staying true to our tradition !!❤❤❤. That beginning is epic !
But the rest of the band leaves a lot to be desired. Music selection is drab and the band plays sloppy. They need some badass D.M.'s up front like Alabama and Jackson State and the majorette/dance team need to work on their counts. Need to employ a former J-sette or somebody to coach them.
WesGriffin I can not that
My real hu for life
Always love the Young Black Ladies in High Heels 👠 and Sheer Pantyhose
💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿
Kan, Ahch, Kan
Finally, girls with the right leggings
Let's get it Howard 💙💓💙💓
Now thats the correct color for tights. Get a clue Southern.
Damn women marched with bands at u of Howard in wash dc
THE DRUMMAJOR IS TIRED& THREW👎
Tammy Troutman too threw bc he has no damn discipline and that’s disappointing in itself
He is a she actually
I’m not trying to be sexist but please Black people stop making certain positions unisex. The Drum Major should stay male.
@@whisper2284 thats the epitome of sexist.
@Of Miniature Stature I realize it can be perceived that way. It’s a personal preference. There is nothing wrong with gender specific roles. In the Black community, it is nice to see Black men leading anything in college other than sports. BM have become a minority on college campuses. If there is some way to keep them enthralled with college and that’s drum major well why not do it?
.... and all you guys out there .. if you think you are going to date one of those ladies in the blue leading the parade .. you better be in the School of Medicine there with a 4.0 .. or going into the NFL .. LOL
Why the band so small???
YALL HAD 2 DRY DRUM MAJORS FOR THE LAST 3-5 YEARS I CAN BE YALL DRUM MAJOR FOR ALL THAT LOL ... BUT SHE DRYER THAN A POPEYES BISCUIT 🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️
What do you say!! Choking on that biscuit.
I AM WEEEAAAKKK!
@@apachechief8559 that's Howard university I expected better from them not getting drum Majors from 1950 u feel me but yea my opinion I like Howard
@@jrmode lol, I was like okay this is Howard they should be good. This is before I watched the video. After the video I was like they were sorry... I expected a lot more. I went to a HBCU I saw and still see HBCU bands all the time. I was so surprised they look like my high school. 😷😷😓
There is no reason why one of the top HBCU’s bands is this horrible. They have enough students enrolled at Howard to scrap up enough students to get a decent sized band. And enough money to give a few music scholarships. The chords sound empty too. They need a SWAC band director to take over and help them. They even did more chanting than playing lol
Its not the DIrector, The School doesnt put money into the Marching Program. They have Received a new BD this year as Mr Newsome had Retired. they have actually Gained insize since his last season last year. As for Swac, All HU BD's have been Jukes. I think the New BD was a Juke, if not, NSU.
Bamboy06 The new BD was from Southern University (as an undergrad). So was the outgoing director. And there is staff from Jackson State and other HBCUs. But they are keeping Howard true to Howard's style which is different (I get it) but nevertheless beloved by its own fans.
Also note after about 13:00 the band was no longer on the parade route, just shortcutting to the band bldg for other engagements, so no real need to play. The parade continued on a longer route with all the other parade entrants.
bamboy06 they have a SWAC Director.
@@jaye4856 No, they have a Wack Director!
Stfu whomever you are. Your ass ain't out there playing. It's always the no lives that always got something to say.
Look like a high school band
i need to see the high school bands ur watching then
(❤️)
More fun as NSU
😒😒😒
🤦these girls is a mess...
Band was great and the majorettes 🤔😬😬 ummm need help and half aren’t even completing the moves
This is the worst that I have ever seen Howard.the drum. major is terrible.they are walking not marching , lines are crooked the dance team is trying too hard.just doesn't look like the Howard of old
You March like you walk. They are doing it right
What do you mean the dancers trying too hard?
@@isaiah1975 You march like you practice.
Sir, ma'am... they need help, as much money as they get and as many people apply there, they should be better than this... ladies can't get on count or beat; sour notes; the lining during the parade... it's all types of bad.
Then won't you come teach them then.
Money where?
So damn sloppy y’all got Middle and hischoolers doing better than that I thought damn they finna kill it when I saw y’all get ready for to march but hell no it look like y’all had two days to do everything just sloppy and everywhere a very hot mess