Division: 3
Level: 1
Influence: 16
Hometown: Summit Ridge, Colorado
The Summit Regiment is a powerhouse marching band known for its commanding presence, electrifying performances, and precision-driven drill design. Hailing from the breathtaking mountain town of Summit Ridge, Colorado, the band embodies the spirit of perseverance, artistry, and excellence—always striving to reach new heights in both competition and entertainment.
With a signature bold brass sound, a powerhouse percussion section, and a visually stunning color guard, Summit Regiment has become a symbol of dedication and innovation. Their performances seamlessly blend intricate musicality with dynamic movement, captivating audiences at competitions, parades, and special events.
Guided by their motto, "Rise Above", the band pushes boundaries each season, tackling ambitious music and drill that challenge both performers and spectators alike. Whether on the field under stadium lights or marching through the streets of their mountain hometown, Summit Regiment leaves an unforgettable impact with every performance.
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Movement 1: "The Ascent" (Opening)
Music Selections:
"Climbing Up" – Philip Glass (Minimalist, pulsing energy to represent the first steps)
"Rocky Mountain High" – John Denver (Brief brass fanfare as an homage to the theme)
"Danse Bacchanale" – Camille Saint-Saëns (Energetic drive, representing early momentum)
Concept:
Begins with distant brass calls, mimicking echoes through the mountains.
Pulsating rhythms build as the journey begins, with drill formations suggesting movement upward.
The energy of Saint-Saëns drives the excitement of the climb.
Movement 2: "Into Thin Air" (Struggle & Challenge)
Music Selections:
"Symphony No. 2, Mvt. IV" – Gustav Mahler (Dramatic, sweeping struggles)
"Eiger: Journey to the Summit" – James Swearingen (A cinematic, wind-heavy struggle piece)
Concept:
The air grows thinner, the challenge intensifies—represented by dynamic shifts in tempo and sudden silences.
Percussion features with aggressive battery writing symbolize obstacles in the climb.
The ensemble fights against the elements, with brass swells mimicking wind gusts.
Movement 3: "The View from Above" (Ballad & Reflection)
Music Selections:
"O Magnum Mysterium" – Morten Lauridsen (Breathtakingly still, reflecting the beauty of high elevation)
"Appalachian Morning" – Robert Sheldon (Warm, flowing lines depicting sunrise over the peaks)
Concept:
A moment of reflection after the struggle—serene, beautiful, and open.
Guard uses flowing silks in soft blues and whites, representing clouds and sky.
A slow, expressive brass chorale swells, mirroring the breathtaking sight from the summit.
Movement 4: "Summit Rush" (Final Push to the Top)
Music Selections:
"Firebird Suite (Finale)" – Igor Stravinsky (Epic, triumphant, and full of energy)
"Fanfare for the Common Man" – Aaron Copland (Powerful brass finale)
Concept:
The last push, overcoming all obstacles to reach the peak.
Drill forms tighten and spiral upwards as intensity builds.
Percussion drives the climax with relentless energy.
A final, massive brass moment symbolizes standing on the summit—victorious, breathless, and fulfilled.