A Show’s
Sketch
The 1986
“Marching Dukes of Marlington’s” presentation is a tribute to the British
Empire. Their musical production begins
with traditional folk numbers and advance to famous productions from English-style musicals. They will conclude with
a stylistic British band classic.
Visually,
the color guard is presenting a very symbolic show. All of their equipment by its size, color, and
style have been carefully selected to represent a different aspect in the
English culture. The opening yellow,
swallow-tailed flags is taken from the northern providence of Scotland.
Directly from the royal family’s coat of arms, the “Heralded Lion” has been
silk-screened to this flag in the aggression position. It was chosen by the royal family not only
because it is the king of beasts, but also for its grace and beauty. It also represents dignity and loyalty which
we consider to be the very foundation of our musical program at Marlington.
In the early
periods of the British Empire, religion played a very important part in everyday
life. Religious symbols are represented
by the use of the lavender, purple, and royal blue banners displayed by the
color guard in our Thornbirds selection.
To close,
the Scottish providence flag is flown once again. The band now joins together to present many
different sights and sounds of England which include a tribute to the British
national flag, the “Union Jack.”
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