Dartmouth vs. UNH, 9/22/01 (Home)

And Now, the Dartmouth College Marching Band........

(Do not run out in random fashion as usual, but march out formally in good alignment in three company fronts)

Band Downfield to DT1, random cheers, admiring sighs of ’05 girls, etc.

We have lost friends and family. Sisters and brothers. Those that we looked upon and thought “They will be with me forever.” In such times grief and mourning are natural responses. The DCMB would like to take a moment today to honor those killed in the attacks of September eleventh by playing the national hymn "America, the Beautiful"  Please stand and join us by singing with pride as we salute our great country.

(The quotes have been eliminated because they do not fit with the format designed for the pre-game and halftime memorial as planned by the DCAD)

Band forms (USA?, concert formation? a flag?) and plays America, the Beautiful.

Run to first  show formation

And now, the only band in the Ivy league that’s as tough as the football team, and twice as jocular, the Dartmouth College Marching Band!

It’s the beginning of another fall, a time when so many exciting changes are occurring at Dartmouth. The administration has redefined the meaning of housing with an architectural grace not seen since the sixties, in a triumph of free-market economics, the D has proven that you really do get what you pay for, and eight Webster Ave. continues to set new records in air conditioning bills for an uninhabited building. But is one thing at Dartmouth that is as timeless as the seasons: fashion. In the interest of our own social options the DCMB presents our favorite fashion tips.

Remember: there’s no need to wear makeup unless you’re going to the gym, that’s where all the people you want are anyhow.

Going to class? Express your academic zeal with the perfect outfit. Worn-in jeans and a T-shirt.

Going to a party? Let everyone know what you’re after with the perfect outfit: Worn-in jeans and a T-shirt.

And finally: Be sure to wear your ’05 T-shirt at all times so that upperclassmen know who might need a little help and guidance.

Watch now as the DCMB forms our favorite fashion accessory and plays Hawaii ’05.

Form something [Freshman wearing 05 shirt?] and play Hawaii 5-0.

With all of the information heaped upon freshman during orientation, it can sometimes be difficult to sort out the lies from the facts. Therefore, the DCMB has done the thinking for you:

Myth: You are the most talented and diverse class ever.

Fact: Most of you can’t do laundry or screw in a light bulb.

Myth: The hinman boxes are in the hop.

Fact: Anyone who has in the river knows that they are actually in Hinman.

Myth: Your UGA is trying to help you.

Fact: Most are psych majors trying to manipulate your mind for class credit.

Myth: “Want to check blitz in my room?” is a sketchy pick up line.

Fact: Upperclassmen really do have your best interest at heart. They simply don’t want to see an confused ’05 girl get picked up on her way home. Feel free to check blitz in his room as often and willingly as possible. Especially if he’s in the band.

Myth: You should get involved in as many campus organizations as possible.

Fact: Joining the band is quite sufficient.

Watch now as the band forms [something? Demosthenes’ lantern?] and plays the legends of Dartmouth.

Play Legend of Zelda

Thank you for joining us today and be sure to come back next week when the Big Green trounces those bickering UPenn Quakers.

Band Off-field.