I remember many years later in a High School Band comp watching the best state bad march by with a proud Drum Major at the front, mace in hand. I yelled out, "Looking great, just like George Parks!" In shock, she came right out of character and looked right at me. With a big smile at each other, we both knew what that meant. George, you were one of the greats in Marching Band and Drum Corp!
August of 1976, Westchester PA. Drum Major camp under George Parks. Eyes wide in wonder... He taught me how to throw the mace and that I did in High School for the last two years. Three best drum major awards because of his encouragement. He was the groundbreaker for Drum Majors and made the mace a cool manly thing. His energy just was contagious.
I went to the Indiana Music Educator's Association meeting in couple of weeks ago and our keynote speaker invoked the name of George Parks. The room got silent and I teared up, as did the girl next to me. We, two complete strangers, hugged each other knowing nothing more about each other other than that George Parks had impacted our lives.
If all who view these posting can remember the impact that one person had on the lives of so many the world would be a much better place. Take what you have learned from this incredible man and use it to your fullest potential as he did. You too can make a difference! With heartfelt sympathy to all who are feeling his loss.
Thank You!!!! I competed against George Parks and the Reading Buccaneers Drum & Bugle Corps (that's who is playing) and saw this many times. I just showed this to my wife and she was amazed. I 'm amazed that George could still do this routine and in shock that he is gone just a few weeks after he was at DCA to see his Buccs win.
been teaching with DMA since 1991 and I never got tired of seeing him spin that mace. No one like him out there ever. Thanks for posting this :) We'll miss this amazing man. With Pride!
"You know how there is a football captain, basketball captain, and cheerleading captain, just to name a few? You are a drum MAJOR! YOU OUTRANK ALL OF THEM!!!" George N. Parks. Rest in Peace. You helped me be the best drum major I could be and i still carry all the knowledge that you taught me..Thank you
I learned so much from this great man in four days. I was looking forward to when I could meet him again. His energy, positivity, and light truly touched everyone he met. Thank you, George N Parks.
Most sincere condolences to the Parks family as well as the Buccaneers Drum & Bugle Corps Organization, University of Massachusetts and friends. It has been my honor to have been a personal friend as well as competitor over many
years.
George was only 57 years old.... I'm still at a loss for words.
He so happened to be one of the greatest directors that music has to offer. Obviously you wouldn't know about Inspiration, Motivation, and the Dedication this man had to offer in all of the musicians lives. R.I.P. George N. Parks
I used the trick at 1:29 during my successful drum major audition at the University of Minnesota. Guess who I learned it from... Thank you George.
ntertainer333 1 month ago
What year was this DMA? it looks really familiar, but i dont think it was the one i was at haha. George was a great person :]
XXmoonangelX 3 months ago
With Pride <3
afigurl632 5 months ago
I remember many years later in a High School Band comp watching the best state bad march by with a proud Drum Major at the front, mace in hand. I yelled out, "Looking great, just like George Parks!" In shock, she came right out of character and looked right at me. With a big smile at each other, we both knew what that meant. George, you were one of the greats in Marching Band and Drum Corp!
tscottmorton 6 months ago
August of 1976, Westchester PA. Drum Major camp under George Parks. Eyes wide in wonder... He taught me how to throw the mace and that I did in High School for the last two years. Three best drum major awards because of his encouragement. He was the groundbreaker for Drum Majors and made the mace a cool manly thing. His energy just was contagious.
tscottmorton 6 months ago
What a boss!!!
hairymusic56 6 months ago
Nice i really wish i have met him, now that im drum major... RIP G.N.P.
djjp02 8 months ago
I went to the Indiana Music Educator's Association meeting in couple of weeks ago and our keynote speaker invoked the name of George Parks. The room got silent and I teared up, as did the girl next to me. We, two complete strangers, hugged each other knowing nothing more about each other other than that George Parks had impacted our lives.
DamascusSteelIndy 1 year ago
eyes WITH PRISE eyes WITH PRIDE.
boycrazzy1106 1 year ago
eyes with pride
amarajabara 1 year ago
If all who view these posting can remember the impact that one person had on the lives of so many the world would be a much better place. Take what you have learned from this incredible man and use it to your fullest potential as he did. You too can make a difference! With heartfelt sympathy to all who are feeling his loss.
kczajk 1 year ago
I attended this same DMA 4 years ago, this man changed my views of leadership, and definitely has impacted me to this very day. He will be missed.
ElGatoHorrible 1 year ago
I shot this video at DMA 4 years ago. He was magical with the mace. Behind the back catches, catches after somersaults, he could truly do it all.
MrSaxman226 1 year ago 5
Thank You!!!! I competed against George Parks and the Reading Buccaneers Drum & Bugle Corps (that's who is playing) and saw this many times. I just showed this to my wife and she was amazed. I 'm amazed that George could still do this routine and in shock that he is gone just a few weeks after he was at DCA to see his Buccs win.
JimFawber 1 year ago
This man changed lives. RIP
EYES WITH PRIDE
youknowyoulovekatie 1 year ago
Eyes with Pride =)
700Ezalb 1 year ago
thank you so much for posting this...it reminds me of is energy... R.I.P. we will all miss you dearly
LStevens123191 1 year ago
He will be missed.
bdcca 1 year ago
been teaching with DMA since 1991 and I never got tired of seeing him spin that mace. No one like him out there ever. Thanks for posting this :) We'll miss this amazing man. With Pride!
cuzinjen 1 year ago
I will never forget "eyes with pride" This is the man who started it all.
gamerfreak5665 1 year ago
Star Thought - Make your life worth living. GNP did just that.
DTSDrumm3r 1 year ago
"You know how there is a football captain, basketball captain, and cheerleading captain, just to name a few? You are a drum MAJOR! YOU OUTRANK ALL OF THEM!!!" George N. Parks. Rest in Peace. You helped me be the best drum major I could be and i still carry all the knowledge that you taught me..Thank you
cutesyredhead 1 year ago
From one of the greatest shows in DCA history. What a special talent, may he rest in peace.
fastone56 1 year ago
He will be missed by SO many people. He knew me when I was just a little kid... and has always been an inspiration. Eyes... with pride!
groundsofbklyn 1 year ago
all you need is a little perspective...
demonblond14 1 year ago
George Parks changed my life and inspired so many people. You will be missed by drum majors everywhere. Eyes with pride!
teresawright55 1 year ago
Eyes with pride for life! May George N. Parks rest in peace. He will never be forgotten.
Mrtechguy94 1 year ago
I can't believe he's dead. He seemed so immortal.
14music94 1 year ago
I learned so much from this great man in four days. I was looking forward to when I could meet him again. His energy, positivity, and light truly touched everyone he met. Thank you, George N Parks.
bassoonalto18 1 year ago
Thanks for the great words guys. Keep them coming
MrSaxman226 1 year ago 3
Wow!!! This is hard to believe!
Most sincere condolences to the Parks family as well as the Buccaneers Drum & Bugle Corps Organization, University of Massachusetts and friends. It has been my honor to have been a personal friend as well as competitor over many
years.
George was only 57 years old.... I'm still at a loss for words.
Godspeed my friend...
TennTux 1 year ago
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Who was this asshole? Why does he spin around a golf stick like a faggot?
mypeeweeloveshooter 1 year ago
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He so happened to be one of the greatest directors that music has to offer. Obviously you wouldn't know about Inspiration, Motivation, and the Dedication this man had to offer in all of the musicians lives. R.I.P. George N. Parks
Indiandy91 1 year ago
He was an inspiration to so many people and myself included - What an amazing, energetic, and influential man. All who knew him will surely miss him.
atrimpey04 1 year ago
** STAR THOUGHT-- Mr. George Parks, you were an inspiration.
bigc10a 1 year ago 4
RIP to a respected legend. 'Eyes: With Pride!'
berkshirecat 1 year ago
With Pride, with pride.
UCOMTPuga 1 year ago
eyes with pride...
ldelgado16 1 year ago 2