Celebrating 30 years of the James Madison University Marching Royal Dukes. Features footage from the 2001 season (including the MRD's first performance after September 11) and Sousa's "The Thunderer" as performed by the MRDs in 1998.
Higher resolution version available at:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=2270316157506104495
Shot and edited by MRD alum and JMU video producer Nathan Marsh ('01).
Nice work. MRD Drumline 82-86. Brought a tear to my eye. Great times. Thanks.
ludwigsolo 3 years ago
1972 Grad of JMU - MMEd. So proud!!
SarasotaSuzuki 3 years ago
I also was in the band my freshman year... 2000, the year before this video. :( Didn't do it in 2001. But awesome experience.
cmdoduck 3 years ago
Very cool video! I was an MRD my first two years at JMU in '82 and '83 (those were Pat Rooney's first two years at JMU also). I was in a so-so band in HS, so being an MRD was a huge thrill, especially getting to perform halftime at the NFC championship game in DC. Looking back I wish I had marched my last 2 years also but didn't think at the time I could swing it with my course load. Anyway I have lots of great memories of MRD and JMU and wish I could relive them all over again! GO DUKES!!
steveandamy92 3 years ago
Once an MRD, always an MRD. This brings back some amazing memories... I marched 5 seasons, 1994-1999... Great times!
jmuzic99 3 years ago
I was there from 86 to 01, what a great experience. Pontiac Silverdome was a great trip!
jazzkenpo 3 years ago
I was part of the RMD in 1980-81 and just wish they had a shot of the purple uniforms we wore!! But this is a wonderful video and I'm proud to be an alumnus of RMD!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chooie13 3 years ago
That's the first time I have ever heard that performed at that tempo. I think I like it !! Nice job Dukes !
buttongod 4 years ago
This is why I'm proud to be an MRD.
ViaInfinito8807 4 years ago
This...is why JMU and the MRDs have remained in my heart the last 9 years. Virginia's finest and America's favorite!! Go Dukes!
thesturgills2001 4 years ago