Drum Major By Profession, LLC

09/28/2026

Voyage ATL Magazine featured my story and the work we’re building through Drum Major Pros! I shared how music, leadership, and some hard lessons along the way shaped my commitment to mentoring young people and creating opportunities in the band community.

Much love to my brother and business partner, Fredrick Scooter DunbarFredrick “Scooter” Dunbar, and everyone who has supported this journey. Thank you to VoyageATL for the opportunity to tell our story. Take a moment to read and share it!

Heighten. Honor. Highlight.
For Bandsmen, By Bandsmen.

Read the VoyageATL interview⁠

09/05/2026

WILL YOU BE THERE?!?… WE’RE ON THE WAY!
Drum Major Pros is proud to be an Official Media Partner for the 2026 HBCU Labor Day Classic: Battle of the Bands & Fan Fest Weekend!

Tomorrow, we’ll be in the building doing what we do best — HEIGHTENING. HONORING. HIGHLIGHTING. HBCU band culture from the field to the stands!

📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium | Jackson, MS
📅 Sunday, September 6
⏰ 7:00 PM

If you see the Drum Major Pros crew, tap in with us! We’re coming to capture the people, performances, traditions, and moments that make this culture special.

… WE’LL SEE YOU TOMORROW! 🔥

🥁 For Bandsmen, By Bandsmen.™
HEIGHTEN. HONOR. HIGHLIGHT.

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09/02/2026

🚨 WE WAS OUTSIDE!!! 🚨🥁🔥

The 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge had ATL ON GO! 😮‍💨🔥

BANDS BANGIN’. 🥁
ALUMNI DEEP. ✊🏾
FANS LIT. 🗣️
HBCU PRIDE EVERYWHERE. 🔥

This ain’t just football.
This ain’t just halftime.

THIS IS THE CULTURE. 🗣️

And Drum Major Pros came to do what we do:

⬆️ HEIGHTEN IT.
🫡 HONOR IT.
📸 HIGHLIGHT IT.

HBCU CULTURE… AIN’T NOTHING LIKE IT! 🔥

BIG S/O to the Alabama A&M University Marching Maroon & White 🐶🥁 and the Howard University Showtime Marching Band 🔵🔴🥁 for putting that HBCU sound, style, showmanship, and tradition ON DISPLAY! 🔥🔥🔥

Two programs. Two traditions. One culture.
SALUTE TO THE BAND! 🫡🥁

📸 S/O to Witographe Ent for capturing these moments through the lens!

DRUM MAJOR PROS
FOR BANDSMEN. BY BANDSMEN. 🥁

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06/24/2026

Drum Major By Profession provides educational services, brokerage, and resources to All types of band programs. We are ambassadors of the band culture looking to heighten, honor, and highlight bandsmen everywhere.

Check Out This Recap Of The 2nd Annual Augusta (AUG) Band Headz Day. Courtesy Of Our Partners Vault Lyfe Entertainment Co!

https://youtu.be/QyM4VMbm9Rs?si=QgJ9zmhu8SlYKgoi

We Makin’ Moves 🎼

Recap Visual for the 2nd Annual AUG Band Headz cookout! Highlightin...

06/01/2026

BAND DIRECTORS:

Elevate Your Entire Program with Drum Major By Profession, LLC

Building a successful marching band requires more than talented students—it requires strong leadership, quality instruction, accountability, performance excellence, and a culture that inspires achievement.

Drum Major By Profession, LLC provides specialized support for the entire marching ensemble, helping directors develop well-rounded programs that produce confident leaders, disciplined performers, and successful student outcomes.

OUR EXPERT STAFF PROVIDES:

Leadership & Student Development

* Drum Major Training
* Section Leader Development
* Student Leadership Academies
* Character & Team Building

Marching & Performance Excellence

* Marching Fundamentals
* Show Style & Corps Style Instruction
* Field Presence & Performance Techniques
* Visual Performance Enhancement

Music Education & Instruction

* Woodwind Instruction
* Brass Instruction
* Percussion Instruction
* Sectionals & Masterclasses
* Private Lessons

Program Development & Consulting

* Band Program Assessments
* Staff Support & Professional Development
* Choreography & Drill Design
* Competition Preparation
* Recruitment & Retention Strategies

College & Career Readiness

* Audition Preparation
* Scholarship Guidance
* HBCU and Collegiate Band Exposure
* Leadership Portfolio Development

WHY DRUM MAJOR BY PROFESSION?

Our staff consists of experienced educators, performers, leaders, consultants, adjudicators, and marching arts professionals who understand the demands of building and sustaining successful programs.

We work alongside directors to:

✔ Strengthen leadership throughout the organization
✔ Improve musical and marching performance
✔ Increase student engagement and retention
✔ Build accountability and discipline
✔ Support staff development and efficiency
✔ Create a culture of excellence on and off the field

YOUR PROGRAM. OUR PARTNERSHIP. ONE MISSION.

Helping bands develop leaders, performers, and future professionals while preserving the rich traditions of the marching arts.

DRUM MAJOR BY PROFESSION, LLC

We Heighten, Honor & Highlight the Marching Band Culture

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HEIGHTENING LEADERS. HONORING EXCELLENCE. HIGHLIGHTING ACHIEVEMENT.

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

Congratulations to Mr. Andrews for being nominated for the 2027 Grammy Music Educator Award.

04/25/2026

The Blue & Gold Marching Machine wants YOU‼️
Auditions are open and scholarships are available.
Take your talent to the next level and march with excellence. 🥁🎺 Email Mr.Gist at [email protected]

04/15/2026

At Drum Major By Profession, LLC (Drum Major Pros), we’re gearing up to serve programs across the region this spring and summer with high-impact, culture-driven instruction and support.

Whether you’re preparing for camp, auditions, or competition season—we’ve got you covered.

🎺 Our Services Include:
• Drum Major Training (beginner to advanced)
• Marching Fundamentals (corps & show style)
• Leadership Development & Student Workshops
• Audition Prep (high school & collegiate level)
• Band Camp Support & Staff Development
• Choreography, Drill Writing & Show Design
• Music Instruction (sectionals & private lessons)
• Conditioning for marching performance
• Adjudication & Event Hosting

We don’t just teach…
We build leaders. We shape culture. We create experiences that last.

If your program is serious about growth this season, let’s lock in NOW. Spots are limited and filling quickly.

📩 Book us today
📲 Tap in via DM or email: [email protected]

Heighten. Honor. Highlight bandsmen everywhere.