Drum Corps

DRUM MAJOR’S PARADE CANE Pear-shaped head in EPNS or sterling silver, mounted with regimental or unit badge, hardwood cane, plaited chain and steel shod ferrule, finished in malacca colour or black finish. DRUM MAJOR’S STAFF (MACE) The Drum Major’s Staff was introduced into the British Army in the 18th century. The staff is not simply a designation of authority but is used by defined drill movements to signal commands to the Band. Drum Majors’ Staffs are made to order. It is customary for the regimental Staff to carry the Regimental or Unit title, Badge, Devices and on occasions Battle Honours, inscribed around the head. The Staff is fashioned from base metal or Sterling Silver, finished in silver plate or gold gilt. Best quality real Malacca canes are fitted. The average length overall of a Staff is 58 inches. The ceremonial Drum Majors Mace is seen as a symbol of music and military discipline around the world. Generally a mace is used in giving signals and commands while marching. Maces feature an impressive large head with raised facets in brilliant chrome surmounted by a crown. Bugle Major/Drum Major Parade cane, complete with plain, nickel plated, shaped cap, collar with plaited chain and ferrule. The position of Drum Major originated in the British Army with Corps of Drums in the 1600’s. Traditionally, a military Drum Major would be responsible for defending the drummers and bandsmen whilst maintaining the discipline, dress standards and choreographed marching movements for all Corps of Drums members. The Drum Majors position is earned and he or she is held in very high regard. Sometimes upon retirement the drum major would be presented with his mace as a keepsake and commemoration of their service.