On the Field from Denver, Colorado...The  
Blue Knights!: One Member's Experience
of the 1994 Summer National Tour
by Gregory M. Kuzma

    ON THE FIELD FROM DENVER, COLORADO...THE BLUE KNIGHTS! by Gregory M. Kuzma
    Category:  Non-Fiction
    Age Recommendation:  Grades 9+
    Release Date:  9/22/04
    Publisher:  iUniverse
    Reviewed by:  Carrie Spellman
    Rating:  4 Stars


    This is the story, in journal form, of Mr. Kuzma's first summer in a competitive touring marching band.  It
    appears to have been quite a summer.  From bus mishaps, to strange traveling and lodging conditions,
    instrument-related injuries -- the list goes on and on.  There are also random relationships, some fleeting and
    some destined to last a lifetime.

    This book will appeal most to people involved in marching bands.  More specifically, anyone who currently
    competes, or intends to start this kind of adventure.  It could provide a reflection of what you've experienced,
    or give you a good idea of what's in store for you.  

    What it did for me, one of the people who made fun of the band kids, was give me a newfound respect for
    anyone who puts themselves through this.  I was amazed at how much everyone is expected to learn in such a
    short period of time, and how hard everyone works.  And, how fast it all can change and you very nearly have
    to start over!

    In equal parts exhilarating, frustrating, painful, and funny, it seems to be an interesting life.