What a great discussion with four leaders of the West Point Band...the famous Hellcats! We chat about what it's like to be a part of this pretigious band and what they're looking for in their upcoming auditions!

A remarkable talk about a truly remarkable organization! Enjoy!

As we move to the back side of the muster season, this fun and lively episode talks about musters and some of our favorite corps. We'll give you a Deep River recap, what we're anticipating about Westbrook..and the boys give you their "Mt. Rushmore" of fife and drum corps. So as you make your way to the 2025 Westbrook Muster give this one a listen on the way!

It has been a good part of a year since the Bottom of the Glass boys have had a discussion. There is good reason for that and this episode talks about that candidly. This episode also addresses some very recent and very painful losses to the Fife and Drum Family. But as we all get ready to travel to the Deep River Muster (if that's what you're planning to do) there are plenty of lighter topics within this discussion. We hope you enjoy it and we are SO GLAD TO BE BACK. Enjoy!

Well, here we are. The dog days of summer. What a perfect opportunity to interview our very own Brian Watkinson! You may have seen him on the muster field, playing the bass drum so effortlessly beautiful. Or you might have heard his deep, sultry voice on this podcast. But, did you know Brian is an ex-DJ, ex-NYC traffic reporter...and an ex-con?!? You just never know who is around you. Anyway, Brian won't be with us at Westbrook, but enjoy this incredible discussion with one of our best!

With the muster season in full swing, the boys talk musters. Deep River is upon us, the Swiss Mariners are in the Northeast...so let's talk about the changes at DRAM with Berta Armstead and let's talk about the Swiss and Ancient Mariners reunion with PJ and Gus! Enjoy!

Join us as we continue our discussions on the "State of the Artform". This episode features a discussion between three of the best bass drummers in the business. Colin Mason, Jo Nazro and our very own Dave Loyal. A great chat whether you're a seasoned bass drummer or have never picked up a mallet. And our friend Mollyanne Harding stops by to discuss the upcoming National Muster! She's a blast to talk to! Enjoy!

Join us as we continue our discussions on the "State of the Artform". In this episode we speak with a fabulous group of junior fife and drum corps directors. The discussion is lively. We cover a lot of ground talking about how junior corps survive and thrive in the current State of Fife and Drum. Enjoy!

Join us as we continue our discussions on the "State of the Artform". In this episode we speak with the great Markus Estermann about fife and drum in Switzerland, how American fife and drum has influenced Swiss fife and drum...and vice versa. Markus is a treat to talk to and you're really going to enjoy this program!

Welcome to the Bottom of the Glass for the first episode of 2024 - our FIFTH SEASON! In this St. Patrick’s Day themed podcast we’ll discuss the State of our Artform.  How does the current state of fife and drum compare to preceding generations, and what should we focus on for the future of our hobby.

And enjoy some great music from Greg Bacon, The Bothy Band, Planxty, Silly Wizard and Peter Hollens. ENJOY!

Take a trip with us as we dig into the drumming life of Bill Bachman. From his books to his sticks to his pads and all the award winning percussion groups he's worked with in between, Bill takes on the ride of HIS life! What a life it's been with SO MUCH MORE to go. This is a fascinating chat with the Drummers' Drummer...the Great Bill Bachman!