Sam, who is a student at Long Road sixth from college, Cambridge and studying Sport (National Diploma) has been a Cadet with Cambridgeshire Army Cadet Force for over 4 years and a member of the Corps of Drums since he started. At the National Drum Major Competition, which took place during the cadet music concentration held at Longmoor in October last year, Sam was placed runner up in a competition that was of an exceptionally high standard and very close scoring. Having achieved the highest star level in his training he is now able to teach junior cadets. The main instrument’s he plays are the side and bass drum with some experience playing the bugle.

 

The appointment of Drum Major is a considerable achievement and the highest position in cadet music. As Drum Major and equipped with his mace Sam will now lead the Corps of Drums on parades and displays throughout the year. Speaking of the appointment he said “I was not expecting to get such a high placing in the National Drum Majors Competition so that was a great surprise. To now be the cadet Drum Major for Cambridgeshire Army Cadet Force is just amazing and I am delighted to receive this appointment. Of all the things that are planned for this year I am most looking forward to taking part in the Cadet150 Parade taking place in London. The Parade will include cadets from all over the UK marching down the Mall which will be followed by a garden party at Buckingham Palace.  As this is my last year in cadets and it being the 150^th year of the Army Cadet Force this is going to be a year I will remember for the rest of my life.”

 

For more information on the Corps of Drums call 01223 862949