Assistant Drum Major

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• Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
• Paygrade: E-8
• Reports Directly to: Drum Major
• Works Closely with: Counselors, First Petty Officer, Music Instructors

The Assistant Drum Major rank is exclusive to the Naval Band and carries the same insignia and authority as First Petty Officer. The Assistant Drum Major performes duties assigned by and in lieu of the Drum Major as a second classman, such as leading the band in parade formation when the Drum Major has been selected to march with Batallion or Regimental Staff.

Assistant Drum Majors are selected their third class year, through a tryout procedure in which all interested third class bandsmen demonstrate their proficiency in marching, directing, and commanding the band in formation. The third classman selected from this tryout is announced at the final band concert, and he assumes the rank of Assistant Drum Major the following summer, then proceeds to Drum Major as a first classman. Assistant Drum Majors are generally eligible for consideration for additional rank and responsibility before final rank is announced, but generally only assume the duties of Assistant Drum Major after final rank.

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