RANCHO CUCAMONGA BAND AND COLOR GUARD

Also known as the "battery," this ensemble provides the rhythmic foundation for the Rancho Cucamonga Marching Cougars (RCMC). It includes snare drums, tenor drums, and bass drums.

 

A separate front ensemble—often referred to as the "pit"—features larger, stationary instruments such as mallet percussion (including marimbas, vibraphones, and xylophones), auxiliary percussion (such as timpani and concert bass drum), and electronics (including synthesizers, electric bass, and electric guitars).

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Fun Fact: In 2025, members of our Drumline joined the RCHS Dance Team in competition and helped bring home top honors!

Unlike the outdoor marching band, Winter Percussion or Winter Drumline performs indoors (auditoriums, gymnasiums, arenas) showcasing intricate drumline routines and theatrical storytelling. 

 

It includes both the battery (snare, tenor, and bass drums) and front ensemble (mallet instruments, auxiliary percussion, and electronics).

 

Band members who are not normally part of the Drumline are encouraged to audition for the visual ensemble of Winter Drumline/Percussion.

 

RCMC's competitive group challenges performers to push the limits of precision, creativity, and showmanship during the winter season.​​​​