Better Marching Band Strap
Applied Technology
Hermina Redman
- Grade:
- 7
- Teacher:
- Alexandria Vaughn
1. What is your project about? Designing a better marching band strap for a tenor saxophone. 1. Why did you choose this project? I chose this project because sometimes I struggle to march and play at the same time during a marching band game. 1. What was your result/ overall conclusion? I did create a strap that makes marching while playing more bearable at least when I use it. Others have not. 1. Why is your project important? This project is important because making good music is important to me and a lot of others. This project helps with that.
Your Better Marching Band Strap project impresses with in-depth research on saxophone acoustics, embouchure, and harnesses, iterative design methodology featuring three evolving prototypes with duct tape and adjustable elements, meticulous execution through tuning and loudness testing with online tools and data tables, creative hand strap innovation for enhanced stability and tone consistency during marching, and organized presentation including sketches, procedures, and reflective evaluations – keep innovating, young engineer!