Drill Examples

Here are examples of my work both for bands and also possible ideas for others. Most of the bands that I have written for have been involved in UIL Marching Band Competition which is the competition organization for Texas schools. The examples below are divided up to show both the view from Pyware and from the actual competitions themselves.
Drill by Grades - Drill Examples - Gulf Coast Drill Design - Palacios - 2015 Les Miserables

Drill By Grades

Gulf Coast Drill Design can write drill for any size band at any competition level.
Live Examples - Drill Examples - Gulf Coast Drill Design - Industrial High School - 2015 Circle of Stones State Performance

Live Examples

Examples of my work as they were done by actual bands. The examples are from various competitions including UIL Regional Competitions held throughout the state in October and from the UIL Texas State Marching Contest held at the Alamodome in San Antonio the first week in November every year.
Show Examples - Drill Examples - Gulf Coast Drill Design - Pilot Point

Show Samples

Various shows from throughout the years which I would consider my best work. All of the shows were competition shows from various UIL Regional and State Contests. They are done in the real view Pyware format to give you an idea of what one of my shows would look like on the field.
Fun Examples - Drill Examples - Gulf Coast Drill Design - Seven Deadly Sins

Fun Examples

These shows were done during spare time to experiment with what the Pyware program could do. They are somewhat limitless in what could be done but a band could march to it as the limits are not past the best of bands. Most of the shows take a stock band of 72 winds, 10 battery percussion, and 18 colorguard. They could be easily modified to fit any size band.

About

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Sustainability

Gulf Coast Drill Design has been around since 2009
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Vast Experience

I have written drill throughout the greater Houston area, throughout the state of Texas, and all around the United States.
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Great Looking Drill

The company was founded because of a need for clean, teachable drills that look great.
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Music First

All drills done by Gulf Coast Drill Design are written the way that the sound of the band come first.
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Proven Success

Shows done by Gulf Coast Drill Design have done well at Regional, Area, and State levels.

What Do I Do

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Designer

I will write you a show from the perspective of a band director who has taught since 1994, at all levels, and in virtually all circumstances. It will be clean and as interesting as you wish it to be.
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Advisor

I will suggest things that will make the teaching of the drill easier (and even band directing easier).
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Listener

I will listen to your suggestion on what you would like to do. This is after all your show that I am merely writing. Any and all requests will attempt to be honored.
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Customer Service

I will make sure that you are satisfied with the product and beyond with check ins throughout the marching season, including dealing with rewrites.

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Gulf Coast Drill Design is here to make your marching program a success. Whether you need a difficult, highly competitive drill or something to please both crowd and students, I am here for you.

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Mike Murdock
Director of Bands, CE King High School, Houston, Texas

I highly recommend Fred Meyer as a drill writer; when our program ran into an issue with our current writer meeting deadlines on delivering drill, Fred stepped up and rewrote our entire opener in less than 48 hours. The quality of the writing was high and his efforts saved our marching show from having a…

Rod Rodriguez
Director of Bands, Stafford High School, Stafford, Texas

I have used Mr. Meyer’s drill writing services for the past two years and have been very impressed with the outcome of the show. He works really well with you to put together a show that fits your group and music. He understands how a show needs to look in order to get the most…

Bobby Mowles
Director of Bands, Edna High School, Edna, Texas

Gulf Coast Drill Design. We have used Fred for the past two years. The drill is effective, the design is creative, and the cost is amazingly affordable. We never have any issues with his work, and the movement is completely seam-less. Great product, and easy to work with. Thumbs up!!

Patrick Flaniken
Director of Bands, Ganado High School, Ganado, Texas

Until this year, I have written my own drill. This year, I used Fred Meyer of Gulf Coast Drill Design. Making this switch was the best decision I have ever made! Fred was patient and courteous with a first time customer. He took the time to find out the strengths and weaknesses of my group,…

Luke McMillan
Luke McMillan Music, Abilene, Texas

Fred is an extremely talented visual designer. His staging and visual presentation always make my music come alive in ways I never thought it could. He is truly top-notch and I highly recommend him.

Chris Brannan
Director of Bands, Mineola High School, Mineola, Texas

I have used Fred for a couple of years to design my drill and it is very teachable, makes sense, and is written to the level that I requested. Fred also delivers on time and doesn’t charge a ridiculous price which helps all of us band directors that teach at small schools. Another thing I can say is that…

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I am looking forward to writing your next marching show!

Email

fmeyer3@yahoo.com

Phone

(832) 627-3537