PsychologyAugust 13, 2026

hornline

HORN-line

Definition

The group of performers who play brass instruments within a marching drum and bugle corps.

Etymology

The word is a compound of 'horn' (from Old English 'horn') and 'line' (from the Latin 'linea'), referring to the linear arrangement or designated section of brass players in a musical ensemble.

In the news

The article describes how Carolina Crown's hornline earned the Jim Ott Award for Best Brass Performance, noting that fans affectionately refer to this specific group of performers as 'God's Hornline.'

Carolina Crown stands on podiums and sits on doors at 2026 Drum Corps International Finals

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