Metallica Marching Band Series
Videography & Editing by James Ryan Serpico
Metallica Marching Band: Boerne High School
In this dynamic performance highlight, I captured the energy, precision, and pride of the Boerne High School Marching Band as they bring Metallica’s music to the field. The focus was on telling the story of the performance with clear coverage of formations, expressive musician moments, and the atmosphere of competition.
What I Did
- Filmed the performance with a balance of wide formation coverage and tight performer close-ups.
- Edited for pacing, cutting to musical accents and transitions to keep the momentum strong.
- Color corrected for a clean, vibrant look and consistent exposure across the show.
- Refined framing where needed to emphasize standout moments and key visual beats.
Metallica Marching Band: Auburn University
This video showcases the Auburn University Marching Band delivering a powerful, high-impact field performance for the Metallica Marching Band Competition. I shaped the coverage to highlight both the scale of the formations and the intensity of the musicianship—creating a polished piece that works as both an archival performance record and a promotional asset.
What I Did
- Shot the performance to capture both full-field choreography and expressive detail shots.
- Edited with rhythm, emphasizing musical hits, transitions, and crowd energy.
- Color graded to enhance contrast and consistency across changing lighting conditions.
- Delivered a cohesive final cut optimized for YouTube and shareable performance highlights.