What may be used to play 'To The Color' during retreat?

• A. Drum and Bugle Corps
• B. Bugler
• C. Recorded Music
• D. All of the Above

Answer: (D)

During retreat, To The Color can be performed in several ways, as long as the ceremony is properly signaled and dignified. A lone bugler provides the traditional, authentic bugle call that many ceremonies rely on. A drum and bugle corps can deliver a full ceremonial arrangement, using bugles and percussion to accompany the flag retreat. When a live musician isn’t available or for consistency across many events, recorded music can be used to accompany the ceremony. Because each method serves the same ceremonial purpose and is commonly authorized, all of the above is correct.