Drummies

By Alice Mann

This a long-term project, by South African photographer Alice Mann, explores the unique sport of drum majorettes. The images depict the aspirational subculture surrounding all-female teams of drum majorettes affectionately known as 'Drummies' The sport of drum majorettes has a long history in South Africa, becoming popular in the early 80s, but participation in the sport has since dropped dramatically. In contemporary culture there is a strong sense of nostalgia linked to drum majorettes; it is viewed as the pursuit of a bygone era. However, in many marginalised communities across the country, it is still taken seriously and is considered a highly competitive sport. For the girls and young women involved, being a drummie is a privilege and an achievement, indicative of success on and off the field. The notoriously demanding practice schedules are representative of the girls' commitment, and their ability to work hard.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1910401668
• ISBN13: 9781910401668
• Release Date: March 2022
• Publisher: Gost Books
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.7" x 11.7"