baton twirler
Marching band performer
A baton twirler is someone who performs the skill of spinning and tossing a metal rod as a form of entertainment or competition, typically accompanying marching bands or performing in parades and pageants.
The activity combines elements of dance, gymnastics, and precise coordination: The baton twirlers led the homecoming parade.
- majoretteBaton-wielding parade performer
- paradeCeremonial public procession
- marching bandMobile musical ensemble
- sequinsSmall reflective fabric ornaments
- leotardTight one-piece garment
high kicks · halftime · halftime show · pom poms · spin · toss · silver · glitter · cheerleader · routine · competition · dance · uniform · white boots · football field · strut · sparkle · pageant
- parade performersdrum major, majorette, color guard, flag bearer, drummer
- paradesparade, marching bands, parade floats, floats, parade float
- spinners & twirlersmajorette, fire spinner, plate spinner
- flow artistshoop dancer, fire spinner, hula hooper, fan dancer, fire dancer
- festival peoplefestivalgoer, performer, attendee, vendor, volunteer
- pageantsbeauty pageant, beauty pageants, beauty queen, beauty queens, contestant
performance role in marching/parade context
baton twirlerdrummer
One who keeps rhythm
tuba player · percussion section · color guard · flag bearer