Breaking a world record in Manchester

TheVision · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:27

I'm doing a charity drumming attempt in a couple of weeks time and I thought I'd post here to see how many of you kind people would like to sponsor me!

There's going to be 600 people all drumming at the same time at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham and the money raised is going towards the MS scociety.. a worthy cause I think you'll agree.

Take a look at my just giving page and that'll tell you some more!

http://www.justgiving.com/ross-taylor

Cheers people! I appreciate any support... Even moral support is good!

myp · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:28

What kind of drums are you going to play?

nickachu · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:29

I wanna do that!

However I can not afford to pay bills, let alone sponser you. Sorry.

TheVision · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:29

myp wrote:

What kind of drums are you going to play?

I would have taken my electronic kit but they can't accomodate those so it's a simple rock kit set up that I'll be taking. My Mapex kit which has done me proud for many a year!!

The Rev Owen · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:30

My mum has MS, so give him some money. I'll skip the middleman and buy her some flowers or something.

myp · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:32

TheVision wrote:

myp wrote:

What kind of drums are you going to play?

I would have taken my electronic kit but they can't accomodate those so it's a simple rock kit set up that I'll be taking. My Mapex kit which has done me proud for many a year!!

Are you all going to be playing the same song or just bashing randomly?

-edit- I could stop being lazy and read your page, but I'm not gonna.

TheVision · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:33

According to the Guiness book of records, we all have to play the same drum beat for at least 5 minutes.. Once we've done that, we go for the big finish which I expect will last just as long!!

Malabelm · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:33

I can't afford much at the moment, but there you go, chap

Wullie · **Joined:** 27th Jun, 2008 **Posts:** 6183

TheVision wrote:

There's going to be 600 people all drumming at the same time

Surely a hearing related charity would be more appropriate :DD

Make sure you take a decent set of plugs dude.

DavPaz · **Joined:** 27th Jun, 2008 **Posts:** 38651

My uncle has MS.

Bash one out for him would ya?

kalmar · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 13:40

MrDavPaz wrote:

My uncle has MS.

Bash one out for him would ya?

Perhaps some sort of drumming based sponsored activity would be more appropriate.

GazChap · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 14:04

My Mum has MS so there'll be some donation money winging it's way towards you shortly, squire.

markg · **Joined:** 30th Mar, 2008 **Posts:** 16632

As does my fiancee.

Very much heartfelt thanks from me.

And a bit of money as well.

TheVision · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 14:49

It amazes me how many people have been touched by MS. I had no idea it was so prevalent in so many lives until I signed up to do this event.

I'm glad I'm doing it and doing my bit!

Grim... · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 14:52

TheVision wrote:

It amazes me how many people have been touched by MS.

I shouldn't but...
Those are my initials :hat:

GazChap · **Posted:** Thu Jul 02, 2009 15:01

TheVision wrote:

It amazes me how many people have been touched by MJ.

Tasteless FTFY.

TheVision · **Posted:** Tue Jul 14, 2009 20:33

Yesterday I did it! Me and a ton of other drummers broke the world record for "largest full drum kit ensemble" at the NIA in Birmingham! Thanks tons to EVERYONE who sponsored me. I raised £270.54 for the MS society which I think you'll agree, is a great amount for little old me!

The day went without a hitch and very well organised for what on paper, should have been a logistical nightmare!

The money is still being counted from the day but I heard it could be in excess of 20 grand so a big round of applause to everyone involved!! I've put some pictures up if you'd like to take a look here

My sponsorship form will still be open for a few weeks too so if anyone is feeling flush, you can donate here

Cras · **Joined:** 30th Mar, 2008 **Posts:** 49244

Nice one, chap - well done.

DavPaz · **Joined:** 27th Jun, 2008 **Posts:** 38651

Praisebot has a hooman face.

AND a girlfriend

Dimrill · **Posted:** Tue Jul 14, 2009 21:52

Awesome beating.

myp · **Posted:** Wed Jul 15, 2009 8:01

I'm a bit fed up with this tubthumping.

Well done.

TheAlbin0Kid · **Posted:** Wed Jul 15, 2009 9:23

GazChap wrote:

My Mum has MS so there'll be some donation money winging it's way towards you shortly, squire.

Just give your mum the money direct, surely?

GazChap · **Posted:** Wed Jul 15, 2009 13:47

Yeah, 'sif. Mum's are for sponging off, not giving money to.

myp · **Posted:** Wed Jul 15, 2009 13:49

GazChap wrote:

Yeah, 'sif. Mum's are for sponging off, not giving money to.

Then keep the money and spend it on a new exhaust - everyone wins!

TheVision · **Posted:** Wed Mar 14, 2012 23:25

Yoink... Remember this world record breaking drumming attempt?

I've just found out that they're doing it again in July but this time in Manchester and are aiming for over 800 drummers.

Damn straight I'm going to do it again! Two time world record holder has a nice ring to it don't you think?

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