My nephew is a Royal Marine; my proudest moment was when he came home for my Mum's funeral, in uniform, and was one of her pall-bearers. (he had been overseas on manœuvres when Mum died and we didn't know whether he'd get home and be allowed out [covid] to be with family.)

This performance is already mind-blowing, but it actually goes to a whole other level when you know that this performance is not the result of months or even weeks of choreography and practice, but rather the Swiss I believe flew in to the UK just the day before, and the time to practice together was at most just a couple of hours. To me, the level you have to already be at to so quickly pick up a whole routine, especially one that uses moves entirely alien to the traditions of a Corps of Drums and not just confidently give such an important performance, but to do so with such flawless precision that you can't believe this is not the result of months or years of shared drills... Insane.

Top Secret Drum Corps is a drum corps based in Basel, Switzerland. With 25 drummers and color guard section, the corps became famous for its demanding six-minute routine performed at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2003. With its invitation to Edinburgh, Top Secret became one of the first non-military, non-British Commonwealth acts to perform on the Esplanade at Edinburgh Castle.

We Brits are so proud of our amazing military including the Gurkhas, they are our heroes . The best military in the world ! No offence intended just a fact .❤️🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸

The Royal Navy field gun race is a must see, Two teams trying to kill themselves in the fastest time possible. It will blow your mind!! Another great video Ladies.

*Before Everyone comments* We do know now that the Top Secret Drum Corps are not active military! Thanks!

My dad was a Royal Marine with both 40 and 42 Commando. My proudest, and saddest, moment was at his funeral, when the Marine Bugler played Sunset in the church. Apparently, he'd practised by playing at Margaret Thatcher's funeral the day before.

You should watch the actual performance they gave in front of the Queen at the weekend.

Being former member of HM Royal Marines Corps of Drums, I am thrilled that you love this. An insider piece of info that you might find interesting is that the white cotton gloves worn by the RM Buglers (yes, all members of the Corps of Drums are referred to as Buglers) make holding the white gloss painted sticks difficult. We used to dampen them with clean water in order to aid grip. It was okay in warm weather but it was certainly felt in cold weather or on a cool evening.

I was in the audience for this. Hairs on the back of my neck stood up then and now. As a RM veteran, have marched behind this band several times and am still lost in admiration of our fantastic band

*PLEASE READ THE COMMENTS BEFORE COMMENTING PLEASE* This was one of the Coolest things we've ever seen!! We could have sat here for hours watching!! We hope you will Like it & hit the Like button. Thanks for watching and we LOVE the Military!!

Not many countries does pageantry like the UK, its Unique, plus all the skills

glad you like it. The top Secret Drum corp are civilians from Switzerland, world famous. The Royal Marines Band Service also have other duties being military, so trained medics, plus all of them play at least two other instruments, plus, the drummers would have, in the past gone into battle to pass messages via their bugles! In my view, (I'm biased being a former Royal Marine Commando) our band is the best military band in the world.

Coordination at it's finest.

As a Sea Cadet drummer, I had the honour of being able to learn from and play alongside the Bands of HM Royal Marines, it was one of the greatest experiences of my life

Makes me proud to be British and I am so glad you enjoyed it.

The drummers in the white helmets are the Brits.

Out of this world awesome so so proud xx

Loved this. Giving a shout out to The Royal Navy here, a must see is the 'HMS Daedalus Mast Manning Team 1992 at East of England Show' This display used to be done onboard a ship but now it's done just using the mast so it can be seen around the country.

As far as I am aware the Top Secret Drum Corps are not serving military. They are a military style drum team. The Royal Marines of course are serving soldiers as you can see by the medals and ranks on their uniforms. Both are awesome though and I bet they had a lot of fun working together. I suspect the reason US Marine uniforms are similar to Royal Marine uniforms are for obvious historical origin reasons.

As pro drummer from England i teach same type of drumming and drum kit. Yhe royal Marines drum group use English drums made England by British drum co owned by Al Murray.

The Royal Marines started in 1664.

The Secret Drum Corp was The Queens favourite and she gave the UK military special permission to work and perform with them. They were also invited to perform for her at her recent jubilee as she enjoyed their show but also for respect to the history of the Switzerland 🇨🇭 heritage.

If you watch the guy at the ends, they are playing with one hand on each 2nd hit.. thats propper insane

Absolutely fantastic 👏 you certainly wasn't the only one with goosebumps.

They appeared together at Windsor in the Queen's Jubilee Pageant on Sunday. TheQueen was there and apparently she is a fan of Top Secret and they were there at her special request and the Marines mean a lot to her.

Royal Navy Field Gun competition at Earls Court..

I’m from the city of Portsmouth (Home of the Royal Navy) so was lucky enough to see these guys a few times every year growing up. Not uncommon to have our American friends visit the city too in their vessels 🇬🇧🇺🇸

Hi ladies, Top Secret Drum Corps from Basel, Switzerland: Back in the 70s, I was in the US DCI. Hitting the edge or sides of drums was not unacceptable. Stick twirling, spinning, tossing or tapping them together & on flag posts in rythym was unimaginable. These guys don't play drums. They play Art to an accuracy that's unbelievable for the complexity of their Drill & no others can compare !!!

Ans yes they were drumming each others drums

As an ex British service man the amount if times I used to be able to see the military bands play I never got bored and was always amazed by them

Hi Natasha and Debbie, glad you loved the video. I was actually one of the Royal Marine Drummers on that performance, and worked alongside my Swiss counterpart to arrange and choreograph. It was truly awesome to be a part of and I really loved and appreciated your reactions! Thank you. 😊 🙏🏼 Also of interest, I worked on the recent performance for Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee celebration between Top Secret and the Royal Marines. 👍🏼

Is there any chance of you watching What it takes to win the Victoria cross and The greatest raid of all. They are both amazing ww2 stories you will absolutely love

I really enjoyed seeing the marine corps, very special,gets us into the jubilee spirit

Goosebumps anyone? :>)

Motto of the Royal Marines Per mare Per Terram By sea By land.

Amazing choice of video Ladies. It was EPIC!!!!. They work so hard to get it right. They have kept us all safe in times of national security.

Thank you for sharing the talents of these two amazing groups! 🇨🇭🇬🇧🇨🇭🇬🇧🇨🇭🇬🇧#AProudTopSecretAlum

The folks from the royal school of music, down in Deal, are amongst the finest musicians and soldiers in history. Thanks for video.❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Wow great reaction ladies, there is something mesmerising about our old traditional stuff and I love that, our service men get the chance to show off like this and be enjoyed for there skills and not just war xx

Check out the raf red arrows in USA it's epic

I'm obsessed by this. Saw them for the first time at the Queen's jubilee and have watched them a few times since on KZfaq. The best!!!

That was spectacular girls! Yo, the drummer boys!!

When humans are clever and creative it makes you want to cry. I suggest you watch part of the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics, where you see a representation of the change in Britain from pastoral to industrial age. I always get emotional at the spectacular end to that segment. Watch it and you'll see why.

As a drummer myself I can confirm that this takes serious talent

The show was fantastic, but this, and the display from Azerbaijan were incredible and highlights. I was also blown away by the artillery carriage display and the speed and skill of the horses and riders. The Swiss drummers are civilians who drum part time...they have regular day jobs, which makes them all the more impressive. When they drummed with the British military drummers (The Royal Marines Corps of Drums) and integrated their routines with each other it was fantastic. They are one of the very, very few acts that are so good they have been repeatedly invited to the Edinburgh Military Tatoo despite not being affiliated or part of the Swiss military.

Thanks ladies

You should watch the rest of the show it was great

It all comes with loads of training and concentration. They must remain professional at all times especially in front of HM The Queen

There is nowt like watching and listening to the very best ...as a Brit ...our guys did good ..just love them !!

Thanks for this girls😃I had the good fortune to have seen the Royal Marines play live as a boy, awesome 😍

First time I've seen the Swiss guard drums although I have heard of them..thank you for introducing them to me..will definitely look for more of them..

I also second The Royal Navy Field Gun Race as something to react to!

I love your chanel, as a Brit living abroad(Austria) I love watching your take on all things Britain. I hope you both get a chance to get to Blighty and visit all the places that you review. Keep safe, and please keep up the good work.

Just Amazing, what precision. I would Love to see that Live. Another Topic That I think you would Love is The Royal Navy Field Gun Team from The Royal Tournament. They don`t do it anymore but it is just Epic in terms of sheer strength and Teamwork. Thanks for that one Girls 👍

A video to suggest would be the story of the unknown soldier performed by the Royal Marines band

Fantastic! you might also like to check out the - "Highlights from Platinum Jubilee Celebrations - Royal Windsor Horse Show 2022". Its on youtube.

In 2018 I was in the second row when the entire RM band were doing the thing 10ft in front of me 30 drummers. It felt fantastic as well as sounding fantastic.

These drummers are the best ever..yes years in the eyes every time I was them..

I’m an Ex British Soldier, I have a friend who is an American Marine, Deepest respect to your Father . I’m not sure if you’ve ever heard of the Edinburgh Tattoo ( from Edinburgh Castle) where members of the British armed forces and invited guests put on displays and demonstrations of their skills I don’t know if there are any clips on KZfaq as I’ve never searched for it before but you’ll love the military bands/ corps of drums…or maybe the festival of rememberence. From the Royal Albert Hall in London

Hi Natasha and Debbie, First of all I just wanted to say thankyou so much for the sincere words about the passing of the Queen. I am an english guy now living in Australia and was obviously following the ceremonies. Made me proud to be British. I too love the military processions, bagpipers and drums. My dad served in the military and been brought up with this. I was actually lucky enough to go to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. A dad and his lad trip. It was amazing. Will stay with me forever . I see you like the Swedish Military Drummers. I was lucky to see them aswell, what a spectacle. I've sent you a link of another one of their performances, actually at the tattoo..a must watch. You will be blown away..trust me. Other clips online show their drums and sticks light up but this one I have sent is on another level.. In addition to this, I have also added a link to a clip I came across just recently..It was of 90 drummers performing We Will Rock You...god I wish I was there..Thats one where the volume should be turned up... Well thankyou again lovely ladies and keep up the good work. I will continue to follow you.. ..Andy x kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7CGl9F-pq2tpGw.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nsWpmMaqssuWaJ8.html

You both have such enthusiasm, its very contagious. Really enjoy watching. subbed Love from the North-East England ( UK )

Feels me with pride every time I see this.. coming from a military family then marrying a Artillery man, it’s the best reaction you’ve done 😊

Top Secret are probably the finest civilian drum corps in the world - and the RM Corps of Drums probably the finest military one. They’ve performed together a few times, and it’s always a cracking show. Look for the RM drum and bugle display if you want a real treat. You might also enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a yearly series of tattoos at Edinburgh Castle. Always a great show, with mostly military bands and performers from around the world - and always a display by the massed bands at the end. If you liked this video, you’re in for a real treat.

And that's why I'm proud to be British 🇬🇧 So happy you guys enjoyed this.

Wow that was phenomenal 💕

thats why the ROYAL MARINES are known to be the best in the world we have had over 400 years to make perfection!

Thank you for your kind words.🙋🇬🇧❤️

I showed the locals this(Lesvos) and they reacted the same as you! Royal Marines history starts in 1664! Secret Swiss are actually civilians who got together and play brilliantly, I’m ex Royal Navy and I’ll always be biased……but Secret Swiss are something else👍

Super cool to watch. Thanks for sharing this . I very much enjoyed it xx

I could honestly listen to those drummers all the time... my goodness the precision involved is off the scale.

Swiss secret drum corps are amazing, best drum line you will ever see. They often perform at the Edinburgh military tattoo. They practice long and hard

Each Regiment in the British Army has a corps of drums. They were an essential part of war hundreds of years ago along with the bugle to signal commands on the battlefield. I was in the corps of drums in the Royal Anglian Regiment when serving and we did shows around our local area, but, this is something else and special. I love your reaction to it and your other videos.

Looking down the line from one end at the start is like looking at two mirrors facing each other lol

I was there at the Royal Albert Hall and saw this live. I played drums at school, (and it’s a bit like riding bike, you don’t forget!). Seeing this live was a massive highlight. The energy was incredible. The Swiss group aren’t military, but are an amazingly good drum line, (and have performed all over the world). The Royal Marines speak for themselves. Just brilliant.

Insane excellence and total precision! Wow.

Really glad you enjoyed this , could I recommend to you the Royal tournament gun race , you would love it .

My late Dad was in the Royal Marines during WW2 & he always said that the R M band was the best .... a source of some teasing from my Mum who used to say "All Bow" when they appeared anywhere ..... but we all came to realise (teasing aside) that the reason my Dad was so proud of these musicians was that they were serving Marines who fought alongside him ..... Hearing them still brings a tear to my eye - and I love your reaction 💖

Great video, enjoyed your reaction! Check out the British Light Division, Lots of bugle and drums with a unique style of marching. 🇬🇧❤️🇺🇲

Check out Beardyman at the BBC proms. Absolutely amazing!

I really love this, and never tire of watching them. Great stuff!! 🇬🇧

That was amazing! Always had a genuine respect for the Band of The Royal Marines but I have to say,the Swiss Secret Drum Corps were also uniquely entertaining too. Some unbelievably talented musicianship on display from all concerned. What a find! Thank you so much for sharing it with us 😊👍

father was in the royal marines,in 1948,he was a giant of a man over six foot😊

the top secret drum corps are actualy a civilian band, was fortunate to see both at the Edinburgh tattoo 2012, epic show and not expensive

Proud Brit here . Born in England. Best in the world the Royal Marines drum core

This is actually from the 'Mountbatten Festival of Music'. Not sure which year but the Festival is an amazing 'Tour de Force' by the RM bands, buglers and drum corps. Its worth grabbing a beer or 3 and just immersing yourselves in the wide range of music they play. Very 'British' of course!. The first guys with the feathers in the cap are the Swiss Secret Drum Corps and they are all civilian volunteers not military. The second group are of course Royal Marines and are all active combat soldiers. Bandsmen are the field medics and stretcher bearers but they are first and foremost fully trained Royal Marines and pass out the same as every other RM (Bootneck). By the way the USMC uniform is taken from the RM uniform. The RMs being 358 years old.

I've served with a number of Marine Commandos over the years and one of my good friends is a former Marine Bugler

Fun reaction. Re US Marines: Check out Al Murray's take on US Marines in "Why the British are Undefeated World War Champions."

Natasha made me laugh 😂. I love her reaction. As a British myself I love the royal marines when they play the drums especially during the queen's jubilee celebrations I couldn't get enough of the drums. Love it and I watched it on BBC one and my daughter kept jumping and loved it.

Fantastic girlies, I get goosebumps as well that's when I know something is good. Yes seen it before but can watch it more x

The Swiss secret drum corp are all ordinary working guys not military. They are plumbers and carpenters and bank clerks. The Royal Marine band are all serving soldiers.

There is a KZfaq video of the Royal Marines, Dutch Marines & US Marines bands marching together in London. "Beating Retreat Royal Marines 2014". Well worth watching.

Love these ladies their enthuasism, they actually do some research and no comparisons

Thank you for your kind comments love your Forces too.watch videos of them a lot love from United Kingdom 🇬🇧❤️🙏

You need to check out Top Secret's performances at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Any of their performances. They're all amazing!

You are watching a 'drum battle' where 1 team leads and the other better them on and on

The British Royal marines are active, but the secret drums are not.

I love how enthusiastic and happy you are when you watch something you love! It makes me smile along too :)

If you enjoyed this it's definitely worth checking out some of the massed bands of the Royal Marines beating retreat which involves over 200 musicians from the Royal Marines. They were joined by US and Dutch marine bands in the 2014 beating retreat for the 350th anniversary of the Royal Marines as well (One of my favourites from that was the US march Espirit De Corps, that was pretty epic). Beating retreat 2022 which is at the end of this month will be the first time the massed bands will have come together since before COVID also, so it should be good.

Well done, ladies. This is one of My fave vids. I'm so glad you both like it. It's only 50 mile from me. Along with the TT video which me and My daughter are going to next year. My mum went in 76 and loved it then. Love to you ladies. X