I think therein lies the problem; too many sides rely on drums to attract attention and then the instrumentalists have to amplify to be heard above their own side’s percussion. Fewer drums would seem the best solution, especially in the acoustic canyon that is Rochester High Street. To be fair, the outdoor stages at Sweeps are mostly away from the High Street and don’t really impact on the dance displays, other than perhaps in Boley Hill where the Stage has migrated nearer of late.