Batons are short, sturdy sticks used in various contexts, including law enforcement, sports, and performance arts. In law enforcement, they serve as non-lethal weapons for self-defense and crowd control. In sports, such as relay races, batons are passed between runners to complete a race efficiently. In the context of music, a baton is a thin stick used by conductors to direct orchestras and choirs. It helps to communicate tempo and dynamics to musicians. Batons can also be used in marching bands and color guard performances, where they are twirled and tossed as part of choreographed routines.