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January/February 2011
Halftime Magazine® is a glossy print magazine that highlights the “sights, sounds and spirit of marching band.” This bimonthly lifestyle magazine connects high school and college musician-athletes through shared experiences about competitions, school spirit, and band traditions with profiles, first-person accounts and thought-provoking feature stories. In addition, the publication will provide tips to enhance students’ musical and marching skills as well as connect the band community through news, events calendars and product reviews. Halftime Magazine® is a publication by Muse Media, LLC, based in Los Angeles, California. |
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Read the January/February 2011 issue of Halftime Magazine via the
Digital Edition, an interactive web-based version of the print magazine
that includes full layout and live links to more information.
FULL STORY » |
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As the oldest bowl, the Rose Bowl Game has been officially nicknamed the “Granddaddy of them All,” bringing great recognition to the selected football teams and bands. the tournament of Roses Parade is just as significant to those who participate, seen by a worldwide audience on New year’s Day. halftime Magazine is proud to present our 4th annual photo spread showcasing the sights from both momentous events. FULL STORY » |
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The 2010 football season created a varied roster of teams for the 2011 Bowl
Championship Series. From first-timers to seasoned veterans, each band
worked hard to support its team at these major bowl games. Read about their
programs, traditions, seasons, bowl trips and halftime shows. FULL STORY » |
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In a difficult economy, nearly everyone has been forced to make cuts or find ways to bring in more income. With the end of marching season, high school bands still have an off-season filled with fundraising to help prepare for next year’s parades and field shows. FULL STORY » |
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"Rah-rah" to college bowl bands. Read the musings of Christine Ngeo Katzman, publisher and
editor-in-chief of Halftime Magazine, regarding the themes of this January/February 2011 issue. FULL STORY » |
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Who is the nation’s best drummer? A
new contest put on by Roland crowned a
winner—Go-Go Ray of Kansas City, Mo. FULL STORY » |
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Marching season is over, and attention is now shifting to concert
band, jazz band,
indoor percussion and winter guard. Here’s a recap of who took home some
of the
nation’s top honors in fall marching band competition for 2010. FULL STORY » |
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The University of Notre Dame Band from South Bend, Ind., has
joined the esteemed ranks of Sudler Trophy winners. The biannual
award given by the John Philip Sousa Foundation recognizes
“collegiate marching bands of particular excellence that have
made outstanding contributions to the American way of life.”
FULL STORY » |
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Did somebody say McDonald’s? The University of California,
Los Angeles (UCLA) Bruin Marching Band appeared in a
commercial as a marching band that deserved a break and said,
“I’m lovin’ it!” to some Chicken McNuggets. FULL STORY » |
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Some of the nation’s top teen bands include marching band students. NAMM’s SchoolJam USA competition rewards the best
teen music group along with their school’s music program. FULL STORY » |
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Band director Doug Brown and his students at William Campbell
Combined School in Naruna, Va., received the “Ultimate Music
Room Makeover,” thanks to an essay contest sponsored by In
Tune Monthly magazine and MENC: The National Association
for Music Education. FULL STORY » |
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In September, a new field and parade band will be created in
Durban, South Africa, courtesy of the Spirit of America, an all-age
community marching band based in Orleans, Mass. FULL STORY » |
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Students and teachers are partners
with the same goal: You seek information; we have the
information you seek (hopefully). Effectively transferring that
information is the challenge facing both of us.
FULL STORY » |
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Drum lines are famous (or infamous) for ways
in which they encourage bonding, notably through
hypes. What's a hype? FULL STORY » |
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Winter guard season is upon
us and with it brings an
entirely new performance
perspective. The audience
and judges are no longer
several feet away; now they
are face to face with each
individual performer. If you are one of those people who get “butterflies” or pre-show
jitters, this article is for you. If there is one place that you
will experience anxiety, it is between the gym door and the performance
floor. FULL STORY » |
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Excitement is building around the King System Blue SB30 Euphonium Hybrid and the possibilities
it creates. The SB30 is a marching instrument with a smaller frame that sounds, plays
and projects like a normal-sized euphonium with the size and weight of a marching baritone. FULL STORY » |
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Vic Firth recently introduced a number of new sticks
and mallets relevant to the marching world. FULL STORY » |
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Tough Carts has rolled out its new, heavy-duty Timpani
Cart. These carts are made of heavy metal with extra
bracing and use 8-inch pneumatic tires that can stand up
against the toughest terrains. FULL STORY » |
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A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and
conferences, by region. From January to March 2011. FULL STORY » |
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As the only remaining military fife and drum corps, the Old Guard—recently celebrating
its 50th anniversary—has a storied and honored past. FULL STORY » |
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Head drum major of the Avon Marching Black & Gold—Bands
of America’s three-peat Grand National Champion—looks back
on three “humbling” years on the podium. FULL STORY » |
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There are a lot of ways to develop the muscles in your
arms. Here are some tips to give you real upper body
strength, not just nice-looking muscles. FULL STORY » |
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A musical-themed crossword puzzle featuring clues regarding bowl games. FULL STORY » |
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