http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/index.html The May/June 2008 issue of Halftime Magazine features a special careers theme. Find out: How marching band helped shape the lives of famous musicians and businesspeople--Larry Harmon, Jay Heinrichs, Julie Giroux and Wayne Bergeron? How marching band has impacted several high school students who entered Halftime Magazine's first annual "Nominate Your Band" competition? What's it like to be a member of the North American tour of Blast!? How do musicians play a big role in the military? How are instruments and music accessories made? Read more … Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:32:41 -0800 http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/how-theyre-made.html http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/how-theyre-made.html Thu, 15 May 2008 15:14:00 -0700 <P>Can you remember a time when you effortlessly fingered a new trumpet’s keys or jammed on a drum set using smooth, unworn sticks? Those finished products were once nothing more than rough wood or sheets of metal. Here, you can get a close-up look inside the instrument and accessory creation process.</P> Features http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/musicians-in-the-military.html http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/musicians-in-the-military.html Thu, 15 May 2008 14:29:00 -0700 <P>When you think military, music is probably one of the last things that come to mind. In reality, though, the U.S. military is one of the largest employers of musicians in the country.</P> Features http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/golden-moments-from-wgi.html http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/golden-moments-from-wgi.html Thu, 15 May 2008 12:33:00 -0700 <p>Congratulations to the 2008 WGI World Champions. View snapshots from each of the winning marching performances.</p> Features http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/having-a-blast.html http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/having-a-blast.html Mon, 12 May 2008 16:00:00 -0700 <p>A performer in the current North American tour of Blast! describes his surreal experience, from the audition process to the curtain calls.</p> Features http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/life-after-band-famous-band-alumni.html http://halftimemag.com/articles/05-2008/05-2008-features/life-after-band-famous-band-alumni.html Mon, 12 May 2008 10:05:00 -0700 <p>Yes, there is life after band. No matter what path you choose to take, the skills acquired in marching band can last for a lifetime; they may even lead you to fame and fortune. Featuring Larry Harmon, Jay Heinrichs, Julie Giroux, and Wayne Bergeron.</p> Features