MENC Becomes NAfME

The organization formerly known as MENC is now NAfME, the National Association for Music Education.

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The Real Cost of Marching?

It’s no secret in the marching arts community that participation and competitive experiences don’t come cheap. Students and parents are very familiar with band fees, scrip, fundraisers and booster budgets. But what does it all add up to?

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"Glee" Pledges $1 Million for Music Ed

While the hit television show “Glee” chronicles the challenges and triumphs of a high school’s vocal performance group, the show has provided plenty of opportunities for marching and instrumental musicians and now is pledging $1 million to benefit music education.

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Minnesota Brass, Govenaires Win DCA

The Land of 10,000 Lakes is now the land of a Drum Corps Associates (DCA) Championships sweep, with Minnesotan corps Govenaires and Minnesota Brass placing first in A and Open Class, respectively. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and website for the marching arts.

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Tournament of Bands All-Stars

Thanksgiving: a time for family gatherings, turkey with all the trimmings … and marching bands! Find out about the Tournament of Bands All-Star Band in the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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