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Vic Firth and Zildjian Announce Merger
Stick manufacturer Vic Firth and cymbal manufacturer Zildjian announce merger. -
D’Addario to Acquire Pro-Mark
D’Addario & Company, Inc., manufacturer of strings for musical instruments as well as percussion-related accessories, announced its planned acquisition of ... -
Thoughts on Perfect Practice
One student learns the value of perfecting practice, which leads to perfecting performance. -
Thoughts on Starting a Drum Line
A student at Eastern Connecticut State University writes to garner support to start a new drum line. -
Watch the Tournament of Roses Live Bandfest Webcast
For the first time ever, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses will be presenting the Bandfest event--field shows of Tournament of ... -
Working With a Travel Agent
Planning a trip for a marching band is a huge and complicated task not to be taken lightly. In some ... -
November/December 2010 Digital Edition
Read the November/December 2010 issue of Halftime Magazine via the Digital Edition, an interactive web-based version of the print magazine ... -
Music for All Celebrates 35 Years
With events and advocacy for marching bands, jazz bands, orchestras and individual students, Music for All has been a leading ... -
Life in the Pit
Being up front and center has its own sets of opportunities and challenges. With unique instrumentation and sounds, the front ... -
Starting From Scratch: Georgia State, Marian and Yorba Linda HS
Every band has to start somewhere, and starting a band is no small task. all the little details—such as having ... -
Light Up the Room
Whether achieving longevity or starting from scratch, "do something spectacular." Read the musings of Christine Ngeo Katzman, publisher and editor-in-chief ... -
Jacksonville State Bound for London
The Jacksonville (Ala.) State University Marching Southerners will take its show on the road—and across the sea—to perform in the ... -
Book ‘Em Danno
The University of Maryland made a splash in the recent “Hawaii Five-O Marching Band Mania” contest, winning $25,000 from television ... -
“I Wanna Play” CD
“I’ve got a melody deep down inside of me. / Gotta let it loose; oooh, I wanna set it free. ... -
DCI Tour Changes
After some behind-the-scenes controversy leading up to the 2010 Drum Corps International World Championships (DCI), the DCI membership came together ... -
Lessons From Klose, Baermann
Hyacinthe Klose. Carl Baermann. Names, as a clarinet player, you need to know. From James Snyder, the Clarinet Guy -
Multiple Tonguing
In a previous column I discussed single tonguing, using the syllables “t” and “d” to start the note. This article ... -
“Flam”- Boyant
Flam rudiments are the most complex rudiments facing a marching percussionist. They are challenging to play and even harder to ... -
Showmanship: Write It In
The best performers are those who take the leap to rehearse expressive qualities with every run-through. But let’s be real. ... -
Model 15 Scissor-Lift Podium by Jarvis Industries
The new Model 15 Scissor-Lift Podium by Jarvis Industries is a step above the rest. After being in business for ... -
Artist Series Deluxe Drum Bags by Gator Cases
No matter the size, shape or material, protection is the main feature that musicians want most out of their instrument ... -
H1 Handy Recorder By zoom
ZOOM has recently introduced its smallest, most versatile recorder ever. The H1 Handy Recorder can be used to record everything ... -
Regionals – November/December 2010
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From November 2010 to January 2011. -
Regionals – Bowl Games and Events – 2010/2011
It's Bowl Season 2010/2011. Find out the days and locations of every bowl game. -
Needham B. Broughton High School Band
With plans to retire in 2012 after more than 33 years with the Needham B. Broughton High School Band and ... -
Starred Thoughts About George N. Parks
George n. Parks, who passed away on sept. 16, touched thousandsof lives through his Drum major academy and 33 years ... -
Fit Feet, Ankles and Knees
Prevent injuries from your knees down to your feet—important joints and muscles used in marching—withthese simple exercises. -
Crossword: BOA Regionals
Check out the latest installment of Halftime Magazine's music-themed crossword. In this issue, some clues involve Bands of America regional ... -
Q&A With Kansas’ Phil Ehart
While preparing for Kansas’ Collegiate Symphony Tour, drummer Phil Ehart spoke with Halftime Magazine about the band, the upcoming tour, ... -
Win Free Tickets to PANDEMONIUM
Halftime Magazine and PANDEMONIUM, a new show from the creators of STOMP, offer an exclusive ticket giveaway and special discount ...