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UNC Charlotte Marching Band Donation
The University of North Carolina (UNC) Charlotte recently received a $2 million donation from alumni Vickie and Gene Johnson in ... -
Purdue Band on “Steve Harvey”
Students from the Purdue University “All-American” Marching Band from West Lafayette, Indiana, performed on the daytime television series “Steve Harvey” ... -
Arcadia Band in NFL Commercial
The Arcadia (California) High School Marching Band appeared in a commercial during Super Bowl XLIX. From Halftime Magazine, a print ... -
Stretching for Flutists
Stretching frequently in a practice session increases flexibility, reduces tension and develops focus instead of frustration. Try these simple exercises ... -
Lost in the Shuffle
Listening to your music collection on shuffle or setting a streaming service on “radio” is a good way to discover ... -
Take It Off the Left
Most of us drummers are way more comfortable with our right hands than our left hands. So it is no ... -
We Are All Wobblers
Beginners and experts in a field have a lot more in common than you would think. Guard instructor Chris Casteel ... -
Pearl FFX Redesign and New Drum Finishes
For the 25th anniversary of the FFX Snare Drum, Pearl decided to do more than just a simple refresh of ... -
DeMoulin Shakover
Marching bands want their uniforms and shakos to be unique. The uniforms themselves are easily customizable to a large extent, ... -
Vic Firth’s 2015 Releases
In 2015, Vic Firth introduced three pieces of equipment—a new High Tension Drum Key, Universal Practice Tips and the Split ... -
Regionals – March/April 2015
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From March to May 2015. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
Kansas State University
The Pride of Wildcat Land just made everyone at Kansas State University even prouder after receiving the 2015 Sudler Trophy—college ... -
Expressing the Inexpressible
Music and the drum major experience help a student overcome awkwardness, bullying and introspectiveness. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication ... -
Body in Balance
Strive for full-body workouts that strengthen your abs without causing back problems. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and website ... -
Crossword: Famous Marches
A musical-themed crossword puzzle, created exclusively for Halftime Magazine, a print publication and website for the marching arts including high ... -
South African Band in Need of Instruments
A reader writes in with a request for help with his South African Youth Band. From Halftime Magazine, a print ... -
How to Prevent Sexualized Culture
When The Ohio State University fired Jonathan Waters after sayingthat he cultivated a “sexualized culture” in the band, the newsshocked ... -
America’s New Year’s Celebration
The annual Tournament of Roses Parade, seen by millions of peoplearound the world, inspires awe and wonder. This year’s theme ... -
The First College Football Playoff
The University of Oregon, University of Alabama, The Ohio State University and Florida State University were the unprecedented first schools ... -
Three Simple Rules for Peace
Publisher and editor-in-chief Christine Ngeo Katzman gives advice on how to create more peace within ourselves and others. From Halftime ... -
Keep Music Alive
“88+ Ways Music Can Change Your Life,” a book featuring true music stories, quotes and anecdotes contributed by people all ... -
“My Pit’s the Pits” Winners
Many high school bands in America suffer from lack of funding and have poor equipment. This year, Zildjian, along with ... -
Hazing Sentencing Announced
On Jan. 9, percussionist Dante Martin, 27, was sentenced to 77 months—more than six years—in jail for manslaughter and felony ... -
“Scouts Honor” Screenings
Gigantic Cranium began filming “Scouts Honor: Inside a Marching Brotherhood,” documenting the unique experiences of three members of the Madison ... -
Drums of the World Museum Exhibit
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix has opened a new exhibit titled “Beyond the Beat: Drums of the World,” ... -
Lighten Up
The lightness of the fingers on the keys is paramount to getting around the horn. Little pressure is actually needed ... -
Jocularity
Don't be a trumpet jock. A truly impressive player is one who uses physical chops to make music, not to ... -
On Performing Solos
Learn about creating and performing percussion solos. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and website for the marching arts including ... -
Fears and Fixes
In his famous inaugural speech, President Franklin D. Roosevelt said: “The only thing we have to fear is ... fear ... -
Yamaha SILENT Brass
Practice mutes can cause many problems for brass players. Often, the mutes create too much resistance or a stuffy sound. ...