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Wagner College Band in “Spider-Man” and Other Films
Lights, camera, music! The Wagner College Band performed in “Spider-Man: Far from Home,” in theaters during 2019, and “The Many Saints of ... -
Switching to Intermediate Flute
Advancing from a beginner to an intermediate flute is an exciting transition, but the new instrument can present challenges. Here’s ... -
The 3 P’s
As you get comfortable with the start of school, I hope you’ll remember three things on your path to a ... -
Implement New Implements
Many of us throughout the country currently find ourselves in the heart of marching band season. What we write for ... -
Maintain Healthy Habits
As the season wears on, and the responsibilities outside of color guard add up, some potential negative habits may impact ... -
StylePLUS Guard Max Bag
Guard members no longer need to carry two, three, or even four different bags to rehearsals and performances. The all-encompassing ... -
DSI Hyperformance Gloves
Ditch those stretched-out, smelly, slightly yellow-tinted cotton gloves this marching season and replace them with Hyperformance Gloves from Director’s Showcase ... -
Regionals—September 2019 to November 2019
A regional listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences. From September to November 2019. WEST Bands of America ... -
Blue Stars Drum and Bugle Corps
Brad Furlano, recipient of the Dr. Bernard Baggs Leadership Award, continues to push the envelope and create lasting memories for members of the Blue Stars. ... -
People Over Product
With her commitment to solving problems and forming connections, two-year Phantom Regiment head conductor wins the 2019 Jim Jones Leadership Award. I consider being ... -
Core Connections
Strengthen the legs, spine, and abs to lighten the load of carrying heavy instruments. I asked my husband, who previously ... -
Crossword: Almost a March
A musical-themed crossword puzzle created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the September/October 2019 installment. ACROSS 1. Back of a ... -
Varsity Spirit Launches Varsity Performing Arts
Memphis, TN – September 16, 2019 – Varsity Spirit, the leader in cheer and dance camps, competitions and apparel, has announced the launch ... -
BAND App Offers Unique Promotions for Band Directors
Receive a free membership to USBands, a scholarship to the Music for All Summer Symposium, and a VIP experience to ... -
A Judge’s Guide from the Field to the Press Box
Being young doesn’t mean being inexperienced. By taking the right steps, being a judge could be the next stop in ... -
Women in Marching Arts
For centuries, women have needed to fight for equal rights, equal pay, and equal opportunity. Though Susan B. Anthony and ... -
High Schoolers in Drum Corps
The youngest participants in drum and bugle corps often make more personal tradeoffs but also potentially have the most to ... -
More Questions and Answers with The Cadets and Youth Education in the Arts!
In the “Direct From” article in Halftime Magazine’s July/August 2019 issue, Scott Litzenberg, The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps director, ... -
I&E and U
Individual and ensemble competitions allow soloists and smaller groups of performers to shine outside the larger organizations. Jaden Dupree has ... -
One-Year Milestones and Goals for IN STEP: Women of DCI
Drum Corps International launches a scholarship opportunity for female participants and leaders in corps while continuing to expand career and ... -
A Shout-Out to Women in Corps
More women are stepping up to the table or onto the field to be leaders within Drum Corps International and ... -
University of Southern California’s First Female Drum Major
When the University of Southern California (USC) Trojan Marching Band announced India Anderson as its first female drum major in ... -
D-Day 75th Anniversary Memorial Parade
75 years after D-Day when U.S. soldiers landed in Normandy, France, to liberate the country from German occupation, 12 U.S. ... -
Commemorative Artwork Celebrates The Cadets
The Z-Pull, 10 Drum Corps International (DCI) titles, several distinct uniform designs, and many more historic moments representing The Cadets ... -
Ohio State Raises $8.6 Million for Band Scholarships
The Ohio State University (OSU) Marching Band appealed to Buckeye Nation in a band-specific fundraiser, resulting in big bucks toward ... -
Reeds, Reeds, Reeds!
Here’s how I choose my reeds, how I get them ready to play, and how I’m able to get every ... -
The Artistry of Japanese Bands
Over the years with Boston Brass, I have had the privilege to perform with wind ensembles of all ages and ... -
Polyrhythm 5:2
In the third and final installment on polyrhythms, we will discuss the 5 over 2 polyrhythm. Polyrhythm is defined by ... -
Leading by Following
Whether you’ve been rehearsing for a few months already or don’t get started until an August band camp, keep the ... -
StylePLUS Genesis Flags
Add shimmer to your show flags without adding weight to the fabric. StylePLUS recently launched its Genesis flag line, which ...