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Find a sense of belonging within marching arts
In May my son began practicing with the local high school marching band as a rising freshman. For four days, ... -
Creating Cadences
Many bands march to their own beats by performing signature drumline pieces passed on through generations. As far back as ... -
LGBTQ+ Inclusion
Simple policies and procedures can help LGBTQ+ musicians feel welcomed and included in their marching programs. June 2019 is a ... -
2019 WGI Winners
Many of this year’s WGI winners explored thoughtful topics including fostering relationships, resolving conflicts, taking risks, and pursuing passions. World ... -
United Sound Participates in Drum Corps Performances
Everyone deserves the right to pursue musical opportunities, regardless of disabilities. United Sound and several drum corps want to showcase ... -
Drum Corps Memorabilia Museum
When William Ives first started collecting drum corps memorabilia 29 years ago, he never thought he would have more than ... -
Sousa’s March Mania
While college basketball fans enjoy predicting winning teams during March Madness, musicians and music fans alike joined in on their ... -
WGIcon Professional Development Conference
Calling all indoor instructors, designers, technicians, and administrators! For the first time, WGI Sport of the Arts will host a ... -
The Three C’s
It’s solo and ensemble festival time in most areas of the United States. But playing the correct notes, dynamics, and ... -
The Legacies Left Behind
In April the world lost an incredible musician, teacher, and mentor. Sam Pilafian was a teacher and mentor to countless ... -
Polyrhythm 4:3 or 3:4
In the March/April 2019 issue, I discussed the polyrhythm 3 over 2, or 2 over 3. Now let’s take a ... -
Scary at First
“Isn’t that scary?” I’ve heard this question countless times from people watching tosses. Most recently, a middle school student asked ... -
Mapex Quantum Mark II Drums
About 10 years ago Quantum marching drums debuted in the United States. Now Mapex is in the process of revamping ... -
“Sound Leadership” Methods Book
Enhancing musical techniques and fostering self-discovery go hand in hand when developing student leaders for your music program, something author ... -
Regionals—June 2019 to July 2019
A regional listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences. From June 2019 to July 2019. WEST Drum Corps ... -
Stoneman Douglas High School
Together, the band students and staff of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has worked to overcome the trauma of the ... -
Forever Family
Being guard captain at Diamante Winterguard has provided leadership skills and a comforting home. We’ve all heard the sayings, “Diamonds ... -
Hip Openers
Try these stretches to take care of your quads, hamstrings, and hips all at the same time. We sit, we ... -
Crossword: Go for the Gold
A musical-themed crossword puzzle created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the May/June 2019 installment. ACROSS 1. “___ what you’re ...