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Dr. Arthur C. Bartner
Many of our readers know that I marched during my undergraduate years at Northwestern University, where I received my journalism ... -
Reviewing Game Day Security
Safety first! Both host and visiting bands must join forces with administrators and security personnel to create a positive event ... -
Spirit and Synergy
When bands collaborate with cheerleaders, dance teams, and mascots, together they create even more rousing routines and shows. With formations ... -
Tarps on the Field
Used in various shapes, sizes, and colors, tarps help marching groups transform the football field into their own stage. Marching ... -
Cavalcade of Bands Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Cavalcade of Bands hit a big milestone—its 60th anniversary—in October 2019. The not-for-profit competition circuit attracts schools from Pennsylvania, New ... -
Marshall University Across the Pond
The Marshall University Marching Band from Huntington, West Virginia, will ditch the country roads it knows and head across the ... -
Laura VanDoren Receives 2019 DCI George Bonfiglio Chairperson’s Award
Laura VanDoren (left in photo) saw a musician suffer a serious injury on the field at the Drum Corps International ... -
2019 World Drum Corps Hall of Fame Inductees Include International Members and George Takei
The World Drum Corps Hall of Fame (WDCHOF) inducted two individuals into the new International Division along with a roster ... -
Learning or Relearning
On July 19, I suffered a hemorrhagic stroke. It paralyzed the left side of my body. It affected my ability ... -
Achieving Your Best
As you get ready for your first concert of the season, college audition, jury, or recital, think about how to ... -
After Marching Band
We’ve reached the inevitable transition from the long hours of marching band to the next musical season around the corner. ... -
Dispelling Drama
“I would never want to teach guard. There’s too much drama.” I’ve heard this comment from band staff who work ... -
“Chorales and Beyond”
“Chorales and Beyond” band books allow students to focus on their fundamentals of sound and intonation. Written by Timothy Loest ... -
FLASH Shako Visors and Wraps
Marching bands design their equipment and uniforms for their shows, so why not customize the shakos too? Introduced in April ... -
Regionals—December 2019 to January 2020
A regional listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences. From December 2019 to January 2020. West Tradeshows Jan 8-11—Albuquerque, ... -
The University of Southern California
At the helm of the University of Southern California Trojan Marching Band for the past 50 years, Dr. Arthur C. ... -
The Drum Major Lifecycle
From aspiring hopeful to drum major, from student to teacher, and from motivated to motivator, a drum major grows by ... -
Top 10 Fitness Tips
Take heed of these important health reminders, especially useful for marching athletes. This story is my final column for Halftime ... -
Crossword: Formation, please
A musical-themed crossword puzzle created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the November/December 2019 installment. If you enjoy crossword puzzles, ...