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Run for the Roses
A military reunion and an actual wedding ceremony created memorable moments at the 124th Rose Parade presented by Honda on ... -
Going Pop, Going Viral
In today’s digital age, viral videos are all the rage. From LMFAO’s “Party Rock Anthem” to the ultra-popular PSY’s “Gangnam ... -
Ho Ho Holiday Parades
Nothing rings in the holiday season like a great parade— the lights, floats, balloons, celebrities, and most importantly, the marching ... -
Time for Reflection
With every new year brings the opportunity for reflection as well as new beginnings. Read the musings of Halftime Magazine ... -
MFA Collects $11,000 for Sandy Relief
Two weeks before Bands of America Grand National Championships, Music for All CEO Eric Martin decided to rally the music ... -
Fall Championships Wrap-Up
The high school fall marching season is over, but the nation’s winners will remember the honor for years to come. ... -
Yamaha’s 125th Anniversary
Yamaha Corporation is celebrating its 125th anniversary with promotions and special events planned around the world as well as a ... -
Pearl Project 108
Pearl launched Project 108 in November 2012, encouraging percussionists of all ages worldwide to participate in a communal drumming experience. ... -
Get to Work
I present a lot of clinics, and I meet a lot of young, aspiring musicians. A question I get a ... -
Playing by Ear
By the time you read this column, the holiday season will have passed, but it is in full swing as ... -
Memorizing Music
Memorizing music is key for most all marching musicians, but it is particularly important in marching percussion. And as drum ... -
A Strong Spine
Every art form has a spine in which the entire structure of the performance rests. As a color guard performer, ... -
Band-Beesten: The Human-Assisted Robotic Drumset
Engineering, computer science and music departments at the University of Idaho came together to develop a human-assisted robotic drumset, which ... -
Classical Composers Playing Cards
Inspired by playing cards with famous authors, Andrew and Karen Surmani created “Alfred’s Music Playing Cards: Classical Composers” to help ... -
Regionals – January/February 2013
A listing of marching and music education events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From January to March 2013. ... -
University of Alabama Million Dollar Band
After 100 years of national prominence in the college marching band scene, the Million Dollar Band’s anniversary is more than ... -
Doing the Impossible
Being head drum major of a college marching band is hard enough. Imagine doing it while being legally blind. From ... -
Winter Warm-Ups 2013
Though winter brings the marching activity indoors, many groups still need to warm up outside. Stay warm while warming up. ... -
Crossword: I Love a Parade
A musical-themed crossword puzzle, created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the January/February 2013 puzzle.