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Author: Elizabeth Geli

Elizabeth Geli

Elizabeth Geli is the assistant editor of Halftime Magazine and a journalist/communications professional in Southern California. Her 11 years at the University of Southern California (USC) Trojan Marching Band included time as a flute player, graduate teaching assistant, and student advocate. She holds a bachelor's degree in Print Journalism and master's degree in Specialized Journalism (The Arts) from USC.

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    Lot Riot Clothing Brand

    Drummers know that the real show isn’t on the floor or field— it’s in the parking lot—and that concept inspired ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    July 19, 2013
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    Randall May Articulating Back Support Drum Carriers

    Practicing perfect posture for percussionists presents plenty of problems. Randall May International has created a new Articulating Back Support (ABS) ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    July 19, 2013
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    Florida A&M Marching 100

    Less than two years after Florida A&M’s hazing incident and disbanding of the Marching 100, a new band director—Dr. Sylvester ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    July 18, 2013
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    The FAQs of Music Licensing

    The music licensing process can be intimidating. Maybe you don’t know how to begin, are afraid you don’t have the ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    June 6, 2013
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    Two Percussion Pioneers Pass Away

    The percussion community recently mourned the loss of two pioneers: Pro-Mark drumsticks founder Irvin “Herb” Brochstein and Sabian founder Robert ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    June 4, 2013
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    Music for All 2013 Hall of Fame

    Music for All (MFA) inducted three new members into the prestigious Bands of America (BOA) Hall of Fame: James Campbell, ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    June 4, 2013
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    Lassiter High School

    After 37 years as a band director (31 with a single band), Alfred L. Watkins retires from Lassiter High School. ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    May 22, 2013
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    Strike Up the Brand

    With their energy, colorful uniforms and good ol’ American feeling, marching bands have caught the attention of advertising agencies and ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    April 23, 2013
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    GRAMMY’s Music Educator Award

    The GRAMMY Foundation will recognize outstanding music educators with a new Music Educator Award, announced during the 55th GRAMMY Awards ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    April 17, 2013
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    DCI DrumLine Battle and SoundSport

    Drum Corps International (DCI) launched two exciting new ventures that have the potential to bring music and marching competition to ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    April 17, 2013
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    National Band Association Hall of Fame Inducts John P. Paynter

    The National Band Association (NBA) inducted five new members into its Hall of Fame of Distinguished Band Conductors during a ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    April 16, 2013
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    Glassmen Go Inactive

    The Glassmen Drum and Bugle Corps from Toledo, Ohio, announced that it will go inactive for the 2013 season of ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    April 16, 2013
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    Marching Marketing Memories

    Advertisers have used marching groups in commercials many times over the years. With the advent of online video, many are ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    April 5, 2013
  • Features

    Ho Ho Holiday Parades

    Nothing rings in the holiday season like a great parade— the lights, floats, balloons, celebrities, and most importantly, the marching ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    February 1, 2013
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    “Music for Your Schools” Giveaway

    In recognition of decreasing school music budgets, music publisher Carl Fischer has continued its “Music for Your Schools” Giveaway and ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 27, 2013
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    PAS Names New Executive Director

    In November 2012, the Percussive Arts Society--one of the world’s largest percussion organizations--welcomes its new executive director, Larry Jacobson. From ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 27, 2013
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    Guards on “Glee”

    After featuring marching bands several times, the hit television series “Glee” has given color guard the spotlight, with two featured ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 25, 2013
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    Hazing in the News: One Year Later

    Almost one year after the death of drum major Robert D. Champion, Jr., in an alleged hazing incident, Florida A&M ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 25, 2013
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    Fusion Bags

    What if one bag could carry everything you need—instrument, music, laptop and accessories? British company Fusion Bags offers that and ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 24, 2013
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    Ever-Jazz Shoe by DSI

    Add an extra kick to your guard performance with the new Ever-Jazz shoe by Director’s Showcase International (DSI). The split-sole ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 24, 2013
  • Features

    Marchers in the Middle

    Learning to march in middle school has both benefits and challenges. While it does make more work for students, directors ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 16, 2013
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    Kentucky Christian Takes the Field

    While marching in a storied band program with years of history and tradition can be a great experience, being a ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 16, 2013
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    Las Vegas Percussion Camp

    Pearl Corporation joined forces with percussion instructor Brian Howerton and sponsored the Las Vegas Student Leadership Clinics and Percussion Camp. ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 16, 2013
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    Buccaneers Reclaim DCA Gold

    In Drum Corps Associates competition, the Reading Buccaneers reclaimed the Open Class championship this year with a vengeance, earning a ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 16, 2013
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    Fred J. Miller in Memoriam

    Marching arts pioneer and businessman Fred J. Miller passedaway on Aug. 3, 2012, at the age of 80. A resident ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    January 16, 2013
  • Features

    DCA Through the Ages

    Marching with Drum Corps Associates, you can be 20, 44, 59, or even younger or older; you can be a ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    October 2, 2012
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    Mass Middle School INpact Band at DCI

    A mass band of middle schoolers will come together during Drum Corps International World Championships for a new unique and ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    October 2, 2012
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    Colorado State Prepares for St. Patrick’s Festival

    It’s the one day a year that everybody wants to be Irish—St. Patrick’s Day! The St. Patrick’s Festival in Dublin, ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    October 2, 2012
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    Rocking Out With Foster the People

    Grammy-nominated band Foster the People enlisted the help of marching bands around the country during its most recent tour. Best ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    August 21, 2012
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    “Harry Potter” Marching Music

    Is your band “the chosen one?” Musicians and groups from all skill levels can now battle the Dark Lord through ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    May 31, 2012
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