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Author: Nicole Roberts

Nicole Roberts

Nicole Roberts is the city hall reporter for the News Tribune in Jefferson City, Missouri. She graduated from Missouri State University with a degree in print/internet journalism and a minor in psychology. She played clarinet in the Missouri State Pride Band and in her high school’s marching band.

  • A photo of the Vandegrift Band and Vision Dance Company.
    Web Exclusives

    2019 Fall Championships Recap

    During its first appearance at the Bands of America Grand National Championships in November 2019, Vandegrift High School from Leander, ...
    Nicole Roberts
    February 7, 2020
  • Photos of Thomas Aungst and Marc Dicciani.
    January-February 2020

    Aungst and Dicciani Receive Yamaha Legacy in Education Award

    Through his 35-year career, Thomas Aungst has gotten in the trenches of the programs that he teaches. As assistant high ...
    Nicole Roberts
    January 29, 2020
  • A photo from the 100th 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade.
    January-February 2020

    The 100th 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade

    In 1979, Todd Marcocci and his father drove four hours to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to watch the city’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. ...
    Nicole Roberts
    January 28, 2020
  • A photo of Bill Harvey from Buddy Roger's Music.
    January-February 2020

    Bill Harvey from Buddy Roger’s Music Named Synchrony Pillar

    By establishing Lonely Instruments for Needy Kids (LINKS) and many other community endeavors, Bill Harvey—president and CEO of Buddy Roger’s ...
    Nicole Roberts
    January 28, 2020
  • A photo of Edward Protzman.
    January-February 2020

    Edward Protzman Receives George N. Parks Award

    When Edward Protzman arrived at Mason (Ohio) High School in 2017, the band program had experienced a whirlwind of director ...
    Nicole Roberts
    January 28, 2020
  • Cavalcade of Bands Celebrates 60th Anniversary
    November-December 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    December 2, 2019
  • A photo of the Marshall University Marching Band.
    November-December 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    December 2, 2019
  • A photo of Laura VanDoren.
    November-December 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    December 2, 2019
  • A photo of the 2019 World Drum Corps Hall of Fame Inductees.
    November-December 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    December 2, 2019
  • Learn about “Chorales and Beyond”.
    November-December 2019

    “Chorales and Beyond”

    “Chorales and Beyond” band books allow students to focus on their fundamentals of sound and intonation. Written by Timothy Loest ...
    Nicole Roberts
    December 2, 2019
  • FLASH Shako Visors and Wraps
    November-December 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    December 2, 2019
  • Styleplus guard max bag.
    September-October 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    September 29, 2019
  • DSI hyperperformance gloves.
    September-October 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    September 29, 2019
  • A photo of Blue Stars Drum & Bugle Corp.
    September-October 2019

    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.  ...
    Nicole Roberts
    September 29, 2019
  • BAND App Offers Unique Promotions for Band Directors
    Web Exclusives

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    August 21, 2019
  • The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps.
    Web Exclusives

    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, ...
    Nicole Roberts
    August 6, 2019
  • The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps.
    July-August 2019

    The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps

    The Cadets and its parent organization Youth Education in the Arts! have emerged from a year of change ready to ...
    Nicole Roberts
    August 1, 2019
  • A photo of Roger Meddows Taylor.
    Web Exclusives

    “The Drums of Roger Meddows Taylor”

    If you like Queen and the movie “Bohemian Rhapsody,” you’ll enjoy reading about the life and drumming experiences of band ...
    Nicole Roberts
    June 16, 2019
  • United Sound Participates in Drum Corps Performances
    May-June 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    June 7, 2019
  • Drum Corps Memorabilia Museum
    May-June 2019

    Drum Corps Memorabilia Museum

    When William Ives first started collecting drum corps memorabilia 29 years ago, he never thought he would have more than ...
    Nicole Roberts
    June 7, 2019
  • Sousa’s March Mania
    May-June 2019

    Sousa’s March Mania

    While college basketball fans enjoy predicting winning teams during March Madness, musicians and music fans alike joined in on their ...
    Nicole Roberts
    June 7, 2019
  • WGIcon Professional Development Conference
    May-June 2019

    WGIcon Professional Development Conference

    Calling all indoor instructors, designers, technicians, and administrators! For the first time, WGI Sport of the Arts will host a ...
    Nicole Roberts
    June 7, 2019
  • Mapex Quantum Mark II Drums
    May-June 2019

    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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    June 7, 2019
  • Learn about the “Sound Leadership” methods book.
    May-June 2019

    “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 ...
    Nicole Roberts
    June 7, 2019
  • A photo of Evan Rice.
    Web Exclusives

    “The Marching Arts” Documentary

    Full-length documentary showcases the history and importance of the marching arts from before 1600 A.D. to modern times. What do ...
    Nicole Roberts
    April 8, 2019
  • A photo of Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps.
    March-April 2019

    Build Housing Relationships that Last

    Marching groups that go on tour must work hard to secure and maintain sleeping and practice facilities. Colorful, complimentary posters ...
    Nicole Roberts
    April 7, 2019
  • We are band video challenge
    Web Exclusives

    Win Up to $35,000 in “We Are Band!” Video Challenge

    BAND organization management app creates video competition for scholastic bands. Marching bands could win up to $35,000 by doing what ...
    Nicole Roberts
    April 2, 2019
  • Maple Elementary Performs at New York Jets Game
    Web Features

    Maple Elementary Performs at New York Jets Game

    Fourth and fifth graders in the Marching Lions continue receiving accolades while performing at its second professional football game. For ...
    Nicole Roberts
    February 25, 2019
  • U.S. Army All-American Marching Band Discontinued
    Web Features

    U.S. Army All-American Marching Band Discontinued

    High school football’s All-American Bowl will no longer include the All-American Marching Band. Due to a change in title sponsorship, ...
    Nicole Roberts
    February 25, 2019
  • Children’s Chapter Book Centers on Marching Band Adventures.
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    Children’s Chapter Book Centers on Marching Band Adventures

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    Nicole Roberts
    February 22, 2019
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