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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 ... -
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) ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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, ... -
Lassiter High School
After 37 years as a band director (31 with a single band), Alfred L. Watkins retires from Lassiter High School. ... -
Strike Up the Brand
With their energy, colorful uniforms and good ol’ American feeling, marching bands have caught the attention of advertising agencies and ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Glassmen Go Inactive
The Glassmen Drum and Bugle Corps from Toledo, Ohio, announced that it will go inactive for the 2013 season of ... -
Marching Marketing Memories
Advertisers have used marching groups in commercials many times over the years. With the advent of online video, many are ... -
Ho Ho Holiday Parades
Nothing rings in the holiday season like a great parade— the lights, floats, balloons, celebrities, and most importantly, the marching ... -
“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 ... -
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 ... -
Guards on “Glee”
After featuring marching bands several times, the hit television series “Glee” has given color guard the spotlight, with two featured ... -
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 ... -
Fusion Bags
What if one bag could carry everything you need—instrument, music, laptop and accessories? British company Fusion Bags offers that and ... -
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 ... -
Marchers in the Middle
Learning to march in middle school has both benefits and challenges. While it does make more work for students, directors ... -
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 ... -
Las Vegas Percussion Camp
Pearl Corporation joined forces with percussion instructor Brian Howerton and sponsored the Las Vegas Student Leadership Clinics and Percussion Camp. ... -
Buccaneers Reclaim DCA Gold
In Drum Corps Associates competition, the Reading Buccaneers reclaimed the Open Class championship this year with a vengeance, earning a ... -
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 ... -
DCA Through the Ages
Marching with Drum Corps Associates, you can be 20, 44, 59, or even younger or older; you can be a ... -
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 ... -
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, ... -
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 ... -
“Harry Potter” Marching Music
Is your band “the chosen one?” Musicians and groups from all skill levels can now battle the Dark Lord through ...
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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