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2015 WGI Winners
With a whole new category of indoor competition being debuted at WGI Sport of the Arts, this year’s championships weekend ... -
Drum Major Camps
For many student leaders of the band, attending drum major camp is a rite of passage. Over several days, they ... -
There’s Always a Band
“I always think there’s a band, kid.” Many of you will recognize that quote from the classic musical and 1962 ... -
No Band Left Behind?
Many factors have led to the hollowing out of band programs across the country. Starting instrumental music in later years, ... -
Extended Q&A With Janina Gavankar
Actress Janina Gavankar spoke to Halftime Magazine between shots on the set of her television show “The Mysteries of Laura,” ... -
Extended Q&A With Villanova #PiccoloGirl
When the #1-seeded Villanova men’s basketball team was shockingly upset by North Carolina State in its second game of the ... -
Janina Gavankar Features Drum Corps in Music Video
What happens when you #JustAddDrumCorps? Actress and singer Janina Gavankar set out to find out in an ambitious and artistic ... -
March Sadness: Q&A with Villanova Piccolo Girl
When the #1-seeded Villanova men’s basketball team was shockingly upset by North Carolina State in its second game of the ... -
SEC Pep Bands Step In for Each Other
In a heartwarming show of sportsmanship, Southeastern Conference (SEC) pep bands stepped up and provided music for school’s whose bands ... -
“Bama State Style” Reality TV Series
Marching band has hit reality television with “Bama State Style,” a new series from Tremendous! Entertainment airing on Lifetime. This ... -
Director’s Showcase International Podium Extension
Marching performers on the field sometimes have trouble seeing their drum majors. To help solve this problem, Director’s Showcase International ... -
Vandoren V21 Clarinet Reed
For more than a century, Vandoren has been dedicated to crafting the ideal reeds for clarinetists. Now, the company is ... -
Yamaha Marching Snare Mounts
In years past, marching percussionists have been relegated to using general accessory mounts not truly designed for their specific drums. ... -
Rearview Mirror
Congratulations! You made it through yet another year-long ride on the color guard coaster. It all started with the first ... -
Summer Learning
Last summer at the high school I teach, we undertook a rather daunting and aggressive plan to raise our skill ... -
Oodles of Noodles
Back in November 2009, I penned the Sectionals column, “You Run the Show,” proposing the notion that we’re all “self-taught” ... -
Creature of Habit
My neurotic 9-pound terrier is happiest on days that follow normal and predictable patterns of activity. At the risk of ... -
Regionals – May/June 2015
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From June to August 2015. West Drum ... -
Santa Clara Vanguard Winter Guard
The Santa Clara Vanguard Winter Guard is celebrating its 3rd WGI Independent World Class Championship and its 10th anniversary. Denise ... -
Amazing Ride
Being a high school and drum corps drum major aswell as competing in conducting competitions takeone student in a whole ... -
Spring Warm-Up
Getting back into shape after a hiatus? Tune up your muscles, especially your hips. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication ... -
Crossword: Countdown
A musical-themed crossword puzzle, created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the May/June 2015 issue.