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Reconnaissant Pour L’Esprit de Corps
A special education case manager looks back fondly on his years in band as an important activity that taught leadership, ... -
Confessions of an Obsessed Band Mom
Being a band mom brings bundles of joy to parents and kids alike. I have to confess … I ... -
The Moment
Have you ever spent months--or even years--working hard just to experience a single magical moment? And when that moment comes, ... -
Thoughts on Perfect Practice
One student learns the value of perfecting practice, which leads to perfecting performance. -
Thoughts on Starting a Drum Line
A student at Eastern Connecticut State University writes to garner support to start a new drum line. -
Ferocity: An Emotional Ride Through Band
The journey of a young, shy musician at Beavercreek High School in her quest to join the marching band and ... -
Four More Weeks
My last time performing on our home field to a stadium full of people who live and breath band just ... -
Confessions of a Trumpet Player’s Wife
You’ve seen them, I’m sure. They’re the guys walking around music festivals and band competitions “buzzing” into their mouthpieces. They’re ... -
An Ode to the Field
In its center lies an “x,” where the journey begins. The “x” is insignificant to most, and more often than ... -
Confessions of a Band Groupie
Confessions of a Band Groupie - On a crisp autumn evening, one non-musical college student becomes seduced by the sweet ...