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    An ACTIVE Approach

    With the new marching season off and running at a fast pace, active learning adds confidence and builds skill with ...
    Mary Karen Clardy
    September 24, 2013
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    Brass and Strings

    On the surface string and brass instruments seem quite different, but dig a little deeper, and similarities appear. Jazz trumpeter ...
    Chase Sanborn
    September 24, 2013
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    Being an Athlete

    Today’s marching percussionist requires an awful lot of strength, agility and stamina to be successful. But if everyone knows how ...
    Lane Armey
    September 24, 2013
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    Color Guard Yoga

    If you haven’t already, it’s time to infuse a little yoga into your stretching routine. By color guard instructor Chris ...
    Chris Dillon
    September 22, 2013
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    Reaching the Goal

    Saxophonist Jeff Coffin from Dave Matthews Band discusses how to set your musical goals and achieve them. From Halftime Magazine, ...
    Jeff Coffin
    July 19, 2013
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    Initial Attacks

    Many players have difficulty with initial attacks, whether a single note or the first in a succession of notes. Coordinating ...
    Chase Sanborn
    July 19, 2013
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    Fancy Feet

    One of the very earliest skills a marching percussionist needs to master is his or her feet. Find out how, ...
    Lane Armey
    July 19, 2013
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    Be Positive on Criticism

    Chris Casteel, a color guard instructor, writes about the value of positive criticism. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and ...
    Chris Dillon
    July 19, 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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    Pick a New One

    When it's time to replace your instrument, what should you look for? By Jim Snyder, The Clarinet Guy. From Halftime ...
    Jim Snyder
    May 31, 2013
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    YouTubing

    Discover and listen to brass musicians on YouTube. You'll gain a powerful tool for your own playing. By jazz trumpeter ...
    Chase Sanborn
    May 31, 2013
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    WGI Finals Debut

    On its first trip to WGI World Championships, Homestead High School became a world-class finalist. Find out about all the ...
    Lane Armey
    May 31, 2013
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    Guard Culture

    All work and no play is not good for the guard. Add some positive culture to your guard team with ...
    Chris Dillon
    May 31, 2013
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    Attend a Summer Masterclass

    With the end of the school year approaching, it’s a great time to consider attending a summer music masterclass, camp ...
    Mary Karen Clardy
    April 16, 2013
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    The Slide Trumpet

    Find out from brass instructor Chase Sanborn how the slide trumpet can be used as a learning tool. From Halftime ...
    Chase Sanborn
    April 16, 2013
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    Commit Yourself and Go for It

    For drumming, as with most things in life, you really have to “go for it” to achieve success. This mantra ...
    Lane Armey
    April 16, 2013
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    The Power of the Hand

    There is one expressive tool that is often undervalued by performers: the hand. Find out tips from guard instructor Chris ...
    Chris Dillon
    April 16, 2013
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    Get to Work

    I present a lot of clinics, and I meet a lot of young, aspiring musicians. A question I get a ...
    Jeff Coffin
    January 30, 2013
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    Playing by Ear

    By the time you read this column, the holiday season will have passed, but it is in full swing as ...
    Chase Sanborn
    January 30, 2013
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    Memorizing Music

    Memorizing music is key for most all marching musicians, but it is particularly important in marching percussion. And as drum ...
    Lane Armey
    January 30, 2013
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    A Strong Spine

    Every art form has a spine in which the entire structure of the performance rests. As a color guard performer, ...
    Chris Dillon
    January 30, 2013
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    Hold It

    Let’s talk about holding your clarinet properly. This topic seems so obvious that you’re probably tempted to stop reading right ...
    Jim Snyder
    January 25, 2013
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    Self-Eval

    Find out how to evaluate each music student's overall abilities. By Chase Sanborn, jazz trumpeter, educator and author. From Halftime ...
    Chase Sanborn
    January 25, 2013
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    The Little Stuff

    Paying attention to details can vastly improve your drumline. Find out how to work on attacks and releases, buzz rolls ...
    Lane Armey
    January 24, 2013
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    Aftermath

    How can performers use the moments after a show to improve their future experiences? Find out from leading color guard ...
    Chris Dillon
    January 24, 2013
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    Ins & Outs of Trills

    Accurate use of trill keys is essential for speed, intonation and technical confidence. Choosing which key(s) to use can be ...
    Mary Karen Clardy
    November 21, 2012
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    How Much Should You Practice? (Part 2)

    How much should you practice to achieve perfection? Insights from jazz trumpeter Chase Sanborn. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication ...
    Chase Sanborn
    November 21, 2012
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    Taking It Slowly

    Percussion tips from Lane Armey. Drumming slowly is absolutely essential to drumming well at faster tempos. From Halftime Magazine, a ...
    Lane Armey
    November 21, 2012
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    Counts vs. Musicality

    We are at the point in field season where the counts that were once a foundation of choreography must now ...
    Chris Dillon
    November 21, 2012
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    Learn From “Mistakes”

    While in pursuit of the "perfect" playing experience, we make a lot of mistakes. But keep in mind that mistakes ...
    Jeff Coffin
    August 21, 2012
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