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Showmanship: Write It In
The best performers are those who take the leap to rehearse expressive qualities with every run-through. But let’s be real. ... -
On the Move
Proper marching is a critical element of clean, crisp routines. A strong core, sideline awareness and staying in step all ... -
Aim for 100
Advice for color guards from Catina Anderson, from Halftime Magazine, a print and online publication about the marching arts. -
A Second Chance
What happens when you’ve dreamed for years of being drum major, but that dream doesn’t come true? you try again. ... -
In the Toaster
Advice for color guard performers from Catina Anderson. From Halftime Magazine, the sights, sounds and spirit of the marching arts. -
Off-Season Training
Color guard tips about what to do in the off-season from Halftime Magazine, a print publication for the marching arts. -
Bands Give Back
Students and marching bands as a group donate their talent and time to support charitable organizations. By helping others, they ... -
Ready for Rifle
Without proper taping, your rifle can go from “shiny and new” to “split in two” with just one bad toss. ... -
Team-Building Tips
Some of the best parts ofcolor guard are the friendshipsyou develop frombeing part of a team. Butbuilding a cohesive teamtakes ... -
Perfect Your Drop Spins
One of the first skills that new performers learn is the drop spin. It helps build strength in the forearm ... -
More Than a Smile
Showmanship is more than a great smile. It’s interpreting your music, connecting with the audience and conveying emotion through non-verbal ... -
When It’s Good to Cheat
It is important to know the correct hand placement for every count of your routines. Consistent hand placement across the ... -
Why Winter Guard?
As marching band season draws to a close, performers throughout the world are gearing up for the challenge and excitement ... -
Overcoming Obstacles
According to poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: “Music is the universal language of mankind.” This phrase takes on a whole new ... -
Olympic Dreams
We’ve all seen images of China on TV. Imagine experiencing it while performing as part of an international Olympic Orchestra. ... -
First Impressions
We’ve all heard that first impressions are important. When it comes to a competition, the first impression you make on ... -
Tossing in the Wild Outdoors
Color guard, like any other physical activity, involves risk. While you cannot eliminate risk entirely, you can reduce the chance ... -
Sail Away!
When the fabric of your flag gets caught on the top end cap of your pole, it’s called a “sail” ... -
In Case of Emergency
With the beginning of Winter Guard season approaching, you can stay stress-free by taking a few tips from Color Guard ... -
Tight Transitions
Whether you’re putting those finishing touches on your fall show or starting your winter season, well-performed transitions are an often-overlooked ...
