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Wrapping, Sails and the Newbie
Happy summer! As I write this, I am sure that the majority of us are in the midst of summer ... -
2015 WGI Winners
With a whole new category of indoor competition being debuted at WGI Sport of the Arts, this year’s championships weekend ... -
Rearview Mirror
Congratulations! You made it through yet another year-long ride on the color guard coaster. It all started with the first ... -
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 ... -
Contemporary Color
David Byrne of rock band Talking Heads is putting together a concert that will pair color guards with live music ... -
We Are All Wobblers
Beginners and experts in a field have a lot more in common than you would think. Guard instructor Chris Casteel ... -
Fears and Fixes
In his famous inaugural speech, President Franklin D. Roosevelt said: “The only thing we have to fear is ... fear ... -
Coping With Body Dysmorphia
Having a strong relationship with ourselves gives us mental and physical tools to help prevent a distorted image of our ... -
Band Shoppe Announces Winners of its Design Contest
Have you ever wanted to design your own band or guard uniforms? Or pick out your own flags? While much ... -
“Practice Makes Perfect” … or Does It?
Is practice the only thing it takes to make a guard perfect? There comes a time when “practicing” must shift ... -
DSI Flag Pole Weight Anchors
Director’s Showcase International (DSI) has released a set of flag pole weight anchors engineered specifically for color guard flag poles ... -
Cheer Factor SubDi II Warm-Ups
If you’ve been looking for custom warm-up outfits for your marching band that stay in stock as long as you ... -
“Even the Ears Must Dance”
Tips by color guard educator Chris Casteel on harnessing musicality in your movement and overall performance. From Halftime Magazine, a ... -
“You Gotta Find Your Core”
Developing a strong core (or trunk, as many people refer to it) is more about strengthening the group of muscles ... -
King Royal-Air Sabre
For 25 years, Designs by King has manufactured and distributed a number of different types of equipment for color guard ... -
The Aftermath
Waking up the day after a performance with aches and pains seems almost unavoidable; however, this should not be the ... -
Honorable Color Guards
Honorable competitors behave in a courteous way before, during and after a show. Find out some easy ways to let ... -
A Lifetime Journey
Being the daughter of the guard coach led to unique challenges for one performer. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication ... -
Cardboard or Clay?
Color guard professional Chris Casteel inspires students to use their personal histories to mold their performances. From Halftime Magazine, a ... -
What are the Most Memorable WGI Stunts?
Halftime Magazine is writing a feature story about the Most Memorable Stunts in WGI, both in percussion and color guard. ... -
PV and Me
Production Value (PV) is a term performers may hear as part of a General Effect judge commentary. It is the ... -
Dance! Twirl! March?
While the majority of marchingbands perform with color guards,other auxiliary groups such astwirlers and dance teams haveexperienced mixed receptionfrom band ... -
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 ... -
Workouts by Section
Different types of instruments and equipment require you to use your muscles in varying ways. Try these workouts customized for ... -
What are the Best Apps for Marching Bands?
What are the best apps for marching band? We want to know your opinion! From Halftime Magazine, a print and ... -
Be Positive on Criticism
Chris Casteel, a color guard instructor, writes about the value of positive criticism. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and ... -
Marching Roundtable Shares Expert Secrets
The Marching Roundtable Podcast Series, celebrating its second anniversary, presents marching experts in a podcast format that can help educators ... -
Guard Culture
All work and no play is not good for the guard. Add some positive culture to your guard team with ... -
Strike Up the Brand
With their energy, colorful uniforms and good ol’ American feeling, marching bands have caught the attention of advertising agencies and ... -
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 ...
