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DCI 2021 Summer Preview
Drum corps is back—live! Learn about the show themes, the unique preparations, the training, and the tour directly from the ... -
Leading in a Global Pandemic
Though challenges seemed daunting, the Temple University marching band forged ahead with innovations and unequivocal joy. In March of 2020, ... -
Growth Through Vulnerability
For a drum major in 2020, facing ever-changing obstacles led to unexpected opportunities. Ever since I could remember, I have ... -
From Self-Starters to Inspiring Student Leaders
Sponsored by BAND: Empower student leaders to tackle more responsibilities in school music programs. From operating sectionals to planning social ... -
Careers in the Marching Arts
Explore behind-the-scenes jobs beyond the director’s podium that help a marching program run smoothly. Marching band composer Key Poulan fell ... -
Making My Difference
As the drum corps activity progressed through the end of the last decade, so did the concept of student leadership. ... -
All-American Experience in Rome
Each year, All-Americans declared at United Spirit Association camps head off for an unforgettable trip to an international destination. On ... -
Flexibility Under Pressure
A band trip to London with unexpected surprises helps one drum major understand the value of staying calm when faced ... -
The Drum Major Lifecycle
From aspiring hopeful to drum major, from student to teacher, and from motivated to motivator, a drum major grows by ... -
People Over Product
With her commitment to solving problems and forming connections, two-year Phantom Regiment head conductor wins the 2019 Jim Jones Leadership Award. I consider being ... -
University of Southern California’s First Female Drum Major
When the University of Southern California (USC) Trojan Marching Band announced India Anderson as its first female drum major in ... -
Twirling to the Top
Drum major Morgan Davis has overcome barriers by being the first female of color leading The Ohio State University Marching ... -
2018 All American Drumline
This year, the 2018 All American Drumline included 39 students—17 percussionists, 18 drum majors, and four individuals for the new ... -
The Best is Yet to Come
Pushing through early setbacks led Clemson University drum major to the national limelight. I very vividly remember my first high ... -
Selecting Student Leaders
With marching ensembles creating more leadership opportunities for their students, the selection and training process has become more complicated though ... -
Reaching Higher
Major ankle injuries and surgeries could not shatter one student’s dreams to continue her marching career. Halfway through my freshman ... -
Halftime Goes On
Through responsibilities, mistakes, tears, and triumphs, a drum major soaks up all of the experiences from her time leading various ... -
For Love of the Band
While teaching the band to perform, one drum major learned how to lead with the heart. As I marched down ... -
Becoming the Best Leader You Can Be
To be a great leader, first you need to be a great follower. Growing up, I knew I wanted to ... -
Music as a Social Connector
In a world where technology connects us more than ever, it may seem counterintuitive that the very same technology can ... -
Major Firsts for Julie Siberts at The University of Oklahoma
Julie Siberts has been preparing her whole life to become the first female drum major of the Pride of Oklahoma ... -
The Long Road Home
The challenges of being a drum major, a father, and a veteran. Prior to my Expiration of Term of Service ... -
Turning Criticism into Critique
A drum major learns the hard way to check his hubris and turn around his attitude after receiving the worst ... -
All American Drumline & Drum Majors Announced for 2017
Congratulations to Drumlines of America’s 2017 All American Drumline and All American Drum Majors! Drumline: Ralph Nader (of BYOS) Malik ... -
Confessions of an Obsessed Band Mom
Being a band mom brings bundles of joy to parents and kids alike. I have to confess … I ... -
Extended Drum Corps Family-Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps
After experiencing amazing acts of kindness from strangers, a drum corps drum major realizes the activity’s biggest benefits. As a ... -
Marching for MLK Day
Everyone loves a parade. Participating in a parade for Martin Luther King Jr. Day is even more fitting to celebrate ... -
Show Them That You Belong-Central City (Iowa) High School
Being drum major helps one student rise above his shyness and unite his small band into a mighty family. As ... -
Reaching Higher-Bellbrook (Ohio) High School
When the band sets a goal, drum majors must take initiative to help the band achieve success. All of the ... -
2016 DCI Championships
A new champion in a strange uniform. New finalists wowing audiences. Bigger sets and bigger props. It was history in ...
