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Tag: guard

  • A photo of Killian Weston.
    September-October 2019

    Maintain Healthy Habits

    As the season wears on, and the responsibilities outside of color guard add up, some potential negative habits may impact ...
    Killian Weston
    September 29, 2019
  • Styleplus guard max bag.
    September-October 2019

    StylePLUS Guard Max Bag

    Guard members no longer need to carry two, three, or even four different bags to rehearsals and performances. The all-encompassing ...
    Nicole Roberts
    September 29, 2019
  • A photo of Killian Weston.
    May-June 2019

    Scary at First

    “Isn’t that scary?” I’ve heard this question countless times from people watching tosses. Most recently, a middle school student asked ...
    Killian Weston
    June 7, 2019
  • A photo of Anesidora Independent Regional A Winter Guard.
    March-April 2019

    Fabric on the Field and Floor

    Guards often use silks beyond flags to create unique visual effects although these alternative types of equipment can be tricky ...
    Killian Weston
    April 6, 2019
  • A photo of Killian Weston.
    September-October 2018

    Social Media Pros and Cons

    Social media has changed the way that performers, instructors, and fans interact throughout the marching seasons and beyond. Sharing via ...
    Killian Weston
    October 3, 2018
  • A photo of Killian Weston.
    July-August 2018

    Summer to Fall—Preparing for Guard

    While summer is drum corps season for part of the guard world, it’s the closest thing to an off-season for ...
    Killian Weston
    August 12, 2018
  • A photo of Killian Weston.
    May-June 2018

    What’s Next?

    Now that the school year and indoor season are over, what’s next? If you’re a graduating senior, or it’s your ...
    Killian Weston
    June 9, 2018
  • Chris Dillon
    July-August 2017

    Cell Phone Cleaning

    The first few weeks after your color guard team has learned choreography, the routine is clean and looks awesome. And ...
    Chris Dillon
    July 28, 2017
  • Chris Dillon
    January-February 2017

    The Art of Storytelling

    As we jazz run our way into the winter guard season, we find the color guard performer more and more ...
    Chris Dillon
    February 6, 2017
  • Chris Dillon
    November-December 2016

    Flag Handling 101

    In my travels this past field season, I have been a bit surprised to see so many guards struggling with ...
    Chris Dillon
    December 7, 2016
  • Chris Dillon
    September-October 2016

    So, You Have a New Instructor?

    I recently moved from the West Coast to the East Coast and found myself instructing a new color guard. Actually, ...
    Chris Dillon
    October 6, 2016
  • Chris Dillon
    July-August 2016

    Tips for Student Leader

    Some guard programs rely solely on their student leadership to create, choreograph, and clean routines. I can only imagine how ...
    Chris Dillon
    August 2, 2016
  • Chris Dillon
    January-February 2016

    In Pursuit of Tenths

    Competition results often come down to just a matter of tenths. Such a fractional percentage of a score, yet just ...
    Chris Dillon
    February 2, 2016
  • Chris Dillon
    November-December 2015

    In the Details

    At the end of each competitive season, guards across the country work hard to clean and improve nearly every aspect ...
    Chris Dillon
    December 27, 2015
  • September-October 2015

    All in the Journey

    The rush of a fantastic performance is one of the most amazing things about color guard, but performance only accounts ...
    Killian Weston
    December 13, 2015
  • Chris Dillon
    July-August 2015

    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 ...
    Chris Dillon
    November 5, 2015
  • Chris Dillon
    May-June 2015

    Rearview Mirror

    Congratulations! You made it through yet another year-long ride on the color guard coaster. It all started with the first ...
    Chris Dillon
    August 10, 2015
  • Sectionals

    “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 ...
    Chris Dillon
    July 10, 2014
  • Behind the Baton

    A Musical Transition

    Are you a woodwind player but want to march corps? Being drum major could be your ticket. From Halftime Magazine, ...
    Jessica Palmer
    July 10, 2014
  • Features

    Most Memorable WGI Stunts

    Falling. Rolling. Leaping. Though not requiredmaneuvers in an indoor percussion or winter guardprogram, these movements do make a WGI showstand ...
    Mitchell King
    March 26, 2014
  • Fitness to the Max

    Workouts by Section

    Different types of instruments and equipment require you to use your muscles in varying ways. Try these workouts customized for ...
    Haley Greenwald-Gonella
    September 17, 2013
  • Sectionals

    The Guard Journal

    The summer training season is an excellent time to start a color guard journal focused on the processes of equipment, ...
    Chris Dillon
    August 20, 2012
  • Sectionals

    Conquering Trouble Spots

    If you are facing a trouble spot in your show, you are not alone. Here is the battle plan. From ...
    Chris Dillon
    September 23, 2011
  • Sectionals

    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. ...
    Catina Anderson
    November 21, 2010
  • Features

    2010 DCI Champions

    Despite some controversies both on and off the field at this year’s Drum Corps International World championships, one thing was ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    October 4, 2010
  • Sectionals

    Off-Season Training

    Color guard tips about what to do in the off-season from Halftime Magazine, a print publication for the marching arts.
    Catina Anderson
    January 27, 2010
  • Sectionals

    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 ...
    Catina Anderson
    July 10, 2008
  • Gear Up

    Air Blade by Band Shoppe

    Is your guard ready to try something different? The Air Blade by Band Shoppe is an exciting new spin on ...
    Elizabeth Geli
    July 8, 2008
  • Sectionals

    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 ...
    Catina Anderson
    November 15, 2007

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