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Mineola High School Band
“The Sound of the Swarm” from Mineola, Texas, works together as a “bamily” to achieve top honors in the state ... -
Flexibility Under Pressure
A band trip to London with unexpected surprises helps one drum major understand the value of staying calm when faced ... -
Edward Protzman Receives George N. Parks Award
When Edward Protzman arrived at Mason (Ohio) High School in 2017, the band program had experienced a whirlwind of director ... -
Captain of Her Own Destiny
Though at first feeling inept at spinning, one guard member navigated many new opportunities to hone her craft and leadership ... -
Small but Mighty
Marching bands in rural locations make the most of limited resources to participate just as fully in the activity. Rebecca ... -
High Schoolers in Drum Corps
The youngest participants in drum and bugle corps often make more personal tradeoffs but also potentially have the most to ... -
I&E and U
Individual and ensemble competitions allow soloists and smaller groups of performers to shine outside the larger organizations. Jaden Dupree has ... -
Find a sense of belonging within marching arts
In May my son began practicing with the local high school marching band as a rising freshman. For four days, ... -
Creating Cadences
Many bands march to their own beats by performing signature drumline pieces passed on through generations. As far back as ... -
The Woodlands High School Band
Building the confidence of young musicians has led to consistent success—and a second Sudler Shield—for The Woodlands (Texas) High School ... -
Twirling to the Top
Drum major Morgan Davis has overcome barriers by being the first female of color leading The Ohio State University Marching ... -
U.S. Army All-American Marching Band Discontinued
High school football’s All-American Bowl will no longer include the All-American Marching Band. Due to a change in title sponsorship, ... -
Youth in Music Offers Large Opportunities
Apply to march in the 2019 Holiday Bowl with the Youth in Music Honor Band. Plus Youth in Music announces ... -
2019 Tournament of Roses
Marching groups from around the world showcased The Melody of Life theme at this year’s Rose Parade while The Ohio ... -
Reaching Higher
Major ankle injuries and surgeries could not shatter one student’s dreams to continue her marching career. Halfway through my freshman ... -
United They Stand
Sometimes 1 + 1 is greater than 2. When multiple bands join forces—whether permanently or temporarily—synergies develop to create a ... -
Olentangy Berlin High School Debuts Marching Band
This school year, Olentangy Berlin High School (OBHS) in Delaware, Ohio, opens its doors for the first time, and its ... -
Band Room Makeover Makes the Most of Space
Innovative products and technology as well as practical space-saving ideas can help band directors turn even the smallest space into ... -
DRUMS on the OHIO Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Neither rain, nor hiatus, nor lack of funding has stopped DRUMS on the OHIO, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in ... -
Balancing Band with Band
Juggling multiple musical endeavors can be intimidating. But many musicians value the unique rewards and have developed strategies that prevent ... -
First Marching Band in Shortest St. Pat’s Parade
For the first time since its creation 15 years ago, the World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade featured a marching ... -
2018 Tournament of Roses
You never know what you’re gonna get with the Tournament of Roses. Enjoy Halftime Magazine’s 11th annual photo spread that ... -
Pep Bands on Ice
On many college campuses, bands venture into the hockey arena—and even onto the ice rink—to pump up the crowd. Boston ... -
Turning Criticism into Critique
A drum major learns the hard way to check his hubris and turn around his attitude after receiving the worst ... -
Wagner College and More in the Media
The Wagner College Marching Band in Staten Island, New York, performed for a really, really big pig in the film ... -
Dealing With Change
In stressful situations, remember to work together rather than tear each other apart. Change is never easy for a large ... -
Wearing Your Band on Your Sleeve
Band boosters and parents can show their pride by purchasing merchandise that features the organization’s name and logo. When The ... -
Bingo, Bunco, or Bust?
For band programs, running once-popular Bingo fundraiser nights is no longer as profitable as in the past. Enhance or create ... -
Engaging Alumni
Every spring, students and parents naturally leave the band program after graduation. Learn ways to keep them coming back. Every ... -
2016 Fall Championship Recap
At Bands of America, Carmel (Indiana) HS was named Grand National Champion for its show, “Adagio Presto.” It previously won ...