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Emoting Expressions
No matter what type of marching season you’re dealing with—indoor vs. outdoor or in-person vs. virtual—facial expressions are an indispensable ... -
Not Just the Flick of the Wrist
When I was a performer, we never really talked about wrist strength and flexibility, so I never realized their importance ... -
Perks of Non-Competition
The 2021 winter guard season will be very different for those who are coordinating a team. Many circuits are adding ... -
Make the Best of a Weird Season
Here we are, still in the midst of a pandemic that is impacting every aspect of our lives, including marching ... -
A Different Type of Season
The time since I wrote my last column has felt incredibly long. In spite of that, the uncertainty hasn’t changed. ... -
Strong and Accountable
As I write this column, staff and students are in a holding pattern, trying to figure out how to move ... -
Injury Prevention
Those of us who have been spinning for any extended amount of time have accumulated our fair share of injuries. ... -
Fiercely Supportive
The competitive winter guard season is picking up, and guards are debuting their 2020 productions. While we often focus on ... -
Dispelling Drama
“I would never want to teach guard. There’s too much drama.” I’ve heard this comment from band staff who work ... -
Maintain Healthy Habits
As the season wears on, and the responsibilities outside of color guard add up, some potential negative habits may impact ... -
Leading by Following
Whether you’ve been rehearsing for a few months already or don’t get started until an August band camp, keep the ... -
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 ... -
The Beginning of the End
The end of the indoor season is a whirlwind every year, yet it always seems to come out of nowhere. ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Just Keep Breathing
Breath is a key aspect of successful movement, and movement affects every caption score in winter guard competition. Fuel Your ... -
Manage Inner Monologue and Mindset in Color Guard
As a performer, it’s impossible to go too long without developing an inner voice that tells you when something was ... -
All in the Journey
The rush of a fantastic performance is one of the most amazing things about color guard, but performance only accounts ...