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Women in DCI Initiative
To provide support to women in the marching arts, Drum Corps International (DCI) launched “IN STEP: Women in DCI,” an ... -
The Cadets and Drum Corps International Make Strides Against Sexual Abuse
As in many other industries, #TimesUp for marching bands and drum corps when it comes to sexual misconduct. In early ... -
Lee Carlson Becomes New Drum Corps International Artistic Director
Tapping into his experiences as a performer, instructor, and judge, Lee Carlson plans to continue encouraging corps creativity as the ... -
All in the Case
Back in the third grade when it was time to select a band instrument to play, my classmates were busy ... -
Mouthpiece Matchmaking
Choosing and playing a mouthpiece ultimately is a personal decision. What works for others might not work for you; what ... -
Learning New Music? Slice It Up
Have you ever been given a new piece of music and struggled to learn it in a timely manner? One ... -
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 ... -
Remo Colortone Drumheads
With marching arts fans and judges demanding musical excellence as well as visual appeal, Remo Inc. is helping ensembles take ... -
Apple’s “Everyone Can Create” Curriculum
According to Apple, “Everyone Can Create.” To help students with their creations, Apple released specially-priced iPads for educational settings as ... -
Zoom’s H1n Handy Portable Digital Recorder
While small enough to slip into a jacket or pants pocket, Zoom’s H1n Handy Portable Digital Recorder offers professional-quality recordings ... -
Regionals—May 2018 to July 2018
A regional listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences. From May 2018 to July 2018. WEST Drum Corps ... -
University of California (Berkeley) Marching Band
After 40 years as a band director with more than 20 at the University of California, Berkeley, Dr. Robert Calonico ... -
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 ... -
Lasting Lats
Strengthening your arms and upper back will help your control and form as a marching performer. For marching members, the ... -
Crossword: State of the State
A musical-themed crossword puzzle created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the May/June 2018 installment. ACROSS 1. Rapid 5. Rational ... -
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 ... -
Balancing Band with Band
Juggling multiple musical endeavors can be intimidating. But many musicians value the unique rewards and have developed strategies that prevent ... -
Do Re Memes for Marching Band
Band humor makes popular material for memes loved by members and nonmembers alike. Yo Dawg, I heard you like band ... -
Fostering the Underserved
Ten years ago, Chiawana High School in Pasco, Washington, did not exist. Nine years ago, the high school opened its ... -
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 ... -
Disney Youth Programs’ New Blog
Learn all about the magic of Disney Youth Programs on its new blog, disneyyouth.com/blog, which launched last fall. Geared toward ... -
University of Minnesota Band Appears in Super Bowl Halftime
The University of Minnesota Marching Band took the field alongside pop artist Justin Timberlake during Super Bowl LII on Feb. ... -
Maple Elementary Marches at Baltimore Ravens Game
Imagine being an 8-year-old marching at a professional football stadium. This remarkable experience came true for the Maple Elementary Marching ... -
From Marching to Concert
Flutists face specific challenges balancing marching band with concert band as the style and approach are completely different. Here are ... -
Writing for Winter Percussion
Over the last decade working with Homestead Percussion in Cupertino, California, director and music arranger Dave Sankus and I have ... -
Practicing at Home
Instructors expect guard members to put in time conditioning, stretching, and practicing different parts of their show outside of regular ... -
Zildjian Survival Kit and Backpack Cymbal Bag
Zildjian’s new products are designed with on-the-road percussionists in mind. The company’s new Drummer’s Survival Kit and cymbal bags are ... -
Jupiter Sax Gig Strap
Shirts, slacks, and shoes all come in different sizes—why should sax straps be any different? The Jupiter Sax Gig Strap ... -
Pinole Valley High School Band
From the Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco to Halloween events at local elementary schools and many others, the ... -
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 ...