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Lip Care
When your lips hurt, it’s hard to focus on performing. Here are some of the most common problems and remedies. ... -
Successful Crowdfunding
A new type of fundraising opportunity has emerged in the past few years. What’s the best way for your band ... -
Fun-Sized Drum Corps
Drum Corps International’s SoundSport and DrumLine Battle, which allow smaller ensembles to participate in new types of marching programs, have ... -
Legendary Band Directors
Halftime Magazine asked our followers and fans who they felt were the most legendary band directors at the high school ... -
What does it take to become a legend?
What does it take to become a legend? In this issue of Halftime Magazine, we celebrate the following four “Legendary ... -
Gil Silva Retires From Drum Corps Associates
Soon after the 2015 drum corps season comes to an end, so will the tenure of Drum Corps Associates (DCA) ... -
Hoch Continues as Interim Director at Ohio State
After months of searching for a new athletic band director, The Ohio State University has decided to continue with Dr. ... -
Stanford Banned From Away Games
The Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band (LSJUMB) has found itself in hot water once again, after a university investigation ... -
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 ... -
Parade Prep
There are few types of activities in the marching world more polarizing than parades. Some people view them as distractions ... -
Compression Tactics
Making a balloon squeal by releasing small amounts of air through a stretched opening bears resemblance to the function of ... -
Studio Sessions
In March 2015, I went to Havana, Cuba, with the Crescent Super Band, part of an after-school program started by ... -
Manhasset Tablet Holder
As technology becomes more prevalent in our society, people are relying more and more on it for every aspect of ... -
Seavine Cymbal Gloves
Cymbal gloves have always been a necessity in the world of the marching arts; however, for a long time, it ... -
Musser Front Ensemble Marching Frames
Marching frames for front ensemble instruments have existed for decades; however, some are incredibly hard to use, and others are ... -
Regionals – July/August 2015
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From July to September 2015. WEST Ascend Performing ... -
Boston Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps
A corps with a long, strong tradition, the Boston Crusaders is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Leading the realm is Andy ... -
Not Another Stereotype
A male flutist overcomes bullying and a rough family history to become drum major and drum major coordinator of the ... -
Spring Warm-Up
Getting back into shape after a hiatus? Tune up your muscles, especially your hips. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication ... -
Crossword: Countdown
A musical-themed crossword puzzle, created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the May/June 2015 issue. -
WGI Winds Debuts
WGI Sport of the Arts brings a new experience to indoor competition with the introduction of WGI Winds. From Halftime ... -
Being Bisectional
Switching sections within a season or between seasons brings rewards to many marching arts participants. It also adds its own ... -
Time for Change
Publisher and editor-in-chief Christine Ngeo Katzman ponders the difficulties of change and how to take the first step toward new ... -
Contemporary Color
David Byrne of rock band Talking Heads is putting together a concert that will pair color guards with live music ... -
UNC Charlotte Marching Band Donation
The University of North Carolina (UNC) Charlotte recently received a $2 million donation from alumni Vickie and Gene Johnson in ... -
Purdue Band on “Steve Harvey”
Students from the Purdue University “All-American” Marching Band from West Lafayette, Indiana, performed on the daytime television series “Steve Harvey” ... -
Arcadia Band in NFL Commercial
The Arcadia (California) High School Marching Band appeared in a commercial during Super Bowl XLIX. From Halftime Magazine, a print ... -
Stretching for Flutists
Stretching frequently in a practice session increases flexibility, reduces tension and develops focus instead of frustration. Try these simple exercises ... -
Lost in the Shuffle
Listening to your music collection on shuffle or setting a streaming service on “radio” is a good way to discover ... -
Pearl FFX Redesign and New Drum Finishes
For the 25th anniversary of the FFX Snare Drum, Pearl decided to do more than just a simple refresh of ...