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Initial Attacks
Many players have difficulty with initial attacks, whether a single note or the first in a succession of notes. Coordinating ... -
Fancy Feet
One of the very earliest skills a marching percussionist needs to master is his or her feet. Find out how, ... -
Be Positive on Criticism
Chris Casteel, a color guard instructor, writes about the value of positive criticism. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and ... -
StylePlus CorElements
You know the feeling … it’s a sweltering hot day, and under your uniform, you’re soaked through in your own ... -
Lot Riot Clothing Brand
Drummers know that the real show isn’t on the floor or field— it’s in the parking lot—and that concept inspired ... -
Randall May Articulating Back Support Drum Carriers
Practicing perfect posture for percussionists presents plenty of problems. Randall May International has created a new Articulating Back Support (ABS) ... -
Regionals – July/August 2013
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From May to July 2013. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
Colts Drum and Bugle Corps
With almost 15 combined years as a participant and administrator, Jeff MacFarlane takes over the reigns as executive director in ... -
Florida A&M Marching 100
Less than two years after Florida A&M’s hazing incident and disbanding of the Marching 100, a new band director—Dr. Sylvester ... -
Tongue Tied?
Say, “Ah.” When doctors and dentists look at your tongue, they are getting a look at your overall health. Find ... -
Crossword: Put It on Mute
A musical-themed crossword puzzle, created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the May/June 2013 puzzle. -
The FAQs of Music Licensing
The music licensing process can be intimidating. Maybe you don’t know how to begin, are afraid you don’t have the ... -
Show Me the Money
Whether out of financial necessity or a desire to appeal to broader audiences, some marching bands are starting to look ... -
Looking Back and Ahead in 2013
Read the musings of Halftime Magazine publisher and editor-in-chief Christine Ngeo Katzman. In this May/June 2013 issue, she reflects on ... -
USC Performs in “The Croods” Film
The University of Southern California Trojan Marching Band (USC TMB) was recently featured in the opening track, “Smash and Grab,” ... -
Doane College Starts Marching Band
The news is spreading around the campus of Doane College in Crete, Neb.—there will be a marching band for the ... -
Two Percussion Pioneers Pass Away
The percussion community recently mourned the loss of two pioneers: Pro-Mark drumsticks founder Irvin “Herb” Brochstein and Sabian founder Robert ... -
Marching Roundtable Shares Expert Secrets
The Marching Roundtable Podcast Series, celebrating its second anniversary, presents marching experts in a podcast format that can help educators ... -
Music for All 2013 Hall of Fame
Music for All (MFA) inducted three new members into the prestigious Bands of America (BOA) Hall of Fame: James Campbell, ... -
Pick a New One
When it's time to replace your instrument, what should you look for? By Jim Snyder, The Clarinet Guy. From Halftime ... -
YouTubing
Discover and listen to brass musicians on YouTube. You'll gain a powerful tool for your own playing. By jazz trumpeter ... -
WGI Finals Debut
On its first trip to WGI World Championships, Homestead High School became a world-class finalist. Find out about all the ... -
Guard Culture
All work and no play is not good for the guard. Add some positive culture to your guard team with ... -
New Marching Brass Offerings
In the last six months, two percussion companies took a leap forward toward creating an all-around instrumental solution for the ... -
Regionals – May/June 2013
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From May to July 2013. -
Lassiter High School
After 37 years as a band director (31 with a single band), Alfred L. Watkins retires from Lassiter High School. ... -
Find Something You Love
We’ve all heard the advice to follow your passions. When it comes to exercise, that suggestion also rings true. From ... -
Crossword: How Do You Rank?
A musical-themed crossword puzzle, created exclusively for Halftime Magazine. Here is the May/June 2013 puzzle. -
Wonder Women
In many ways, music education is a man’s world. According to researcher Elizabeth Gould in 2005, less than 10 percent ... -
College “Class” in WGI
In recent years, the number of college-affiliated indoor marching groups has seemingly exploded. Why? And how do these programs experience ...