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2011 WGI Winners
Congratulations to the 2011 WGI World Champions. This year’s championships sought to be “the most amazing show on Earth”; with ... -
Visual Appeal
Visual effect has always been an important consideration in marching shows. Today’s groups are pushing the envelope with more body ... -
On One Condition
Stretching. Sit-ups. Pushups. Weight training. Dance moves. Sound like an aerobics class at the gym? Actually, it’s the start of ... -
Jumpstart the Fall Season
Musings by Christine Ngeo Katzman, Halftime Magazine publisher and editor-in-chief. In this issue: the importance of physical conditioning for band ... -
Lautzenheiser Joins Music for All
Music for All (MFA) announced that Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser has joined the organization as the senior educational advisor. The position ... -
Introducing Cadets2 – Print Article
A new drum corps, created by Youth Education in the Arts (YEA!), will be taking the field beginning in 2012. ... -
LPGA Golfer Bae Suports Drum Corps International
Professional LPGA golfer Kyeong Bae recently attempted to win hundreds of thousands of dollars for Drum Corps International (DCI). Bae ... -
Marching a Marathon
If you think your local parade is long and tiring—think again. The Huddersfield University Marathon Band marched and played the ... -
Flutes in Space
There’s one special Powell Flute that is out of this world—literally! Colonel Cady Coleman, United States astronaut, brought several flutes ... -
Bill Cook’s Legacy
When Indiana entrepreneur Bill Cook died on April 15, he left a legacy not only as an innovator of medical ... -
Get Around Roadblocks
Roadblocks! It’s time we steer the clarinet-car around them! You know what I’m talking about: those things we’ve convinced ourselves ... -
Mutes 101
Mutes insert into, are attached to, or are held in front of the bell of the horn. Though a mute ... -
Summer Drummin’
Summertime: The end of the school year—and looking forward to the start of the next year. As a marching percussionist, ... -
Summertime Stamina
A performer without stamina is like a sailboat on an ocean without wind. It may look great, but there is ... -
Cymbal Doctor
Something new has crashed into the world of percussion— Cymbal Doctor, a kit developed by Larry Jaworske and Sam Lankford, ... -
Tama Marching Drums
Tama Drums, a Japanese-based set drum brand, is moving into the world of marching percussion. Drum Corps International Hall of ... -
Regionals – May/June 2011
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From May to July 2011. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
Westlake High School Band
With its receipt of the 2010 Sudler Shield, the Westlake High School Band joins the elite few who have been ... -
First Time Around
With dreams of being on top of the band podium since fifth grade, a rookie fulfills her goal of being ... -
Lose the Love Handles
Strengthen your sides to help support your back. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication for the marching arts. -
Crossword: “Band Lit?”
A musical-themed crossword puzzle featuring fun clues combining music and literary works of art. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication ... -
Shooting Guard: A Photo Essay
Photojournalist David Paone stumbled upon the subject matter of guard during a stint teaching high school photography. What he discovered ... -
March/April 2011 Digital Edition
Read the March/April 2011 issue of Halftime Magazine via the Digital Edition, an interactive web-based version of the print magazine ... -
In Fashion?
In guard fashion, one day it’s in, and the next it’s out. Halftime Magazine spoke to 12 different designers, companies ... -
Spring Fling
Participating in a spring festival not only provides educational and musical learning opportunities but also allows new friendships to form ... -
March Madness
Even though many differences exist in how basketball pep bands operate, they have a common desire to pump up the ... -
The Quest to Begin Music Education
Musings by Christine Ngeo Katzman, Halftime Magazine publisher and editor-in-chief. In this issue: the quest to buy a piano and ... -
2011 Honda Battle of the Bands Wrap-Up
Eight of the top Historically Black College and University marching bands played for nearly 60,000 fans at the 9th annual ... -
“The Sound of Perfection” Movie in Pre-Production
David Yarbrough is a man with a vision—to produce a blockbuster feature movie, titled “The Sound of Perfection,” that will ... -
Super Bowl Super Bands
Professional football’s biggest event once again showcased marching bands. The Super Bowl halftime show performed by The Black Eyed Peas ...