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DCI Rules and Systems Task Force
Drum Corps International held its annual meeting in January. As part of the outcome, DCI will test the addition of ... -
“Today Show” Host Joins High School Band
Ann Curry, host of NBC’s “Today Show,” played a stint with the Bergenfield (N.J.) High School Band as part of ... -
Prep for Auditions
Success in auditions requires preparation, practice and experience. These suggestions will organize your practice time and help you develop confidence ... -
Keep It Clean
Keeping your instrument and mouthpiece clean will improve both the performance and longevity of your instrument (and prevent you from ... -
Eight-on-a-Hand
Eight-on-a-hand comes in various shapes and sizes but is universally the first exercise a drum line plays when warming up. ... -
Keep It Warm
Depending where you live in the country, it may be the middle to end of winter guard season. In this ... -
“What Music Means to Me” Book
At a time when remembering the value of music education is so important, photographer Richard Rejino has released the book ... -
iKlip Universal Microphone Stand Adapter
If you or your band is lucky enough to own an iPad, you’ve probably already started exploring the many different ... -
HingeStix Practice Drumsticks
Novice drummers will inevitably hold their sticks incorrectly, and even the most advanced professionals can slip into bad habits—which is ... -
Regionals – March/April 2011
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From March to May 2011. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
Pulse Percussion
In 2005, a new independent percussion unit in Southern California sprung to life. Just five years later, the group hit ... -
In the Middle of It All
Starting something new is never easy, but it does provide many growthopportunities. One drum major faces the challenges of moving ... -
Proper Posture
Having appropriate body alignment during music performances can lead to better posture all the time. From Halftime Magazine, a print ... -
January/February 2011 Digital Edition
Halftime Magazine presents the sights, sounds and spirit of the marching arts. The January/February 2011 issue features the BCS Bowl ... -
The Granddaddy of Them All
As the oldest bowl, the Rose Bowl Game has been officially nicknamed the “Granddaddy of them All,” bringing great recognition ... -
Bowl-A-Rama
The 2010 football season created a varied roster of teams for the 2011 BowlChampionship Series. From first-timers to seasoned veterans, ... -
Raising the Bar on Raising Money
In a difficult economy, nearly everyone has been forced to make cuts or find ways to bring in more income. ... -
USC Trojan Marching Band on “Glee” – Pt. 2
All of America will be glued to the television this Sunday, Feb. 6, for the Super Bowl—but after the game ... -
Rose Parade Bands 2011
More than 50 musical groups compete for 16 openings every year, according to the Tournament of Roses website. Se the ... -
V-Drums Contest
Who is the nation’s best drummer? A new contest put on by Roland crowned a winner—Go-Go Ray of Kansas City, ... -
Congrats to Fall Marching Champions
Marching season is over, and attention is now shifting to concert band, jazz band, indoor percussion and winter guard. Here’s ... -
Notre Dame Wins Sudler Trophy
The University of Notre Dame Band from South Bend, Ind., has joined the esteemed ranks of Sudler Trophy winners. The ... -
UCLA’s Lovin’ It in a New McDonald’s Ad
Did somebody say McDonald’s? The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Bruin Marching Band appeared in a commercial as a ... -
NAMM SchoolJam USA
Some of the nation’s top teen bands include marching band students. NAMM’s SchoolJam USA competition rewards the best teen music ... -
Ultimate Music Room Makeover
Band director Doug Brown and his students at William Campbell Combined School in Naruna, Va., received the “Ultimate Music Room ... -
Spirit of America Tours South Africa
In September, a new field and parade band will be created in Durban, South Africa, courtesy of the Spirit of ... -
Ask Questions
Students and teachers are partners with the same goal: You seek information; we have the information you seek (hopefully). Effectively ... -
Time to Get Hyped!
Drum lines are famous (or infamous) for ways in which they encourage bonding, notably through hypes. What's a hype? From ... -
From the Door to the Floor
Winter guard season is upon us and with it brings an entirely new performance perspective. The audience and judges are ... -
King System Blue SB30 Euphonium Hybrid
Excitement is building around the King System Blue SB30 Euphonium Hybrid and the possibilities it creates. The SB30 is a ...