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2008 DCI Champions
Phantom Regiment speared the World Class competition with “Spartacus” while the Blue Devils were “Constantly Risking Absurdity” as the defending ... -
Regionals – Sep/Oct 2008
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From September to November 2008. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
Bandsman Larry Harmon Passes Away
Larry Harmon, entertainment pioneer and former three time drum major, passed away on July 3, 2008, at the age of ... -
Aerator Garment Bag
Uniform managers and uniform manufacturers alike caution that students should let their uniforms air out before placing them in traditional ... -
Flute Basics
The most basic of human actions is the ability to breathe, and an understanding of the breathing process is fundamental ... -
Training with Tuners
Raise your hand if your band director stands in front of you with a tuner, calling out: “Flat! Push in!” ... -
Tuning Your Snare
There are many approaches to tuning a snare drum. Check out just a few of Dennis DeLucia's tuning tips. From ... -
First Impressions
We’ve all heard that first impressions are important. When it comes to a competition, the first impression you make on ... -
The Thrill of Drill
Whether for their own band or for other schools, marching show designers consistently churn out creative, entertaining drill season after ... -
Sail Away!
When the fabric of your flag gets caught on the top end cap of your pole, it’s called a “sail” ... -
Thoughts About Marching Percussion
As the indoor percussion season comes to an end, here are seven thoughts that can help you continue to improve ... -
Slide to Success
The trombone slide is one of the simplest means of changing the pitch of a musical instrument. Push it out, ... -
In Need of Repair
The following sounds should not come from the clarinet: Squeak! Chirp!! Squawk!!! The good news is: It may not be ... -
GrooveTech T-Handle
Tired of tough, drawn out drum repairs? The GrooveTech T-Handle Drum Key will help you spin each rod quickly and ... -
L.A. Splash Cosmetics
If you’re sick of reapplying makeup every 20 minutes while you and your fellow guard members wait to perform, you ... -
RMP-12: Roland’s Electronic Marching Percussion
Are you ready to enter into a whole new world of electronic percussion? The RMP-12 from Roland Corporation will take ... -
Stadium Swap-Outs at DCI and USSBA
Two of the country’s biggest competitive marching circuits were both hit with big stadium problems, causing the relocation of their ... -
Music For All Inductees
Three icons in the world of music education were inducted into the Bands of America (BOA) Hall of Fame during ... -
I Want to be on MTV
Is your high school marching band ready for reality TV? Read about a new show that will follow the lives ... -
Disney Magic
Marching down Main Street, U.S.A. at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom has often been described by students as a once-in-a-lifetime ... -
What Do You Want to be When You Grow Up?
What do you want to be when you grow up? Publisher Christine Ngeo Katzman reminisces about childhood dreams and career ... -
Why I Started Halftime Magazine
In her own words…Christine Ngeo Katzman gives the scoop on why she started Halftime Magazine. A Web site community and ...