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2012 National Memorial Day Parade Lineup

Thu, 24 May 2012 10:00:00 CST

View the complete lineup of elements scheduled to appear in the 2012 National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC, beginning at 2:00 PM (Eastern) on Monday, May 28.

Shaun Canon's Live for Music video features DCI corps

Thu, 17 May 2012 10:00:00 CST

The new music video for Shaun Canon's song Live for Music features high school students, drum corps performers and footage from DCI Championships. See it May 19.

2012 WGI Percussion World Championships Photos - A Class Finalists

Tue, 8 May 2012 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 24 A Class finalist percussion ensembles from the 2012 WGI Percussion World Championships held April 19-21, 2012 in Dayton, Ohio.

Goodall named 2013 Tournament of Roses Grand Marshal

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:00:00 CST

Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace, will serve as the Grand Marshal of the 2013 Tournament of Roses festivities.

2012 WGI Percussion World Championships Photos - Open Class Finals

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 24 open class finalist percussion ensembles from the 2012 WGI Percussion World Championships held April 19-21, 2012 in Dayton, Ohio.

2012 WGI Percussion World Championships Photos - World Class Prelims

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 21:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 36 world class percussion ensembles from the 2012 WGI Percussion World Championships held April 19-21, 2012 in Dayton, Ohio.

2012 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - A Class Finals

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 30 A Class finalist color guards from the 2012 WGI World Championships held April 12-14, 2012 in Dayton, Ohio.

2012 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - Open Class Finals

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 30 open class finalist color guards from the 2012 WGI World Championships held April 12-14, 2012 in Dayton, Ohio.

2012 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - World Class Guards

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 22:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 46 world class color guards from the 2012 WGI World Championships held April 12-14, 2012 in Dayton, Ohio.

2012 SCGC Southeastern Color Guard Circuit Championships Photos

Tue, 3 Apr 2012 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring winter guard and percussion photos from the 2012 SCGC Southeastern Color Guard Circuit Championships held March 30-31, 2012 in Nashville, Tennessee.

2012 North Star Color Guard Circuit Photos

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring winter guard photos from the 2012 North Star Color Guard Circuit contest held March 24, 2012 in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Zach Woodlee master class set for day after WGI Color Guard Championships

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:00:00 CST

Zach Woodlee, one of today's most sought after choreographers in the entertainment industry, will make his debut appearance at the 2012 WGI Color Guard World Championships as part of WGI's highly popular "Day After" series.

National Association of Music Parents (AMP) gains momentum

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:00:00 CST

The National Association of Music Parents (AMP) is pleased to announce the addition of Paige's Music as a new sponsor, as well as the establishment of a new strategic partnership with Drum Corps International.

2012 WGI Mid-South Percussion Championship Photos

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 02:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of all World Class and Open Class percussion ensembles that performed in the WGI Mid-South Percussion Championship on March 17-18, 2012 in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

2012 Winter Circuit Championship Schedule

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 10:00:00 CST

Champions will be crowned as guard and percussion circuits hold their 2012 championship events throughout March and April.

New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:00:00 CST

Information about the New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade to be held Saturday, March 17, 2012.

When I Grow Up...

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 10:00:00 CST

In the latest column From The 13th Chair Trombone Player, humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin ponders the music world through the eyes of a small child and discusses why we need to dream about being an astronaut, doctor and marching band composer.

2012 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade Marching Band Photos

Fri, 6 Jan 2012 10:00:00 CST

View marching band photos from the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade held January 2, 2012 in Pasadena, California.

2012 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade Float Photos

Fri, 6 Jan 2012 10:00:00 CST

View float photos from the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade held January 2, 2012 in Pasadena, California.

2011/2012 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Bandfest Photos

Tue, 3 Jan 2012 16:00:00 CST

View marching band photos from the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Bandfest held December 30-31, 2011 in Pasadena, California.

"Never on Sunday" tradition pushes 2012 Rose Parade to January 2nd

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:00:00 CST

Why is this year's Tournament of Roses parade on Monday, January 2nd? Here's a look at the history and origins of the 'Never on Sunday' tradition.

Hard-working Stampede Showband starting 2012 at Rose Parade

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:00:00 CST

The Calgary Stampede Showband is officially known as Calgary's musical ambassador to the world, but it could also be called the hardest working band in the business. When the band starts 2012 by marching in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade, it will be the first of more than 400 appearances planned for the coming year.

A day in the life of a Macy's Parade marching band

Fri, 9 Dec 2011 10:00:00 CST

Tag along for a behind-the-scenes look at the experience marching bands have when performing in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Tips on Selecting an Indoor Show for your Winter Drum Line

Mon, 5 Dec 2011 10:00:00 CST

Wayne Downey polled some of the brightest minds in indoor percussion to determine the important factors for selecting a winter drum line show.

2011 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Marching Band Photos

Thu, 1 Dec 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching band performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 24, 2011 in New York City.

2011 Bands of America Grand National Championships Semi-Finals Photos

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every band performing in the Bands of America Grand Nationals Semi-Finals on November 12, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Seen and Heard at BOA 2011

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:00:00 CST

Columnist DJ Corchin shares his annual Top 20 Most Hilarious Things Seen or Overheard at the 2011 Bands of America Grand National Championships!

Wanna march? DCI corps auditioning for 2012 season

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:00:00 CST

Drum and bugle corps that compete on the Drum Corps International summer tour will hold auditions for 2012 prospective members in November and December.

Bands of America Honor Band invited to 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:00:00 CST

Music for All's Bands of America Honor Band has received an invitation to perform in the 124th annual Tournament of Roses Parade, January 1, 2013 in Pasadena, California.

National Association of Music Parents (AMP) turns up the volume on arts education advocacy for parents

Mon, 3 Oct 2011 10:00:00 CST

Parents, educators, students and boosters of music education all gain a powerful new champion with the launch of the National Association of Music Parents (AMP).

Post-contest retreat: The day scorching heat and overhydration clashed

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 10:00:00 CST

Former band member Alyssa Grimley reflects on a marching band moment that tested her endurance.

This one time...

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 10:00:00 CST

In the latest column From The 13th Chair Trombone Player, humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin dares to go there ... band camp.

Marching bands to honor 9/11 anniversary

Thu, 8 Sep 2011 10:00:00 CST

As our nation prepares to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, high school marching bands will be among those leading the displays of patriotism.

2011 DCI World Championships Photos - World Class Corps

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring all 23 World Class drum and bugle corps performing in the Drum Corps International World Championships on August 11, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

2011 DCI World Championships Photos - Open Class and International Class Corps

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the 16 Open Class and 2 International Class corps performing in the Drum Corps International World Championships on August 11, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

2011 Jubal Drum and Bugle Corps Photos - DCI World Championships

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring Jubal Drum and Bugle Corps from Dordrecht, The Netherlands performing in the Drum Corps International World Championships on August 11, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Traveling Efficiently

Mon, 1 Aug 2011 10:00:00 CST

Traveling with hundreds of marching band students can sometimes be a headache, but with preparation and communication, your trip can go smoothly.

2011 DCI Minnesota Photos

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 16:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring all the drum and bugle corps performing in Drum Corps International's DCI Minnesota event on July 16, 2011 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

2011 Calgary Stampede Parade Marching Band Photos

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring all the marching bands performing in the Calgary Stampede Parade on July 8, 2011 in Calgary, Alberta.

2011 MACBDA Semi-Finals Photos

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring all the marching bands performing in the MACBDA Semi-Finals field contest on July 9, 2011 in Calgary, Alberta.

2011 Vikingland Band Festival Photos

Tue, 5 Jul 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring all the marching bands performing in the Vikingland Band Festival parade marching championship on June 26, 2011 in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Calgary Stampede Parade to highlight Royal Couple's tour of Alberta

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 10:00:00 CST

Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit Alberta in July and their stop will be highlighted by their participation in the annual Calgary Stampede Parade on Friday, July 8.

Drum Corps International offers ticket discounts, incentives for band groups

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:00:00 CST

Band directors can expose their students to powerful marching programs presented by drum and bugle corps during this year's Drum Corps International summer tour. Groups ordering 20 or more tickets qualify for a discounted ticket rate, complimentary tickets and additional incentives.

2011 Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade Marching Band Photos

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the marching bands performing in the Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade on June 11, 2011 in Portland, Oregon.

2011 Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade Float Photos

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the floats in the Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade on June 11, 2011 in Portland, Oregon.

Shu-Te Band to dazzle Grand Floral Parade crowd for 20th year

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 18:00:00 CST

When the Shu-Te High School Marching Band members don their colorful costumes for Saturday's Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade, it will be the 20th consecutive year the band from Portland's sister city in Kaohsiung, Taiwan has brought its unique brand of pageantry to the event.

The Outside Looking In, Looking Out

Tue, 10 May 2011 10:00:00 CST

In the latest column From The 13th Chair Trombone Player, DJ Corchin explores the sometimes apparent disconnect between the audience and performers ... and we're not just talking choice of wardrobe.

Music for All Summer Symposium redefines summer camp experience for students, directors

Fri, 6 May 2011 16:00:00 CST

Music for All's Summer Symposium is the nation's most comprehensive summer music camp for high school band and orchestra students, and for high school and middle school directors. Register by May 21 for the camp which will be held June 20-25 at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana.

Roll with it: Specialized carts assist marching bands

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 10:00:00 CST

To get equipment on and off the field, the right set of wheels is essential for a stress-free marching band performance. Whether you utilize band boosters to build a cart or buy a ready-made option, these tips from experienced directors can help you make a good choice.

First band selection announced for 2012 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:00:00 CST

A spring ritual got underway today when officials from Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade visited Father Ryan H.S. in Nashville to announce that its band has been selected to march in the 2012 spectacle in New York City. Father Ryan is the first band announced for a lineup that is expected to include 11 marching bands from across the country.

2011 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - Open Class Finals

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 30 independent and scholastic color guards competing in the Open Class Finals at the WGI World Championships on April 9, 2011 in Dayton, Ohio.

2011 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - A Class Finals

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 30 independent and scholastic color guards competing in the A Class Finals at the WGI World Championships on April 8, 2011 in Dayton, Ohio.

2011 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - World Class Semi-Finals

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 44 independent and scholastic color guards competing in the World Class Semi-Finals at the WGI World Championships on April 8, 2011 in Dayton, Ohio.

2011 WGI Mid-South Color Guard Championship Photos

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of winter color guards that performed in the WGI Mid-South Color Guard Championship on March 26-27, 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Tim Lautzenheiser joins Music For All as senior educational advisor

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:00:00 CST

Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser has joined Music for All as Senior Educational Advisor, Music for All recently announced.

2011 WGI Mid-South Percussion Championship Photos

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 16:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of all 50 percussion ensembles that performed in the WGI Mid-South Percussion Championship on March 19-20, 2011 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Don't You Judge Me

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:00:00 CST

In the latest column "From The 13th Chair Trombone Player," humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin considers what makes a good marching band judge.

2011 Winter Circuit Championship Schedule

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 10:00:00 CST

Champions will be crowned as guard and percussion circuits hold their 2011 championship events throughout March and April.

Tournament of Roses Parade Marching Band Photos

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching band performing in the 2011 Rose Parade on January 1, 2011 in Pasadena, California.

Marching band movie needs your help to make it to the big screen

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:00:00 CST

The Sound of Perfection follows a marching band and is based on one of the most popular stories ever to appear in Reader's Digest. With your help, this screenplay will make it to the big screen as a major motion picture.

Working With a Travel Agent

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 10:00:00 CST

Working with a travel agency for band trips allows directors to focus more on the music and less on the logistics.

Fiesta Bowl Parade Marching Band Photos

Sat, 1 Jan 2011 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching band performing in the 2010/2011 Fiesta Bowl Parade on December 31, 2010 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Fiesta Bowl trip memorable for Norton H.S. Marching Band

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 18:00:00 CST

It's only the second day of a six-day trip to the Fiesta Bowl Parade, but the staff of the Norton (Ohio) High School marching band already feels the trip has been worthwhile.

Photos of the 2010 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Marching Bands

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching band performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 25, 2010 in New York City.

Grand(e) Nationals

Tue, 7 Dec 2010 10:00:00 CST

Columnist DJ Corchin spent a weekend at the Bands of America Grand National Championships and in the process reconfirmed why we do this thing called marching band.

I Wanna Play all-star album to benefit school music programs

Thu, 2 Dec 2010 10:00:00 CST

Former Arkansas Governor and part-time bass guitar player Mike Huckabee launched an all-star benefit album called I Wanna Play!: An Album to Put Musical Instruments into the Hands of Every Child in America.

HaMaR Percussion Publications accepting submissions from composers

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 10:00:00 CST

HaMaR Percussion Publications invites composers from all genres of music to submit marching cadences and original works for publishing consideration.

2010 Bands of America Grand National Championships Semi-Finals Photos

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every band performing in the Bands of America Grand Nationals Semi-Finals on November 13, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade reveals band selections by surprise visits

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 10:00:00 CST

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is filled with color and confetti, but the pageantry is not limited to parade day. Macy's brings a dose of showmanship to the marching band selection process by sending parade officials on surprise visits to personally deliver invitations. Go behind-the-scenes with Marching.com on one of the visits.

Seen and Heard at BOA 2010

Sun, 14 Nov 2010 10:00:00 CST

It wouldn't be band without the funny. And it wouldn't be funny without The 13th Chair Trombone Player. Columnist DJ Corchin brings you the top 20 most hilarious things seen or overheard at the 2010 Bands of America Grand National Championships.

Musical Growth Spurt

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:00:00 CST

Everyone loves to travel - but how can bands be sure that their students are still learning while sightseeing and touring around the world? Here are some tips for musical growth during travel.

Nerds vs. Geeks

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 16:00:00 CST

In the latest column "From The 13th Chair Trombone Player," humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin ponders the subtle differences of two powerful words and devises a Geek/Nerd theory.

Getting on Top of Podiums

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 10:00:00 CST

Having the right marching band podium can make rehearsals and performances much easier for conductors and field members alike. Get tips about selecting the right podium from a former drum major, now an instructor, who has climbed to the top hundreds of times.

2010 DCI World Championships World Class Quarterfinals Photos

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every corps performing in the Drum Corps International World Class Quarterfinals on August 12, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Star of Indiana Alumni Corps Photos

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of the Star of Indiana Alumni Corps that performed during the Drum Corps International World Championships World Class Semifinals on August 13, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

2010 DCI World Championships Open Class Semifinals Photos

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every corps performing in the Drum Corps International World Championships Open Class Semifinals on August 13, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Shoe Anatomy 101

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:00:00 CST

All marching shoes are not created equal. In order to avoid sore feet and even stress fractures, band and guard instructors and performers should be aware of the essential parts of a shoe's anatomy to understand what each component can offer.

Ripped Jeans And Self-Esteem

Sat, 7 Aug 2010 10:00:00 CST

In the latest column "From The 13th Chair Trombone Player," humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin finds inspiration from a dropped rifle.

Plastic vs. Wooden Rifles

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 10:00:00 CST

Just as the art of color guard is continually developing, so is the evolution of the rifle. Here are the pros and cons of plastic vs. wooden rifles when it comes to performance, durability, care and cosmetic style.

Bands of America Grand National Champion to get Rose Parade invitation

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:00:00 CST

Music for All and the Pasadena Tournament of Roses have announced a partnership granting the winner of the Bands of America Grand National Championship an invitation to appear in the Tournament of Roses Parade, starting with the 2010 champion for the 2012 parade.

Hell Bent For Victory captures Troopers' comeback

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:00:00 CST

A new film by Michael D. Gough follows the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps throughout its memorable 2009 season and provides a solid keepsake for drum corps fans.

Drum beat sparks music passion

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 16:00:00 CST

Army Staff Sergeant Kevin L. Jahn was inspired by music as a child, and now motivates others through his drumming in two bands supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Sport, Art, or...Spart?

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 10:00:00 CST

In the latest column "From The 13th Chair Trombone Player," humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin addresses the age-old question about whether marching band is a sport.

Sculpture honors ground-breaking band director Cleopas Johnson

Wed, 12 May 2010 10:00:00 CST

A towering new 35-foot sculpture commissioned by Atlanta's Public Arts Program pays tribute to Cleopas Redwood Johnson Jr., the late director of the Morris Brown College Band.

What to do on the first day of rehearsal

Wed, 5 May 2010 10:00:00 CST

Short on time? Few veterans? Regardless of the circumstances facing your band, these strategies from Rob Stein of Standing 'O' Marching can help you blaze a path toward success.

Boot Camp For Bands builds strength, stamina and confidence

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:00:00 CST

Personal trainer Michel Sorrentino-Poole shares how 'boot camp' functional training gives band students an advantage on the field and beyond.

Gimme Some Props

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:00:00 CST

In the latest column "From The 13th Chair Trombone Player," humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin offers unique observations about the use of props in marching band.

2010 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - A Class Finals

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 30 independent and scholastic color guards competing in the A Class Finals at the WGI World Championships on April 9, 2010 in Dayton, Ohio.

The Positive Benefits of Indoor Percussion Competition

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:00:00 CST

Director Daniel Fyffe discovered a world of benefits for his music program after establishing a competitive indoor percussion ensemble.

2010 WGI Color Guard World Championships Photos - World Class Semi-Finals

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 22:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring all 44 independent and scholastic color guards competing in the World Class Semi-Finals at the WGI World Championships on April 9, 2010 in Dayton, Ohio.

2010 SCGC Championships Photos - Color Guard and Percussion

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CST

View a gallery of more than 60 images showing highlights of the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit Championships on March 26-27, 2010 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Marching.com celebrating 15th Season in 2010

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 10:00:00 CST

Marching.com is celebrating a milestone in 2010, and we're starting by saying thanks.

Pasadena Tournament of Roses announces 2011 bands, accepting 2012 applications

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:00:00 CST

The 2011 Rose Parade will feature bands from across the United States plus Mexico and Japan. Applications for the 2012 Rose Parade are due by May 15, 2010, and the Tournament encourages bands of all sizes to apply.

2010 WGI Percussion Photos - Nashville Regional

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 22:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring all 50 percussion ensembles performing in the WGI Percussion Regional on March 20-21, 2010 in Nashville, Tennessee.

From The 13th Chair Trombone Player: An Alternate Universe

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:00:00 CST

Humorous and inspiring author DJ Corchin offers his unique observations about life in the world of marching bands. This is the first in a series of columns that will be published on Marching.com.

The Secrets of a Successful Audition

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:00:00 CST

Whether your goal is a college scholarship, a spot in a drum corps, or a better chair in your high school band, audition secrets from Blue Devils brass arranger Wayne Downey can help you control nerves before, during and after an audition.

A drum corps summer "On the Field"

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST

Author Gregory M. Kuzma captured a summer on the practice field in his nonfiction book, On the Field from Denver, Colorado ... The Blue Knights! The memoir is Kuzma's reflection of his drum corps summer of '94 when he played mellophone with the Blue Knights Drum and Bugle Corps.

Marching.com joins the national SupportMusic coalition to strengthen music education in schools

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST

Marching.com has joined the SupportMusic Coalition, a public service led by U.S.-based NAMM and MENC, that seeks to strengthen community commitment and support for quality music education in schools.

WGI Instructor Registry provides tools for guard and percussion staff members

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST

WGI has established the Instructor Registry, a new online service to provide education materials to color guard and indoor drumline instructors. The service is offered free of charge and can be accessed by simply registering for an account.

A Disappearing Act

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST

Longtime color guard performer Chelsea Blackburn found the best way to explain winter guard to friends is to let them experience it. She shared her personal story with Marching.com.

Portland's giant marching band invites adults to join and march 'one more time'

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST

A new season is about to begin for Portland, Oregon's 500-member One More Time Around Again Marching Band, and the directors invite prospective members from across the country to join.

Calgary Stampede selected to host 2012 WAMSB Championship

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 10:00:00 CST

The Calgary Stampede has been sanctioned to host the 2012 World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) World Championship July 7-10, 2012, in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the Calgary Stampede. The committee anticipates hosting between 30 and 50 marching show bands from around the world.

Wenger Corp. introduces OnBoard Marching Band Podiums

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

With the introduction of new drum major and auxiliary podiums, Wenger Corp. is expanding its OnBoard product family of specialized equipment for marching bands, drum corps and similar groups.

Marching band on skis embodies the spirit of Steamboat Springs

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

Steamboat Springs band members will warm up their instruments on February 7 for the 2010 Winter Carnival Diamond Hitch Parade, like band students have been doing since 1935. They'll head to the main street of their famous winter resort town and play the school's fight song down the length of the parade route. And they'll do it all while marching on skis.

Music For All announces Bands of America Hall of Fame Inductees

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

Music for All announced that Anthony Maiello, Robert Reynolds and Scott McCormick will be inducted into the Bands of America Hall of Fame at the Music for All National Festival on March 6, 2010.

Band boosters help make Rose Parade dreams come true

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

Band boosters are essential to the success of high school marching band programs. At the Tournament of Roses events in Pasadena, dedicated band parents were everywhere. And students were quick to acknowledge the boosters' efforts.

Blind school's marching band fosters student pride, inspires audience

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

The Ohio State School for the Blind Marching Band had just completed its field show performance at the Tournament of Roses Bandfest. The spectators used their feet to stomp and raise the volume of their appreciation. It was a moment the band members will never forget.

2010 Dallas Comerica Bank New Year's Parade Photos

Tue, 5 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the marching bands performing in the Comerica Bank New Year's Parade on January 1, 2010 in Dallas, Texas.

2010 Rose Parade Marching Band Photos

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the 22 marching bands performing in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 2010 in Pasadena, California.

2010 Rose Parade Float Photos

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery of the 42 floral floats featured in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 2010 in Pasadena, California.

Photos of the 2009/2010 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Bandfest

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching band performing in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Bandfest on December 29-30, 2009 in Pasadena, California.

Students of all abilities benefit from involvement in band and music

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:00:00 CST

Their band directors took a chance on them, and these five students went on to contribute to their bands' success, both on the field and in the lives of their fellow band members.

Float honoring marching bands to lead 2010 Rose Parade

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:00:00 CST

If marching band fans ever needed a reason to set an alarm clock on New Year's Day, this is it. The first float appearing in the 2010 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade will be an entry honoring marching bands.

A special 'Band Nerds' holiday poem

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:00:00 CST

Band Nerds Poetry author DJ Corchin has a knack for dreaming up spot-on band humor, and he has created a new poem that might inspire your last-minute shopping.

For Allen High's 638-strong marching band, precision instrumental in coordinating logistics on, off field

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:00:00 CST

Just as buffalo in unimaginable numbers once covered the plains, the Allen High School marching band covers football fields on Friday nights. For the 2009 season, the Collin County school marches 638 members including musicians, color guard and drill team.

Photos of the 2009 Bands of America Grand National Championships Semi-Finals

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery of more than 100 photos featuring all 34 semi-finalist bands competing in the BOA Grand National Championships Semi-Finals on November 14, 2009 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Big fundraising, big emotions send American Fork H.S. Marching Band to BOA Grand National Championships

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:00:00 CST

The American Fork H.S. Marching Band raised $250,000 in two days to compete at the Bands of America Grand National Championships and honor their heroic assistant band director, Heather Christensen, who died in October while trying to keep a bus carrying band students from crashing.

Carrie Underwood donates instruments to hometown school band

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:00:00 CST

American Idol winner Carrie Underwood surprised the staff and students at Checotah High School by personally visiting her alma mater to unveil a major donation of instruments for the school district's music programs.

Photos of the 2009 Bloemencorso Lichtenvoorde Flower Parade Marching Bands

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching unit performing in the Bloemencorso Lichtenvoorde (Lichtenvoorde Flower Parade) on September 13, 2009 in Lichtenvoorde, Netherlands.

Photos of the 2009 Bloemencorso Lichtenvoorde Flower Parade Floats

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every float in the Bloemencorso Lichtenvoorde (Lichtenvoorde Flower Parade) on September 13, 2009 in Lichtenvoorde, Netherlands.

U.S. postage stamp features marching band

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

The United States Postal Service has issued a commemorative stamp in four designs celebrating Thanksgiving Day parades and prominently featuring a marching band.

Photos of the 2009 Beatrix Drum and Bugle Corps Mediastad Muziek Festival

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of the Mediastad Muziek Festival hosted by Beatrix Drum and Bugle Corps on September 12, 2009 in Hilversum, Netherlands.

Photos of the 2009 Fruitcorso Tiel Parade Floats

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every float in the Fruitcorso Tiel Parade on September 12, 2009 in Tiel, Netherlands.

Photos of the 2009 Fruitcorso Tiel Marching Bands

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching band in the Fruitcorso Tiel Parade on September 12, 2009 in Tiel, Netherlands.

Photos of the 2009 Bloemencorso Zundert Flower Parade Floats

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every float in the Bloemencorso Zundert (Zundert Flower Parade) on September 6, 2009 in Zundert, Netherlands.

Photos of the 2009 Bloemencorso Zundert Flower Parade Marching Bands

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every marching unit performing in the Bloemencorso Zundert (Zundert Flower Parade) on September 6, 2009 in Zundert, Netherlands.

Photos of the 2009 Drum Corps Netherlands Finals

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every corps performing in the Drum Corps Netherlands Finals on September 5, 2009 in Dordrecht, Netherlands.

Photos of the 2009 DCI World Championships Open Class Semifinals

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every corps performing in the Drum Corps International World Championships Open Class Semifinals on August 7, 2009 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Photos of the 2009 DCI World Championships World Class Quarterfinals

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a gallery featuring photos of every corps competing in the Drum Corps International World Championships World Class Quarterfinals on August 6, 2009 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Throw It Down captures intensity of drum corps

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:00:00 CST

Throw It Down, an 88-minute documentary from director John E. Maher, offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the reality of marching in a top-ranked drum and bugle corps. The film follows the 2006 season of the Bluecoats from Canton, Ohio, and presents themes that are universal to anyone involved in the marching activity.

Photos of the 2009 Vikingland Band Festival Parade Marching Championship

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring every marching band performing in the 25th Annual Vikingland Band Festival parade marching championship on June 28, 2009 in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Photos of the 2009 Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade Marching Bands

Tue, 8 Jun 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the marching bands performing in the Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade on June 6, 2009 in Portland, Oregon.

Photos of the 2009 Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade Floats

Tue, 8 Jun 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the floats in the Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade on June 6, 2009 in Portland, Oregon.

Photos of the 2009 Portland Rose Festival Bandfest

Tue, 8 Jun 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the bands performing in the Portland Rose Festival Bandfest on June 5, 2009 in Portland, Oregon.

Marching Outside the Box

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:00:00 CST

Minnesota parade bands and Indiana track show bands have perfected the art of marching beyond the football field. You might be surprised to learn about the excellence and innovation that take place in these unique marching venues.

The new checklist for marching posture

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 10:00:00 CST

One hallmark of a great marching unit is consistency in body position and posture. Jeff Young of Dynamic Marching presents a checklist to help you look great without creating too much tension in your body.

The Competitive Edge: Planning for Success

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:00:00 CST

You want your show to reflect your band's identity, challenge your performers and appeal to both the judges and the crowd. That's a tall order, but author and arranger William Spencer-Pierce explains that the key to achieving those goals is planning.

McGrath inspires generations through music on Sesame Street

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:00:00 CST

Even after 40 years on Sesame Street, Bob McGrath talks about the importance of music in early childhood education with a freshness and enthusiasm one might display in a new career. It's clear that Bob McGrath found his calling.

Photos of the Bands of America Honor Band in the Rose Parade

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the Bands of America Honor Band performing in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 2009 in Pasadena, California.

Photos of the Bands of America Honor Band at Float Decorating and Judging

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the Bands of America Honor Band decorating a Rose Parade float and performing during float judging on December 30-31, 2008 in Pasadena, California.

Photos of the Bands of America Honor Band at the Tournament of Roses Bandfest

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 10:00:00 CST

View a photo gallery featuring the Bands of America Honor Band performing in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Bandfest on December 30, 2008 in Pasadena, California.

Rose Parade float decorators find fun, satisfaction

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 10:00:00 CST

Hundreds of volunteer float decorators are busily working toward their New Year's Day deadline getting floats ready for the 2009 Tournament of Roses Parade.

Sounding the bugle on Veterans Day

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:00:00 CST

Bugles Across America is a remarkable organization that remembers and honors veterans by supplying buglers to play Taps at funerals.

Working In Harmony

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:00:00 CST

Fillmore Central H.S. provides opportunities often afforded only to students in larger cities. What the region lacks in size or financial resources, is more than made up for with a small-town work ethic and unbridled teamwork.

Marching Amidst the Glaciers

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:00:00 CST

Colony H.S. band members are hardy souls. As performers in Alaska's only active marching band, they've successfully blazed a trail to elevate the team spirit at their school.

Patrick Henry Hughes tells his inspirational story in I Am Potential

Thu, 9 Oct 2008 10:00:00 CST

The marching band community knew and appreciated Patrick Henry Hughes even before he and his family gained national attention on a February 2008 episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. So it's great to know that, even with newfound fame and national television exposure, marching band is a core part of Patrick's new book titled I Am Potential.

Empowering Multiplicity

Wed, 8 Oct 2008 10:00:00 CST

Teamwork and support among activities is a way of life at Peabody H.S. in Trenton, Tennessee. That's why you'll see so many football jerseys in the band at halftime.

Visualizing the Extraordinary

Wed, 1 Oct 2008 10:00:00 CST

Sebring H.S. marching band member Cody Breen is living the philosophy taught by his band director: that anything is possible. Discover why this story is so extraordinary.

Competition: How important is it?

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:00:00 CST

Competition is one part of a well-rounded marching band experience that also includes teamwork and friendship. Rob Stein explains that if winning is your ultimate goal, you might have a rough season in terms of defining success for your group.

Henson blends winter guard with puppetry in Panther and Crane

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 10:00:00 CST

Heather Henson, daughter of Muppets founder Jim Henson, is prominently featuring flags and props inspired by winter guard in her elaborate stage show titled Panther and Crane. The spectacle is a work in progress that Henson hopes will someday deliver its environmental message to a broader audience.

European flower parades display creative genius

Fri, 5 Sep 2008 10:00:00 CST

They may not have the name recognition enjoyed by the Tournament of Roses or the Portland Rose Festival, but flower parades in European countries produce amazingly creative entries enhanced by a dose of theatre.

Air Blade becoming hot new equipment option for color guards

Mon, 29 July 2008 10:00:00 CST

A new piece of color guard equipment is generating enthusiastic buzz among instructors and performers. The "Air Blade" spins similar to a rifle but has an unmistakable modern design. The new product was launched in May 2008 and is already being used by several World Class drum and bugle corps on the DCI summer tour.

Poetry book delivers humorous observations of band life

Mon, 2 June 2008 10:00:00 CST

Don't let the word "poetry" scare you. The engaging Band Nerds Poetry From The 13th Chair Trombone Player by DJ Corchin uses clever prose and perfectly matched illustrations to celebrate the quirks of life in and around the band room.

XtremeBrass Technique helps brass players reach peak potential

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:00:00 CST

Blue Devils music director Wayne Downey shares his XtremeBrass Technique to help brass players produce a beautiful tone and quality sound.

Father of Patrick Henry Hughes recognized for extraordinary support

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:00:00 CST

Music For All has created the Patrick John Hughes Parent/Booster Award to annually recognize extraordinary support, involvement and contributions of music parents and boosters. Patrick John Hughes is the father of Patrick Henry Hughes, a remarkable young man who participates in marching band even though he was born without eyes and without the ability to fully straighten his arms and legs.

Halftime Magazine celebrates the spirit of marching band

Wed, 3 Oct 2007 10:00:00 CST

A glossy new magazine covering all things marching is now available. Halftime Magazine provides a well-rounded look at topics of interest to marching students, directors, alumni and fans.

Lead by example: How to be a "leader" without the title

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 10:00:00 CST

Strong student leadership is a necessity to achieve success in the marching arts. But you may be surprised to know who the 'leaders' are.

From The 50 Yard Line brings marching band to the movie screen

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 10:00:00 CST

A new independent film delivers an emotional, insightful look into the student marching band experience. The documentary From The 50 Yard Line is currently touring film festivals and will hopefully obtain broader theatrical and DVD distribution in the future.

From the theater of the mind to the downbeat on the field

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 10:00:00 CST

Developing the concept for your marching band show can be a daunting task. Bobby Hullett, founder of Sounding Ground, takes a creative spin as he describes one process that may help you find and capture ideas for your next marching show.

Three tips for cleaning drill efficiently

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 10:00:00 CST

Are your visual rehearsals producing results? Rob Stein, co-founder of Standing 'O' Marching Arts Specialists, explains how three simple steps can maximize your rehearsal time and help your marching band achieve new levels of excellence.

Brentwood H.S. Marching Band plays on Brad Paisley's 5th Gear CD

Thu, 8 Nov 2007 10:00:00 CST

Country music star Brad Paisley's latest CD 5th Gear features a cameo appearance by the Brentwood H.S. Marching Band. A song titled "Online" makes reference to playing tuba in the Rose Parade, so Paisley's production staff had the idea to incorporate a marching band into the cut.