Mastering Memorization

Memorization is one of the biggest hurdles for marching band and color guard students, but a few helpful tips can make all the difference.

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Fast Fingering For Flutists

Great flute technique results from consistent practice, hand position, posture and patience. Professor Mary Karen Clardy from the University of North Texas in Denton provides some practical advice for flutists hoping to improve their fingering technique.

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Sound Ideas

The number one goal of all brass players is to produce a beautiful sound. Jazz trumpeter and author Chase Sanborn provides valuable tips for brass players looking to improve their sound.

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The Five T's

Whether a young student, a high school player, a college percussion major, a teacher or a professional, a good percussionist can be identified by his or her attention to the seential "Five T's"—time, technique, touch, taste and tuning.

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Recovering from Drops

Even the most experienced and skilled performers drop their equipment from time to time, but drops don't need to define your performance. Color guard director Catina Anderson gives some hints on how to prepare for those unexpected color guard mishaps.

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