Sectionals - Halftime Magazine

No More Wimpy Notes!

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:00:00 -0800

The coolest thing about this section of Halftime Magazine is that even if you don�t play the same instrument as my colleagues or me, you can still get some really useful information. But this column�s different: If you don�t play clarinet, you�ll gain nothing by reading beyond this paragraph.

What's in a Mouthpiece?

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:59:00 -0800

The mouthpiece creates the crucial connection between body and instrument, transferring vibrations from your lips to the horn. Finding the right mouthpiece for your body can make a big difference in how you play your instrument.

Tuning Tenors

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:58:00 -0800

Marching tenors (a.k.a �tenors,� �quads,� �quints,� �multi-tenors� or �toms�) have become an important and interesting voice in the marching percussion ensemble. They occupy the critical mid-ground between the �soprano� voice (snares) and the �baritone-bass� voice (bass drums) in the battery choir. Learn how to tune your...

Why Winter Guard?

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:56:00 -0800

As marching band season draws to a close, performers throughout the world are gearing up for the challenge and excitement of winter guard! Are you trying to decide if winter guard is right for you? Maybe you�re thinking about starting one at your school? Here are a few points to consider!