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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 ... -
“Rah-Rah” to College Bands
"Rah-rah" to college bowl bands. Read the musings of Christine Ngeo Katzman, publisher and editor-in-chief of Halftime Magazine, regarding 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 ... -
New Sticks and Mallets from Vic Firth
Vic Firth recently introduced a number of new sticksand mallets relevant to the marching world. From Halftime Magazine, a print ... -
Timpani Carts by Tough Carts
Tough Carts has rolled out its new, heavy-duty TimpaniCart. These carts are made of heavy metal with extrabracing and use ... -
Regionals – January/February 2011
A listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences, by region. From January to March 2011. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
As the only remaining military fife and drum corps, the Old Guard—recently celebratingits 50th anniversary—has a storied and honored past. -
Shaping a Drum Major
Head drum major of the Avon Marching Black & Gold—Bandsof America’s three-peat Grand National Champion—looks backon three “humbling” years on ... -
Crossword: Marching Into the Bowl
A musical-themed crossword puzzle featuring clues regarding bowl games. -
The Moment
Have you ever spent months--or even years--working hard just to experience a single magical moment? And when that moment comes, ... -
Vic Firth and Zildjian Announce Merger
Stick manufacturer Vic Firth and cymbal manufacturer Zildjian announce merger. -
Thoughts on Perfect Practice
One student learns the value of perfecting practice, which leads to perfecting performance. -
Thoughts on Starting a Drum Line
A student at Eastern Connecticut State University writes to garner support to start a new drum line. -
Working With a Travel Agent
Planning a trip for a marching band is a huge and complicated task not to be taken lightly. In some ... -
November/December 2010 Digital Edition
Read the November/December 2010 issue of Halftime Magazine via the Digital Edition, an interactive web-based version of the print magazine ... -
Music for All Celebrates 35 Years
With events and advocacy for marching bands, jazz bands, orchestras and individual students, Music for All has been a leading ... -
Life in the Pit
Being up front and center has its own sets of opportunities and challenges. With unique instrumentation and sounds, the front ...