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Chamber Music in a High School Music Band Program
Or “How I finally got to use my 45-year-old BME.” A coach shares experiences mentoring a high school band, guiding chamber groups to success and celebrating their first state win in many years.
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Thinking Outside The Arch
Contributing expert Jennifer Morse Weddington, president-elect of the North Caroline chapter of WBDI discusses alternative seating arrangements for concert bands.
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Guest Writer Intro: John Cox
Introducing John Cox, Principal Horn of the Oregon Symphony, and Band Shoppe’s new series of articles for music education professionals.
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How to Care for Band Shoes
Marching shoes aren’t like regular sneakers so caring for your marching shoes is a must! Not only is it vital to maintain that polished, military look, but they’ll last longer and keep your knees, ankles, and feet safe from injury. The good news is that modern marching shoes don’t need a lot of extra products…
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Color Guard Glove Care
Color guard gloves can be a lifesaver for your hands. Anyone who’s had to catch those big sabre tosses knows — especially those strategically placed padding points! But your gloves go through a lot, and it’s essential to take proper care of them, or they’ll end up looking dirty and shabby, which is a real…
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Wooden vs. Plastic Rifles
Rifles have been a part of the color guard activity since the days of military pageantry. Traditionally, these nonfunctioning rifles were made from wood with metal parts to look just like their functioning counterparts.
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6 Tips for Balancing Sports, School, and a Social Life
Being a student is a full-time job and at times it can be stressful and a bit overwhelming. Figuring out the best way to balance everything is a skill that will benefit you long after graduation.
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Get Hyped! – with this playlist from Band Shoppe
Channeling all of the excitement, nerves, and adrenaline leading up to a performance can be key in keeping everyone calm as well as focused and driven for success. This curated playlist is intended to do just that – hype your performers as they make their final preparations before they take “center stage”.
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Winter Guard: Color Guard… but different.
“What is Winterguard? It’s just colorguard in the winter, right?” Yes, at its core… but it is more complicated than that.
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What is a PA System?
A PA system, or Public Address System, is used to project sound/music to a large group. These systems are used in sports stadiums, concerts, marching bands, parades, auctions, news conferences, or any situation where a voice or instrument needs to be amplified.
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