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Swiss drum unit gaining international fame
The "Top Secret" drum corps from Basel, Switzerland has been making a splash with its performances across Europe, North America and Australia. The group is known for its military-style precision and crowd-pleasing stick tricks. This video shows the group's performance at the 2006 Military Tattoo on the grounds of Edinburgh Castle in Scotland. Visit Wikipedia for more info about Top Secret.

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Fundraising because ...
... the uniforms didn't even look good when they were new in 1972.
... the flags made out of draperies just didn't spin right.
... the tuba sounded better before it fell behind the bleachers.

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Calling All Winter Colorguard and Percussion Units! Does your winter ensemble have a website? We'd love to add a link to your site from the Marching.com Links Directory. Please submit your site. In the comments box tell us your competitive division (Independent/Scholastic and World/Open/A).

JUNE 6-7: The Grand Floral Parade is a highlight of the Portland Rose Festival which was named "Best Festival" by the IFEA.

JULY 4: The National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. is a patriotic red-white-and-blue celebration of America.

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Macy's Great American Marching Band returns
The Macy's Great American Marching Band will return for the 82nd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The next deadline is May 30 for students who would like to apply to perform in the band. Full story >>

XtremeBrass Technique helps brass players reach peak potential
Blue Devils music director Wayne Downey shares his XtremeBrass Technique to help brass players produce a quality sound. Full story >>

Book shares techniques for marching band success
The Dynamic Marching Band by Wayne Markworth gives directors a rare opportunity to learn techniques used in one of America's most successful band programs. Full story >>

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Lead by example: How to be a "leader" without the title
Strong student leadership is a necessity to achieve success in the marching arts. But you may be surprised to know who the 'leaders' are. Full story >>

Halftime Magazine celebrates the spirit of marching band
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. Full story >>

MTV Networks seeks high school marching band

The Line puts marching band front and center

America's Got Talent seeks marching bands for hit show

American Band documents the competitive marching band experience

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

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Congratulations to percussion units Rhythm X and Dartmouth H.S., plus guard units Fantasia and Flanagan H.S. for winning gold medals in World class finals at the WGI Championships. Visit wgi.org for complete results from all divisions.

Portland Rose Festival earns industry award for "best festival"
The Portland Rose Festival's 2007 Centennial Celebration won the coveted Grand Pinnacle Award at the annual International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA) conference industry awards ceremony. Full story >>