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Throw It Down drum corps documentary now on DVD
A powerful new movie gives viewers an up-close look at the hard work—and ultimately, the joy—of performing in a top-ranked drum and bugle corps. Throw It Down follows the Bluecoats through their 2006 season. View the trailer, and order your copy on DVD. MARCHING BAND PHOTOS
• Portland Grand Floral Parade Marching Band Photos
• Portland Grand Floral Parade Float Photos • Portland Rose Festival Bandfest Photos • WGI World Championships Scholastic World Photos • WGI World Championships Independent World Photos • Three Bands of America Honor Band Galleries: Rose Parade / Bandfest / Float Decorating and Judging • BOA Grand National Championships Semi-Finals Photos MARCHING RESOURCES
Band directors: Need marching band supplies or services? Browse the Marching.com Resource Directory:
• Find where to buy band uniforms
• Hire a drill designer or music arranger • Buy flags, poles and other color guard equipment • Buy musical instruments or mouthpieces • Buy percussion equipment or music education tools • Raise money for your group with fundraising ideas • Schedule a music performance tour • Shop for Marching Band Books, Magazines, DVDs 
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. NEWS BRIEFS
"Arena" drum corps activity emerging
The Small Drum Corps Association (SDCA), now known as Arena Drum Corps–Plus, made its debut with two indoor shows in March. Additional events are scheduled for Illinois and Wisconsin throughout 2009. The association seeks to provide performance opportunities for all types of drum corps. Official Site >>
New to Marching.com? Here are key sections you might find useful:
• Thousands of marching band website links, organized by state and country • Informative marching band articles and marching news • A vast resource directory of where to buy supplies and services (instrument repair, anyone?) • Profiles of prominent marching events and links to regional sites where you can find scores from contests in your area TEAM SPIRIT SHOWCASE
In celebration of High School Musical 3, Marching.com presents stories of teamwork from bands across America.
• Working In Harmony at Fillmore Central H.S., Harmony, Minnesota
• Marching Amidst the Glaciers at Colony H.S., Palmer, Alaska • Empowering Multiplicity at Peabody H.S., Trenton, Tennessee • Visualizing the Extraordinary at Sebring H.S., Florida |
FEATURED EVENTS JULY 4:
The National Independence Day Parade is a patriotic red-white-and-blue celebration.
 JUNE 28: View results from the 25th annual Vikingland Band Festival parade marching championship.
RESULTS: Osseo Marching Band Festival and Portland Rose Festival
• JULY 10: MACBDA Grand Championships
SPOTLIGHT
DCI offers group ticket discounts
Band directors can expose their students to powerful drum and bugle corps performances during this year's Drum Corps International summer tour. Order by June 15 to receive a free chaperone ticket for every 15 tickets. Full story >> 
Marching posture "checklist"
One hallmark of a great marching unit is consistency in body position and posture. Jeff Young of Dynamic Marching presents a checklist to help you look great without creating too much tension in your body. Full story >> 
The Competitive Edge: Planning for Success
You want your show to reflect your band's identity, challenge your performers and appeal to both the judges and the crowd. That's a tall order, but author and arranger William Spencer-Pierce explains that the key to achieving those goals is planning. Full story >> 
McGrath inspires generations through music on Sesame Street
Even after 40 years on Sesame Street, Bob McGrath talks about the importance of music in early childhood education with a freshness and enthusiasm one might display in a new career. It's clear that Bob McGrath found his calling. Full story >> 
Marching Outside the Box
Minnesota parade bands and Indiana track show bands have perfected the art of marching beyond the football field. You might be surprised to learn about the excellence and innovation that take place in these unique marching venues. Full story >> 
How to make flags and influence people
Design a flag well and it will work for you the entire time it is in view. But what makes a great flag truly great? Shape, color, size, fabric ... these are some of the aspects to consider when attempting to create the perfect flag. 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 >> 
Competition: How important is it?
Competition is part of a well-rounded marching experience that also includes teamwork and friendship. Rob Stein of Standing 'O' Marching Arts Specialists explains the pitfalls of making winning your ultimate goal. Full story >> Poetry book delivers humorous observations of band life Halftime Magazine celebrates the spirit of marching band Patrick Henry Hughes tells his inspirational story in I Am Potential From The 50 Yard Line brings marching band to the movie screen |
