We show you how to get the most bang for your buck by prioritizing your funds! Programming guru and Rouse HS Band Director Jason Robb shows you how to create an effective show on whatever budget you have! Maximize your resources by making the right choices with the funds you have to work with.
Mike Jackson of Broken City and the Blue Knights shows you how to find your voice within the design process. Topics include Design Methods and Choices, How to Present an Idea to a Director, How to be Inspired, Overcoming Writer's Block, Inspiration for Musical Motifs, and Mike's Process of Creating Music and Visual.
Tim Newburn on Color Guard staging, including what intervals to use, step size and flow, integration, transitions of equipment, and more!
Keep your group on the cutting edge of the activity. Â Iain Moyer (Boston Crusaders, Tarpon Springs) and Ian Grom (Pulse Percussion, Chino Hills) discuss where the front ensemble is currently in its evolution and where it's going.
The Boston staff shares information about how the show is progressing at this time of year, an interesting new process for color guard auditions, and the hours spent planning the show and collaborating during the winter.
Join the elite programs! Â We show you how. Â Tim Fairbanks and Andrew Markworth of Rhythm X and Centerville High School share their insight on developing their high school percussion program.
YOU can have the career you want! We show you how to create your count sheet, meet with the design staff, chart the first page, and make smart choices as you’re writing! Choosing the right intervals, smarter transitions, insider tips, shortcuts, and more. Over NINE hours of great ideas and helpful information! Tuition: $99. FREE [...]
Drill writing expert Bob Buckner is joined by percussion writer and educator Clif Walker to talk about what intervals to use, what forms work best, staging suggestions or requirements, best way to move them in a show, how to include in forms, and much more!
FREE FOR EVERYONE! Â Keep your marchers safe and healthy, improving their performance and stamina. Topics include mental health for marchers, accountability, and motiving members to physical health and conditioning.
Bob Buckner watches drill from Adam Nelson and gives real-time feedback and critique. Â Topics discussed include writing for a large band, writing for inexperienced performers, drum staging and writing, and hands-on tips for correct and adjusting drill.