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European flower parade season reaches peak
Communities throughout The Netherlands and Belgium hold fantastic flower parades to celebrate the region's role as a flower producer. At least 10 parades featuring marching bands and floral floats take place from late August to mid-September. This video clip is a television commercial for the prominent "Bloemencorso Zundert" on September 5. See 2009 photos and watch for a 2010 gallery soon.

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Dutch band Adest Musica to perform during World Band Festival Luzern
Adest Musica, the internationally known drum and show band from The Netherlands, will join bands from around the world in October 2010 for the World Band Festival in Luzern, Switzerland. Full story >>

Music For All Summer Symposium relocating to Ball State University
After conducting summer camps in Illinois for nearly two decades, Music for All will relocate its annual summer symposium for instrumental music students and teachers to Ball State beginning in 2011. Full story >>

Bands of America Grand National Champion to get Rose Parade invitation
Music for All and the Pasadena Tournament of Roses have announced a partnership granting the winner of the Bands of America Grand National Championship an invitation to appear in the Tournament of Roses Parade, starting with the 2010 champion for the 2012 parade. Full story >>

Marching.com joins the national SupportMusic coalition to strengthen music education in schools
Marching.com has joined the SupportMusic Coalition, a public service led by U.S.-based NAMM and MENC, that seeks to strengthen community commitment and support for quality music education in schools. Full story >>

Wenger introduces OnBoard Marching Band Podiums

Calgary Stampede to host 2012 WAMSB Championship

Drum Corps Tribute: The Unscalable Wall by DJ Corchin

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SEPT 18: The Waseca Marching Classic hosts bands for parade, field and clinics.
Bands of America hosts 15 Regional events leading up to the Grand National Championships.
Blue Devils win 14th title at DCI World Championships. View DCI Photos: World Class, Open Class, Star Alumni

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All-age corps prepare for 2010 DCA World Championships
A total of 31 all-age drum and bugle corps, including Open Class, Class A and Alumni units, are registered for the 2010 Drum Corps Associates (DCA) Championships to be held September 3-5 in Rochester, New York. Full story >>

Getting on Top of Podiums
Having the right podium can make rehearsals and performances much easier for conductors and field members alike. Get tips about selecting a podium for your band. Full story >>

Hell Bent For Victory captures Troopers' comeback
A new film follows the Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps through its memorable 2009 season and provides a solid keepsake for drum corps fans. Full story >>

Ripped Jeans And Self-Esteem
In the latest column From The 13th Chair Trombone Player, DJ Corchin finds inspiration from a dropped rifle. Full story >>

Shoe Anatomy 101
To avoid sore feet and even stress fractures, instructors and performers should be aware of the essential parts of a shoe's anatomy to understand what each component can offer. Full story >>

What to do on the first day of rehearsal
Short on time? Few veterans? Regardless of the circumstances facing your band, these strategies from Rob Stein can help you blaze a path toward success. Full story >>

Drum beat sparks music passion
Army Staff Sergeant Kevin Jahn was inspired by music as a child, and now motivates others through his drumming in bands supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. Full story >>

The 15th Season starts now!
Marching.com is celebrating a milestone in 2010, and we're starting by saying thanks. Full story >>

Plastic vs. Wooden Rifles
Just as the art of color guard is continually developing, so is the rifle. Here are the pros and cons of plastic vs. wooden rifles when it comes to performance, durability, care and cosmetic style. Full story >>

Boot Camp For Bands builds strength, stamina and confidence
Personal trainer Michel Sorrentino- Poole shares how "boot camp" functional training gives band students an advantage on the field and beyond. Full story >>

The Secrets of a Successful Audition
Whether your goal is a college scholarship, a spot in a drum corps, or a better chair in your high school band, audition secrets from Blue Devils brass arranger Wayne Downey can help you control nerves before, during and after an audition. Full story >>

WGI Instructor Registry provides tools for guard and percussion staff

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