Marching Band Contest Results: September 19, 2026 Recap

Marching Band Contest Results: September 19, 2026 Recap

Sep 21, 2026 | News

BOA McAllen, a big day in Kentucky and wins up north Updated October 8, 2026: added River Bluff and Middleton, and moved the results into lists so they read better on phones. These are the marching band contest results from Saturday, September 19, 2026, for the bands...
4 New Works Selected as JWPepper Editor’s Choice!

4 New Works Selected as JWPepper Editor’s Choice!

Sep 16, 2026 | News

We are excited to announce these 4 outstanding works for concert band and string orchestra, chosen recently as JWPepper Editor’s Choice! Discover these exceptional compositions and elevate your ensemble’s performance to new heights! Inspirare Inspirare...
3 Rehearsal Habits to Improve Your Marching Band Sound

3 Rehearsal Habits to Improve Your Marching Band Sound

Sep 11, 2026 | Podcast, Resources

Every director hits this exact stretch of the season: the show runs, but you still need to improve your marching band sound before your first contest. Your first football game is behind you. Your first contest is around the corner. You can perform a good two-thirds of...
6 Rehearsal Strategies for a Cleaner Marching Band Show

6 Rehearsal Strategies for a Cleaner Marching Band Show

Sep 9, 2026 | Resources

Introduction These six strategies make your marching band rehearsals more efficient. They keep your marching band shows coming together with fewer surprises between now and finals. Utilizing Click Tracks We strongly recommend a click track for any...