New Marching Band Show for 2026: “Midnight”

New Marching Band Show for 2026: “Midnight”

Show Titled: “Midnight” Commissioned by Reedy HS | Frisco, TX Wind Arrangements by Evan VanDorenPercussion & Sound Design by Andrew MarkworthProgram Coordination by Jeremy Spicer Beware the hour when shadows lengthen and chimes toll, for the veil is...
New Marching Band Show for 2026: “Elysian Fields”

New Marching Band Show for 2026: “Elysian Fields”

Show Titled: “Elysian Fields” Commissioned by Argyle HS | Argyle, TX Wind Arrangements by Evan VanDorenPercussion & Sound Design by Andrew MarkworthProgram Coordination by Jeremy Spicer Transcend the mortal realm in a breathtaking journey through fate...
New Marching Band Show for 2026: “Moonlight’s Call”

New Marching Band Show for 2026: “Moonlight’s Call”

Show Titled: “Moonlight’s Call” Commissioned by Clear Lake HS | Houston, TX Wind Arrangements by Evan VanDorenPercussion & Sound Design by KJ StaffordProgram Coordination by Reid Atkinson The moon rises with an ancient power that beckons the wild...
5 Proven Strategies to Improve Retention in Music Ensembles

5 Proven Strategies to Improve Retention in Music Ensembles

Every director knows that keeping students engaged in music—whether in concert band, jazz, or marching band shows—is one of the most important (and most challenging) parts of the job. Over the years, I’ve learned that the best retention strategies aren’t complicated....
New Marching Band Show for 2026: “The Liminal Space”

New Marching Band Show for 2026: “The Liminal Space”

Show Titled: “The Liminal Space” Commissioned by Rouse HS | Leander, TX Wind Arrangements by Evan VanDorenPercussion Arrangements by James Sparling & Andrew MarkworthSound Design by Justin SheltonProgram Coordination by Jason Robb Caught between what...