Marching Band Success: What John Wooden Can Teach Us
Reflecting on a marching band season goes beyond simply reminiscing about performances and competitions. It is a valuable opportunity for personal development, growth, and self-reflection. By examining the experiences and lessons learned during the season, individuals...
Waxahachie, Panther Creek, & Davenport win 4A & 6A UIL Area Contests
It was a weekend of celebration across Texas as bands from every corner of the state gave it their all at the UIL Area Marching Contests. Waxahachie High School, Panther Creek High School, and Davenport High School each claimed top honors in their respective areas,...
New Marching Band Show for 2026! “Sonic Boom”
Award-winning marching band show featuring the music of Cody Fry, Will Pitts, Thomas Newman, & Thomas Bergersen!
10 Ways to Make Your Marching Band Show Stand Out at UIL Area Contest
Every season, directors pour their hearts into creating marching band shows that tell a story, connect with audiences, and impress the judges. By the time UIL Area Contest rolls around, most bands have learned the drill and the notes—but what separates a good...
The Lasting Impact of Great Music Educators
Being an impactful music teacher is important because music education has been shown to have numerous benefits for students. It improves learning outcomes and creates a positive classroom atmosphere. For example, active engagement with music enhances language...
“Simple Song” Named to the 2025 Bandworld Top 100
I’m honored to share that my arrangement of Robert W. Smith’s Simple Song has been named to the 2025 Bandworld Top 100, an annual list celebrating the most significant new works for concert band. Each year, the team at Bandworld Magazine and the Western International...
Marching Band Shows: 5 Enemies of Greatness to Avoid
Marching band shows are more than halftime entertainment or competition performances. They’re the heartbeat of a program — where students learn discipline, teamwork, and resilience in a way that carries far beyond the field. As a former band director and current...
Why Band Directors Choose Evan’s Marching Band Shows
120+ five-star reviews. Custom marching band shows—delivered on time, stress-free, and written for student success. The Sound of Trust Every fall, directors everywhere face one big question: What show are we going to do this year? It’s exciting—and a little...
Must-Have Holiday Music for Middle and High School Bands
Introduction As the winter season approaches, band directors everywhere are preparing for one of the most anticipated events of the year: the winter concert. These performances are the perfect chance to highlight your ensemble’s hard work and bring festive cheer to...
New Concert Band Music: 10 Works to Excite Your Young Ensemble
Ho-Ho-Ho, Cha-Cha-Cha! With lots of percussion and using just the first 6 notes of the Bb major scale, this fun, upbeat piece is perfect for your students’ first winter concert! Your audience will enjoy seeing their young musicians perform this blend of “Up on the...
16 New Marching Band Shows for 2026!
I'm excited to release 16 new marching band shows joining the Evan VanDoren Music marching band catalog! These shows are available for inquiry immediately, and may be reserved for performance in 2026! To learn more, visit evanvandoren.com/newmarchingbandshows! Elysian...
Exciting News: Luminosities Recognized by the American Prize
I’m honored to share that my composition, Luminosities, has been awarded 2nd Place in The American Prize for Composition (Band/Wind Ensemble, Professional Division) 2025. The American Prize is a national competition that recognizes excellence in the performing arts,...