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How To Tune A Drumline

So, you’ve somehow found yourself in charge of a drum line. You probably want to make sure the line sounds as good as it can. One of the biggest keys to this is tuning. The two main steps to...

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How To Set Up A Front Ensemble

Person playing glockenspiel close up. Original public domain image from Flickr Ah, the front ensemble! The unsung hero of many a marching band. Often ignored, sometimes unheard, but always quietly...

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Pros and Cons of Having a Drum Set in Marching Band

Ah, the famed marching band drum set. So beloved by some, just as reviled by others. The debate over the merits of including a drum set is perhaps one of the most polarizing in the marching world....

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About the Author

Hi, I'm Calliope! I've been a drummer since I was in 6th grade, and I was in marching band all through high school and my two years of college. I've played in various bands and ensembles for over half my life, and it has always been the most fulfilling thing for me. Whether I'm playing, writing, or teaching, the stage (or the football field) has always been my home.

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