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Stories for
Every Band Member
Inspiration, advice, and stories from the world of marching band. Read, learn, and make the time between performances part of the experience.
Mindset7 Ways to Calm Your Mind
Before the Contest
Seven simple exercises you can do while you are still on the bus, before the bus door opens and the performance begins.
ConfidenceYour Job Is Not to Be
Perfect
Fear before a performance does not mean you are unprepared. It usually means you care.
PeopleWho Are These People
Riding the Band Bus With
Me?
Look around the bus and discover the remarkable people, futures, and friendships riding with you.
PeopleCelebrities Who Once Rode
A Marching Band Bus
Before cameras, world stages, or the Oval Office, these famous band members were sharing rides with their bandmates.
MindsetThe Quiet Before the First Note:
What Meditation Can Give You
Before a Marching Band Contest
On the bus, meditation can be simple: be still, breathe, listen, notice, and let your mind settle.
PeopleThe Person Beside You
May Need You
A kind word, a specific question, or simply an invitation can make a difficult contest day feel less lonely.
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