UpClose

The Opera/South Company of Jackson, Mississippi, stands as a significant pillar in the cultural and artistic history of the region....

Earlier this year, Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South Marching Band received a once-in-a-lifetime invitation to participate in...

The JSU band story began with Kermit Holly Sr., who was an outstanding educator and concert violinist, singer, organist, and...

Jackson State University (JSU), located in Jackson, Mississippi is the state’s only designated urban research institution in the state of...

In this month’s issue we take an UpClose look at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), more specifically, their music...

So many times, we forget marching band members are athletes as well as musicians and performers. Band members are asked...

As a professional vocal coach who has worked closely with jazz bands, I invite band directors to consider integrating vocalists...

One of the most important and exciting aspects of cultivating a thriving jazz program begins with intentional programming. Whether you...

You’ve all heard of punk rock - The Ramones, The Clash, mohawks, attitudes, piercings, et cetera. But did you know...

Take yourself back to grade school for a moment. You’re navigating changing social relationships, growing awareness of your identity, a...

As a teacher who came from a background in traditional music education and shifted to teaching modern band, I observed...

“Fly” Nicki Minaj (feat. Rihanna)  I came to win, to fight To conquer, to thrive I came to win, to...