Color Guard 101

Color. Beauty. Motion. Probably one of the most dynamic and visually stimulating aspects of marching band is the auxiliary, sometimes called color guard. Due to its ability to catch the eye and hold the attention of the audience, the auxiliary plays a significant part in every successful venture on the field. Here some tips and ideas that will help provide direction, save time and alleviate headaches as it pertains to the auxiliary.

Once the music and theme are selected for a show, work begins on the visual package.  Many things contribute to the overall success of the visual package, however, we will consider a few aspects which are often ignored. First of all, what size of pole should be used for each song?  The standard six foot pole works well with just about any type of music.  Swing flags (oversized flags on slender PVC poles) work great for ballads and slower music... continue to full article...

Welcome to BandFo

Welcome to www.Bandfo.com...For over 20 years, Creative Consultation Service and its founder, Craig Harms, has served the technological needs of musicians and music educators.

... Now, with the advent of its newly designed web site www.BandFo.com (band + information) CCS opens a new highway for the director wishing a comprehensive resource for the modern marching band, drum corps, winter guard, and indoor drum line... continue to full article...

Music Writer Touch Video Intro

Our latest eLearning video intro, Music Writer Touch has just been uploaded. Watch Craig demonstrate how to use the easiest-to-use music notation software available.

eLearning Center

BandFo is proud to present the new eLearning Center. A resource for music educators, band directors and drill designers where we help you take your choreography to the next level. Our new series of PyWare 3D on-line interactive training videos teach you everything from the basics, to new features, all the way to advanced techniques.

Try out our free samples today!

Pygraphics is the leading software provider for the hardworking music educator. They provide the #1 drill design choreography tool in the world: 3D Interactive with the newest version 4 update and iPAS, Interactive Pyware Assessment Software.

Label Placement eLearning Video Tutorial

The Label Placement, tutorial is available. Watch Craig demonstrate how to change label type, size, and placement for your drill.

Pyware Tutorial 5

Learn how to control and use: Positions, Circle Tool, Regroup Shapes, Writing Backwards, Mark Time and Regrouping in the BandFo eLearning Pyware Tutorial 5.