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People think that marching band and drum corps are the same thing. In truth while they share the same ancestry they are unique and entertaining in their own special way.

Football games and marching bands are an American tradition. Half-time means a performance by the local marching band, right? Well, if you are lucky, it does.

Contrary to what the American Pie series of movies would have one believe, band camps come in many forms.

For decades a little known genre of music has been garnering a steadily growing legion of fans. The music of Drum Corps is addictive and exciting to watch.

While orchestras are still seen as the upper crust of music performance, concert bands make up the vast majority of performing ensembles in the U.S. Find out why here!

Saint Patrick's Day is a holiday with religious origins and political overtones. People of all backgrounds show up for the parade, party and green beer.

Communities in the Northeast USA will host many parades on Thanksgiving Day.

Tips for parents helping a child choose which instrument to play in the school orchestra; and options for adults looking to start a new musical hobby.

Here are three fun toy musical instruments for children to make and play.

Macy's invites bands, pep squads and dance teams from throughout the nation to march and perform in its annual parade, but the standards are high.

New York City is home to the oldest, most historic and largest Saint Patrick's Day Parade honoring the patron saint of Ireland.

Noggin's newest show, a collaboration between Sesame Workshop and comedy duo The Umbilical Brothers, is a real winner for preschoolers.

The United States Postal Service is honoring two American icons as commemorative stamps: a long-running holiday parade and a hero of the silver screen.

Let freedom ring in a festive Fourth of July garden of floral fireworks.

With an acclaimed debut and a strong live following, Daphne Loves Derby release their new album, and offer an instant indie rock classic full of rich hooks and melodies.

This 10-day celebration has been nationally recognized for its numerous parades and pagents.

Discover holiday fun in the Portland area with free seasonal events including tree lighting, light shows, and music concerts.

St. Pat's Parades pay homage to Saint Patrick and Irish ancestors, the immigrants who helped to build the United States of America.

Parades, along with turkey and football, are long standing Thanksgiving Day traditions. Read more to find information about Thanksgiving Day parades in the midwest US.

Once viewed as a religious holiday, St. Patrick's Day is now packed with fun. Check out these northeast USA cities for some of the best St. Paddy's Day celebrations.

Since November 10th, 1775, the United States Marine Corps have fought to preserve the democracy of the United States at home, on land and sea, and on foreign soil.

Unlike the media portrayal, Mardi Gras is a huge, citywide, family oriented party that residents of the Big Easy throw for themselves. every year.

The U.S. holiday of Thanksgiving wouldn't be complete without the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

The Minnesota State Fair of 2008 runs from August 20 - Labor Day, September 1, 2008. The annual event celebrates the state's agricultural roots in the Twin Cities.

People have fun celebrating St. Patrick's Day, even if they aren't Irish. Here are some ways that you and your tween can have fun this holiday.

The city of Chicago honors military sacrifices with a wreath laying ceremony and parade on Saturday. Navy Pier fireworks light the skies in a patriotic salute.

There are Christmas crafts and gift fairs all over Britain, some with no admission charge. Combine your holiday shopping with an enjoyable family trip.

Claudio, the idealist lover in Much Ado About Nothing, presents a dilemma for modern readers: is he an impulsive and likeable young man, or an immature misogynist?

Find out what to do when visiting Palmdale or Lancaster, CA

Visitors to the Lilac Festival, held annually each May in Rochester, NY, can see a rainbow of colorful lilac bushes and breathe in the exotic, unique scent.

March 4, 1861, Lincoln took the oath of office as President of the United States. The Pony Express carried Lincoln’s words, spoken in the east, to be read in the west.

Amid many other changes, the University of Michigan football program brings an old tradition back to life this fall by reintroducing the Victors' Walk.

Music without lyrics is also known as instrumental music. Where good vocal music can stir the soul, instrumental music, without lyrics, can stir very primal emotions.

A guide to the Circleville Pumpkini Show, located just South of columbus, with s street fair with parades, fun and pumpkin flavored food.

Fly into Regina airport and visit the RCMP Heritage Centre, Government House Museum and Heritage Property, and the local farmer's market.

Here's a New Years Resolution that's fun and easy too. Watch more parade movies with your friends and family.

Going to Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa? Use these budget-friendly activities to enhance the trip.

People looking for Christmas Past will find it in Nevada's fabled silver-mining town. The "Queen of the Comstock" is famous for it king-size holiday celebration.

A parade down Virginia Street, all the traditional cowboy competitions with big prize money and performances by country music stars make this a memorable Reno tradition.

Daffodils and tulips are not the only spring flowering bulbs. Some specialty bulbs, like camassias and fritillarias are equally easy to plant in garden borders.

Fall is almost here. It's time for writing about August, back to school, setting goals, football, and Labor Day! Use these free ideas for encouraging student writing.

Tired of Guitar Hero? The upcoming Wii game Battle of the Bands introduces new ideas to the music and rhythm genre and takes advantage of the Wii's remote.

Take a ride on the Christmas train at Stanley Park, enjoy a winter solstice lantern festival at Granville Island and watch the Santa Parade in downtown Vancouver.

From the annual Parade of Lights downtown to traditional candle-lit luminarias to neighborhood Christmas lights displays, Tucson is looking bright for the holiday season.

From the festive Parade of Lights to the Grand Illuminations downtown to shopping for presents at the Christkindl Market, Denver celebrates the holiday season in style.

Call it Remembrance Day, Armistice Day, Veterans Day or Poppy Day, it is when people pause to remember fallen soldiers.

The adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is recognized as America's birthday.

Enjoy an exciting small-town parade, tree-lighting, and Christmas dinners and shopping on a tiny island off the coast of Virginia. It will be an unforgettable Christmas.

Celebrities Macy Gray and Ashley Hamilton were sent home during the first week of the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, and that brought us to week 2 of the show.

The Mile-High city of Colorado celebrates its western heritage, art, food, beer and the winter holidays with special events that draw visitors from all over the world.