We have all experienced it: marching band in late October and November when the complete drill is on the field, music is memorized, visuals have been added, and the intense focus from learning the show is beginning to dwindle. The initial goal of learning the field show is completed, but your ensemble needs new goals to continue to improve throughout the remainder of the season. Here are some techniques to help you keep your ensemble engaged and challenged during late-season rehearsals:
If you can keep your students more engaged and motivated through late-season rehearsals, your ensemble will continue to grow and improve as they approach their culminating performances of the season.