Calgary Round-Up Band

“When we work hard for something we don’t believe in, it’s called stress. When we work hard for something we believe in, it’s called passion,” says Simon Sinek.  Our program firmly bel...

http://www.roundupband.org/living-with-an-infinite-mindset/

One of the many unique aspects of our program is its schedule. Our band prepares nearly year-round for a variety of performances. As we began to enter spring and summer, we wanted to share all of...

http://www.roundupband.org/our-summer-activities/

Marching bands are well known for their parade performances playing catchy pop tunes on warm summer days. We’re best known in Calgary for our appearance in the annual Calgary Stampede Parade. H...

http://www.roundupband.org/what-is-a-field-show/

If you are a member of the arts community here in Calgary, or anywhere really, the validity of the arts is unfortunately, often in question. What is art exactly? Why do we need it? How does it im...

http://www.roundupband.org/more-than-music-how-the-arts-impact-our-communities/

It feels surreal to think that this time last year we were participating in regular rehearsals, finishing our winter season, and starting to prepare for the excitement that summer would bring wit...

http://www.roundupband.org/a-year-in-review-for-our-band/

Although many people might think of marching bands as groups that only perform outside and during the summer, our program is fit for year-round performance opportunities. During the winter months...

http://www.roundupband.org/our-winter-experiences/

There’s no doubt that a global pandemic can take its toll on people both physically and mentally. It’s important that we are checking in with ourselves and time and effort into our well being...

http://www.roundupband.org/a-reminder-to-check-in-with-yourself/

Still looking for a last minute gift for the band member in your life? We’ve compiled a list of band essentials that make for great gifts and/or stocking stuffers. Blank manuscript Does the mus...

http://www.roundupband.org/a-marching-band-gift-guide/

With everything that has been going on this year, there’s sure to be lots of questions about what band and the future of the activity will look like. While there are still many things up in the...

http://www.roundupband.org/qa-what-is-band-going-to-look-like-in-2021/

Why did you join the band? The answer to this question is different to every single person that has been through our programs. It often receives a complex and indescribable response. At face valu...

http://www.roundupband.org/why-did-you-join-the-band/