Jackie BrownApr 29, 20212 minBuilding a ProgramAre you a new instructor? Are you taking over a program, or building one from scratch? Chances are, you are looking for assistance in...
Jackie BrownMar 15, 20211 minWhere can I buy flags, rifles, and other equipment?I'm kind of surprised that I get this question at all, considering I am sent three of every guard catalog every season, plus countless...
Jackie BrownMar 12, 20214 minHow do I start my own independent color guard?It's always interesting when I get asked this question because nobody really wants the real, truthful answer. What they want to be told...
Jackie BrownMar 8, 20212 minAudition time! 5 quick tips for an outstanding auditionCan you believe it's almost time for winter guard season to start up again? Having just returned from living in Brazil I know I am having...
Jackie BrownFeb 17, 20211 minEstablishing a Guard Training ProgramSpintronix is all about training. Our students are both performers and athletes, and having such a diverse layering of physical, mental,...
Jackie BrownFeb 10, 20211 minThe secret to success in anythingRather than drag this out, I'm going to give you what you are looking for up front. DON'T STOP. Don't stop yourself, don't let anyone...
Jackie BrownFeb 3, 20211 minStepping off on the right foot at the start of your season.Are we ready? I sure hope so. Because here goes nothing. Do you ever feel this way about starting contest season with your guard or dance...
Jackie BrownJan 27, 20212 minHabitsEver notice that when things are going well all of the "good for you" things, such as reading, writing, eating healthy, taking vitamins,...
Jackie BrownJan 25, 20213 minColor Guard Rehearsal Structure for Success!Instructors often tell me that they don't have enough time in rehearsal to really max out their students. They often wish for longer...
Jackie BrownJan 20, 20214 minColor Guard Audition TipsIt's that time of year; audition season!! Whether you are trying out for a winter guard, drum corps, or even a marching band (depending...
Jackie BrownJan 4, 20213 minMusic Licensing and Winter GuardHello friends! I have had about six different people asking the Spintronix page about this topic in the last two days so I want to go...
Jackie BrownDec 31, 20205 min Designing Show Makeup for your Color GuardSo you have a color guard. At this point in the season you’ve probably gotten about halfway through setting your show. Uniforms have...
Jackie BrownDec 28, 20203 minDear Band Director, an open letter from your Guard InstructorDear Band Directors, We know you have a lot on your plate, and you want your band to be incredible. You've seen every single BOA and DCI...
Jackie BrownDec 14, 20202 minShould I hire a choreographer?If you are a director - whether it be of a marching band, color guard, dance studio, theatre, or any other performing arts organization -...