Step into the director’s seat and learn how to turn every band performance into cinematic gold.

Whether you're a band director, media student, or content creator, this hands-on guide breaks down how to professionally record marching and concert bands using equipment you already have—or can get affordably. From halftime shows to gym battles, from parades to the band room, The Media Team takes you level-by-level (Beginner to Expert), teaching you how to capture sound, visuals, and energy that wow your audience and grow your band’s digital presence.

Written by Scholiday TV’s founder and veteran cinematographer Steven Holiday, this guide is loaded with:

  • Gear recommendations at every budget

  • Real-world recording setups for all performance types

  • Shot lists and camera movement tips

  • Audio capture strategies for high-quality sound

  • True stories from filming national events like the Macy’s Parade & Saints halftime

If your band deserves a global audience, this is your playbook.


Parades


Marching In / Out



Stands


Gym / Parking Lot Battles


Field Shows