On Christmas Day, Texas Southern University’s Ocean of Soul Marching Band had the most extraordinary opportunity to perform with the one-and-only Beyoncé. This incredible performance took place during halftime of the Christmas gameday matchup between the Houston Texans and the … Read More
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2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The beloved tradition of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returned to New York City November 28th, 2024, for the 98th time! A record-breaking 31.3 million viewers across all platforms tuned in on Thanksgiving morning, making this year’s parade the most … Read More

State Fair Classic
The State Fair Classic is the much-anticipated college football game between Prairie View A&M University and Grambling State University that kicks off the longest-running state fair in America, the State Fair of Texas. Taking place in the Cotton Bowl Stadium … Read More

Pyware 3D in the Classroom
Designers, directors, instructors, performers… They all offer a unique set of talents that make the marching arts one of the most expressive and inspired activities. Traditionally, each of these career paths in the field begin in the classroom. This is … Read More

Pyware Shines the Light on Teachers
Teachers hold one of the most important positions in our society and play such an essential role in our development. They foster creativity, instill confidence, help us discover our talents and lay the foundation for our future. I am certain … Read More

Top Time-Saving Features of Version 11
Band directors and drill designers, if you are not on Pyware’s most current version, here are some of the most time-saving, efficient features of Version 11 that you want to have access to before band camp! The following Version 11 … Read More

Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom Super Bowl Performance
Earlier this year, Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South Marching Band received a once-in-a-lifetime invitation to participate in the Super Bowl, the most-watched television broadcast in America. A historic 123.7 million viewers tuned in to watch Super Bowl … Read More

2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Marching Bands
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returned live November 23rd, 2023, providing millions of viewers and families hours of entertainment for the 97th annual Thanksgiving celebration. Watching the marching band programs that our team has developed relationships with participate in this … Read More

North Carolina State University Marching Band
Trombonists Wesley Simpson and Wes Parker met while performing on the 2002 BLAST! tour and formed a close friendship that would eventually lead to long lasting work relationship as staff members of the North Carolina State University Marching Band, widely … Read More

NFL Marching Bands
The month of September welcomes two beloved, highly anticipated seasons… Fall and the National Football League! As excited as our Pyware Team is that the NFL is back, we are overjoyed that the only two marching bands in the … Read More

Pyware Custom Props at the DCI Finals
Congratulations to all the corps who performed and made history at the 2023 DCI World Championships! This year, our Art Director Jesse Mercer, fulfilled custom prop orders for several of the corps’ DCI performances. Following specific instruction from the designers, … Read More

Three MORE reasons to UPGRADE!
Here at the Pyware Headquarters our team continually works to deliver you top-of-the-line tools to maximize your workflow. These 3 new features are guaranteed to do just that! Like these reasons to upgrade and want to see more? Click HERE … Read More

Not on Version 11? Check this out!
Are you a Pyware user running an older version of the software? Curious what the latest edition is offering that you might not have? Here are some of the most popular features of Version 11 among the most respected directors … Read More

Brand-New Releases!
Our team is thrilled to introduce a catalogue of brand-new subscription options and mobile applications. These subscriptions are purchasing options we have never offered before. For new and current Pyware users, a subscription will keep you on the most … Read More
For the first time in company history…
For the first time in company history, we are offering a Platinum subscription option for Pyware 3D. Go Platinum and never worry about upgrading your software again. Your license will automatically upgrade to the most current version of the Professional … Read More

Pyware Junior
Are you looking for a new way to get your students excited for band camp? With the new Pyware Junior, students can get familiar with your drill at home BEFORE they arrive at camp! Pyware Jr. Performer … Read More

Small Band, Smaller Budget?
If your band is small but mighty and you’re looking for drill design software that won’t break the bank, our team is now offering an option JUST FOR YOU. For a minimal yearly cost, this subscription includes ALL tools and … Read More
Happy Birthday, Dustin!
We would like to wish a Happy 40th Birthday to our amazing Application Systems Director, Dustin Merrell! Pyware has been blessed to have Dustin as a member of the team since he was in high school. He truly epitomizes … Read More

Pyware 3D Mobile Editor
For the past 40 years, Pyware has kept pace with the ever-changing needs of music educators, while continuing to push the envelope of drill design. As the software has advanced, requests for a mobile application to not only view 3D … Read More

Baltimore’s Marching Ravens 75th Anniversary
Proud football fans of the Ravens may not realize just how much their city is indebted to one long-standing musical organization that helped the NFL stay alive in Baltimore. There are only two marching bands in all professional football, worldwide. … Read More

Wrapping Up 40 Years and Still Counting!
Historic, unforgettable, milestone… A few words to describe this incredible year for the Pyware Team. Throughout 2022, the celebration did not stop, as we marked our 40th year in business! Not only did we reminisce on the inception of the … Read More

The 40-Year Cyber Monday is Here!
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2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Marching Bands
It has been an especially noteworthy year for our Pyware Team, as it marks 40 years in business. While celebrating this special anniversary, reminiscing on the company’s work up to this point, it has only inspired us to continue pushing … Read More
Recent Posts
- Cowboy Carter Christmas with the TSU Marching Band January 9, 2025
- 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade December 9, 2024
- State Fair Classic October 31, 2024
- Pyware 3D in the Classroom September 17, 2024
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