Vogel says there's always a way of having mind over matter. But in this warming world, a positive mindset alone is no longer enough to keep the band kids safe and spirited.

Where We Are is a visual column about young people coming of age and the spaces where they create community. Contrary to what the movies will tell you, the marching band at Ravenna High School is ...

"Every marching band kid thinks the craziest thing you could do is perform in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade," said UMass sophomore Abby Ogwang, a flute player from Dracut. "So I'm really ...