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Showcasing WGI eShowcase
Indoor marching instructors and performers think “outside the tarp” in WGI’s new eShowcase category. On a Friday afternoon in early ... -
Pride of Cincinnati
The seven-time WGI winter guard champion has mastered “A New Way of Living,” recording its 2021 eShowcase performance after just ... -
Not Just the Flick of the Wrist
When I was a performer, we never really talked about wrist strength and flexibility, so I never realized their importance ... -
Order Early for Custom Uniform Discounts at Band Shoppe
Band Shoppe offers 10% off custom guard uniform orders through Jan. 15, 2021. As the calendar turns to a new ... -
Perks of Non-Competition
The 2021 winter guard season will be very different for those who are coordinating a team. Many circuits are adding ... -
Make the Best of a Weird Season
Here we are, still in the midst of a pandemic that is impacting every aspect of our lives, including marching ... -
Band Shoppe Ultra Spin Drill Rifle
After a hiatus since 2004, Band Shoppe is once again producing its own brand of original wooden rifles. “We found a ... -
2020 WGI
With event cancellations due to the coronavirus starting in March 2020, many indoor marching groups cut their seasons short. Halftime ... -
Strong and Accountable
As I write this column, staff and students are in a holding pattern, trying to figure out how to move ... -
Injury Prevention
Those of us who have been spinning for any extended amount of time have accumulated our fair share of injuries. ... -
Fiercely Supportive
The competitive winter guard season is picking up, and guards are debuting their 2020 productions. While we often focus on ... -
Captain of Her Own Destiny
Though at first feeling inept at spinning, one guard member navigated many new opportunities to hone her craft and leadership ... -
Dispelling Drama
“I would never want to teach guard. There’s too much drama.” I’ve heard this comment from band staff who work ... -
Maintain Healthy Habits
As the season wears on, and the responsibilities outside of color guard add up, some potential negative habits may impact ... -
StylePLUS Guard Max Bag
Guard members no longer need to carry two, three, or even four different bags to rehearsals and performances. The all-encompassing ... -
Varsity Spirit Launches Varsity Performing Arts
Memphis, TN – September 16, 2019 – Varsity Spirit, the leader in cheer and dance camps, competitions and apparel, has announced the launch ... -
Leading by Following
Whether you’ve been rehearsing for a few months already or don’t get started until an August band camp, keep the ... -
StylePLUS Genesis Flags
Add shimmer to your show flags without adding weight to the fabric. StylePLUS recently launched its Genesis flag line, which ... -
Scary at First
“Isn’t that scary?” I’ve heard this question countless times from people watching tosses. Most recently, a middle school student asked ... -
Forever Family
Being guard captain at Diamante Winterguard has provided leadership skills and a comforting home. We’ve all heard the sayings, “Diamonds ... -
Fabric on the Field and Floor
Guards often use silks beyond flags to create unique visual effects although these alternative types of equipment can be tricky ... -
The Beginning of the End
The end of the indoor season is a whirlwind every year, yet it always seems to come out of nowhere. ... -
Regionals—January 2019 to March 2019
A regional listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences. From January 2019 to March 2019. West WGI Guard ... -
I Like to Move It
Equipment work is easily the most recognized element of color guard, but movement is the foundation that everything builds upon. ... -
Social Media Pros and Cons
Social media has changed the way that performers, instructors, and fans interact throughout the marching seasons and beyond. Sharing via ... -
Summer to Fall—Preparing for Guard
While summer is drum corps season for part of the guard world, it’s the closest thing to an off-season for ... -
Regionals—July 2018 to September 2018
A regional listing of marching events: major competitions, shows and conferences. From July 2018 to September 2018. WEST Ascend Performing ... -
2018 WGI Winners
The 2018 WGI gold medalists tackled many dark subjects including isolation, suicide, and war. At the same time, they showcased ... -
What’s Next?
Now that the school year and indoor season are over, what’s next? If you’re a graduating senior, or it’s your ... -
Practicing at Home
Instructors expect guard members to put in time conditioning, stretching, and practicing different parts of their show outside of regular ...
