Top 4 moments of 2024!
As we wrap up another exciting year, we’re reflecting on some of the standout moments that made 2024 special for our organization and the indoor marching arts community. Check out a few of our highlights from the year below! 1. The Growth and Development of our Winds Division! The WGI Winds Division is entering its […]
Discovering WGI Winds: A Family Affair with the Morrells!
The way a person discovers the marching arts is something that they will always remember. In Trenton Morrell’s case, his parents, Stephanie and Trent, raised him to love music and the marching arts from a very young age. So much so that they even spent their most recent winter season competing together in a WGI Winds group based out of Westerville, Ohio.
Announcing the 2025 WGI Hall of Fame Recipients!
WGI is proud to announce the election of the newest class of individuals into the WGI Hall of Fame!
The Hall of Fame is the highest honor presented to individuals who have influenced WGI history through their achievements and contributions.
Leaving a (Paint) Mark on the 2024 World Championships with Unionville High School Percussion!
Unionville HS Percussion’s 2024 Show paid homage to Jackson Pollock with a vibrant, paint-splattered performance. The group brought Pollock’s art to life, creating unforgettable memories for performers and audiences alike.
World Championships Tickets Go Live This Week!
World Championships tickets go live this Thursday, December 5 at 12:00 PM EST. Don’t miss your chance to witness the pinnacle of the indoor marching arts at the biggest events of the year!
Take a look at RCC’s guest appearance and clinic sessions from PASIC 2024!
When RCC Program Director, Joy Liu, received an invitation to present sessions with her group at PASIC 2024, she knew she had to find the resources to make the journey. Learn more about their experience at the convention here and see what they did to promote the indoor percussion activity!
WGI Mourns the Loss of Tom Hachmeister
Tom Hachmeister, A WGI contest administrator and long-time supporter of the marching arts, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 14th.
An “Off the Chain” Performance with Juxtaposition’s 2024 Program!
Juxtaposition delivered a high-energy production with their 2024 program, Off the Chain. We met with director Stephanie Furniss to discuss her team’s process of creating the visuals and the inspiration behind the show’s concept.
Fall 2024 WGI Winds Division Update
Winds programs today continue to push the boundaries of the division, producing the highest caliber of designers and performers alike. Take a look below at some of our ongoing initiatives to foster growth and excellence in WGI’s newest division!
Keeping Supernatural Company with American Fork High School’s 2024 Show
Everyone loves an entertaining thriller full of suspense, especially one that involves ghosts. In their 2024 show, “The Winchester Mystery,” athletes from American Fork High School in American Fork, Utah, performed an enrapturing show inspired by the tale of the Winchester Mystery House.
2025 WGI Suite Auction is Live Now!
The 2025 WGI Suite Auction is now live! Experience the magic of finals night in UD Arena without the shoulder-to-shoulder traffic.
This auction features THREE premier locations in the arena to watch World Championships as well as an elite housing experience at the UD Marriott in their Presidential Suite.
Telling the Tale of Lizzie Borden with Gold Winterguard’s 2024 Production
A haunting nursery rhyme about Lizzie Borden, one of America’s most controversial court cases, inspired Gold Winterguard’s thrilling 2024 program, 40/41. In this article, Director Joey Valenzuela talks about the inspiration behind the show, different interpretations of Lizzie, and looking forward to the 2025 season.
WGI Mourns the Loss of Virginia “Virg” Balcerek
Virginia Balcerek, a cherished and dedicated WGI World Championships volunteer, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18. Read more about her iconic role at the bottom of the UD Arena Tunnel and the spirit of service she embodied for over 40 years.
Bringing the Gallery to Life With Dartmouth High School Percussion
Each time Darcie Aungst walks past the incredible art gallery in her hometown of Bedford, Massachusetts, she’s drawn to its aesthetic. Filled with creations by local artists, Darcie decides that “Gallery X” would be the perfect centerpiece of an indoor percussion show for the group she works with, Dartmouth High School.
The 2025 WGI Suite Auction: What You Need to Know!
Experience the magic of finals night in UD Arena without the shoulder-to-shoulder traffic through the 2025 WGI Suite Auction. This auction features THREE premier locations in the arena to watch World Championships as well as an elite housing experience at the UD Marriott in their Presidential Suite.
Finding Your Voice with Palm Desert Charter Middle School’s 2024 Program
Every color guard performer dreams of competing at one of the highest levels in the activity and showing off all the hard work they have put into perfecting their sport. For a group of middle schoolers out of Palm Desert, California, this dream became a reality in 2022, and it has been a reality ever since, as they took the stage in 2024 for another great year competing in the Scholastic Open Class division.
Updates to the 2025 WGI Code of Conduct
WGI Board of Directors and Staff recently adopted updates to the organization’s Code of Conduct for the upcoming 2025 season. These improvements are designed to empower performers and support staff with clear guidelines and resources, fostering a culture of care that prioritizes the well-being of everyone participating in WGI.
WGI Employment Opportunities!
Click Here to look at employment opportunities at WGI’s corporate office in Dayton, Ohio!
“Reflecting” on Zionsville High School’s 2024 Production
Under the direction of Michael Rennaker and Orion Avery, Zionsville took a fantastically detailed, entertaining, and beautifully performed show to Dayton. With a mirror turned to the audience as they leaped to their feet following an incredible finals performance, Zionsville closed the book on their 2024 season and their show, “Sonic Reflections.”
Free Regional Event Entries for First-Time WGI Winds Groups
Has your program been contemplating adding a WINDS group?
For the 2025 and 2026 WGI seasons, winds groups new to WGI competition (or a returning group that hasn’t participated in a WGI event since the 2022 season) can enjoy one FREE EVENT REGISTRATION.
