inspiring design: How I Produced My Winter Program
By Trudy Horsting This article was inspired by a recent interview with Vincent Thomas “I find inspiration in almost everything. I find it through music that sends a bolt through my spine. I find inspiration in humanity and nature. I think the creators have given us such a platform of inspiration. What we experience, what […]
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Blue Ridge HS Varsity: A Welcome Surprise
By Savannah Daigle Surprised would be one way to describe Guard Director Deana Moore’s reaction to the email she received stating the Blue Ridge High School Varsity Winter Guard received “Most Outstanding” for WGI’s eSolo & Ensemble competition in June. “I wasn’t expecting it. It was a different playing field that we weren’t used to. […]
Vincent Thomas: Living Life in an Ensemble
By Trudy Horsting Vincent Thomas is a pioneering performer, choreographer, and teacher in the marching arts community. Working with groups like Lake Mary HS, Onyx World, Paradigm Winter Guard, Just Class World and more, his creative touch has inspired many. Each time, his work leaves countless hearts endlessly inspired. He sat down to share a […]
WGI eSolo & Ensemble 2021
Future Leaders Program Class Announced
WGI and the WGI Diversity and Inclusion Committee are excited to announce the first-ever class of the I AM WGI: Future Leaders Program, a new mentorship and leadership opportunity for WGI performers across all regions and divisions. COLOR GUARD Olivia Gooch Devon Kugler Laetitia Miron Gabrielle Moore Umarin Patamasank Grantis Peranda Kennedy Riles Tanner Wetzel […]
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WGI Archives: 2012 Percussion World Championships
In our “WGI Archives” Feature Series, we take a look back at feature stories from past print copies of FOCUS Magazine! In this archive snapshot, we revisit the Percussion finals performances of the WGI 2012 World Championships, first published in the Spring 2012 WGI FOCUS Magazine. By Michael Reed The 20th WGI Percussion Championships were […]
WGI Archives: Heavy Hitters
In our “WGI Archives” Feature Series, we take a look back at feature stories from past print copies of FOCUS Magazine! In this archive snapshot, we revisit the Percussion finals performances of the WGI 2014 World Championships, first published in the Spring 2014 WGI FOCUS Magazine. By Michael Boo Pulse and Dartmouth take Percussion World […]
WGI Statement on 2021 Season
We prize the health of our community-our participants, volunteers, adjudicators, and employees. To play our part in the fight to contain the spread of COVID-19, we have been closely following state and city leaders and health officials’ expert guidance. We are awed by the dedicated medical professionals and essential workers working tirelessly on the front […]
Jennifer Giddens Appointed to WGI Board of Directors
WGI Sport of the Arts, the world’s leading producer of indoor color guard, percussion ensemble, and winds group events is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Giddens as an at-large member of the board of directors. “We enthusiastically welcome Jennifer as we continue driving our organization to fulfill our mission and provide unique experiences […]
WGI Archives: Ahead of the Curve
In our “WGI Archives” Feature Series, we take a look back at feature stories from past print copies of FOCUS Magazine! In this archive snapshot, first published in the Winter 2015 WGI FOCUS Magazine, we learn more about a few color guards that utilized winds and other instruments ahead of the launch of the WGI […]
WGI Archives: Spring Fever in Dayton
In our “WGI Archives” Feature Series, we take a look back at feature stories from past print copies of FOCUS Magazine! In this archive snapshot, we revisit the Color Guard finals performances of WGI’s 2016 season, first published in the Spring 2016 WGI FOCUS Magazine. By Michael Reed and Ashley Duross Pride of Cincinnati, Tarpon […]
WGI Archives: Calling All Nations
In our “WGI Archives” Feature Series, we take a look back at feature stories from past print copies of FOCUS Magazine! In this archive snapshot, first published in the Fall 2010 WGI FOCUS Magazine, we learn more about the excitement and challenges of international competition! By Debbie Galante Block In 2010, the WGI World Championships’ […]
WGI Statement: August 13, 2020
We want to update you on recent actions we’ve taken surrounding the events involving one of our Hall of Fame members, Ike Jackson, a California-based high school percussion instructor. In response to recent accounts of Mr. Jackson’s misconduct, WGI Sport of the Arts has retained the services of T&M Protection Resources to conduct an investigation […]
WGI Archives: The Fabric of Time
In our “WGI Archives” Feature Series, we take a look back at feature stories from past print copies of FOCUS Magazine! In this archive snapshot, we take a look at the evolution of WGI costumes and couture, first published in the Fall 2014 WGI FOCUS Magazine. By Dianne Spoto Ackerman Spectacular movement, heart-pounding music, sublime […]
WGI Statement: July 27, 2020
Abuse and misconduct have no place in the marching arts. We also respect and acknowledge that victims come forward when ready to share their story. In light of this commitment, WGI has contacted an independent investigation firm to review allegations of inappropriate conduct made against Ike Jackson. As a result, his membership in the WGI […]
WGI Archives: One for the Decades
In our “WGI Archives” Feature Series, we take a look back at feature stories from past print copies of FOCUS Magazine! In this archive snapshot, we revisit the Color Guard finals performances of WGI’s 40th Anniversary, first published in the Spring 2017 WGI FOCUS Magazine. By Jenny Lyons and Michael Reed Pride of Cincinnati and […]
Diversity Committee Adds Four New Members
At its meeting last November, the WGI Board of Directors formed a new Diversity and Inclusion Committee charging the committee with the responsibility to develop and put forth proposals to the Board to address issues of diversity and inclusion within the WGI community. Recognizing that diversity goes beyond language, ethnicity, race, and religion to include […]
