2026 Virtual Event Ratings
Congratulations to all of our 2026 WGI Virtual Participants! Click here to view the latest results from our virtual events.
‘Next level:’ Meraki Percussion’s four-year journey to World Class finals
When Meraki Percussion was founded as an Independent Open Class ensemble, Executive Director Robert Lowery had a five-year plan to become World Class.
WATCH: Going “Inside Your Storm” With Nomad Percussion
Nomad took the Percussion Independent A Class Silver Medal in 2025.
WATCH: Dorman HS Percussion on the Rise
The WGI Video Team spoke with Dorman staff and students about their production, season, and culture.
WATCH: Dartmouth HS Members Break Down “The Diner”
Members from Dartmouth HS broke down their 2025 production.
WATCH: All About “Drums in a Gym” With Paradigm Percussion
Drums? In a gym?
WATCH: Painting the Floor With Matrix Percussion
Matrix spread vibrant colors all across the floor during their performances at the WGI Percussion World Championships.
WATCH: Spectre Percussion and the Inspiration Behind “These Walls”
Spectre Percussion moved World Championships audiences with their program, “These Walls.”
WATCH: On The Floor With Atlanta Quest
Members of Atlanta Quest spoke with the WGI Video Team about their program “Eden,” and then gave a first person perspective of World Championships retreat!
WATCH: Lake Effect Percussion Goes “From Spotlight to Studio” in 2025 Production
Our video team talked with members and staff at Lake Effect about their Michigan connection, and about their production “From Studio to Spotlight.”
WGI Seeks Historical Percussion Uniforms
WGI is seeking uniform donations from past championship-winning World Class percussion groups for use in WGI’s 50th anniversary taking place in 2027.
WATCH: Grassfield HS Brings the (Nuclear) Energy to WGI Percussion World Championships
We talked with members and staff from Grassfield HS about the trajectory of their program, and about what makes concert percussion unique.
Center Grove Percussion Brings Rising Broadway Star to WGI World Championships
Exploring ideas of comic book heroism and the meaning behind our love of superheroes, Center Grove made an indelible impact on finals night.
WATCH: Catching Light With Basha HS Percussion
Our video team talked with members and staff at Basha about their program “To Catch a Light.”
WATCH: A Closer Look at RCC Indoor Percussion’s Record-Breaking 2025 Production
We talked with RCC Indoor Percussion staff about their record-breaking program and their WGI World Championships-winning run.
WATCH: Following the North Star With Kings HS Percussion
Follow along with Kings HS Percussion through their time at the 2025 WGI Percussion World Championships.
WATCH: The Design Behind E.D. White Catholic HS Percussion’s Iconic Horses
E.D. White Catholic HS Percussion became a viral sensation at the 2025 WGI Percussion World Championships after videos of the horse props in their production brought in more than 7 million views. Our team talked with members of the group to learn all about their production “Our Tender Land.”
2025 Percussion/Winds Virtual Prelims Ratings
Congratulations to all of the groups who competed in the 2025 virtual prelims. Click Here to check out their ratings!
WGI 2025: Know Before You Go!
WGI World Championships is right around the corner, and it’s essential to make the necessary preparations for a successful weekend on and off the floor!
Below, you will find the most updated information for all championship events and items you will want to know to make your experience as smooth as possible.
2025 Percussion and Winds Virtual Finals Ratings
Congratulations to all of the groups who competed in the 2025 virtual finals. Click Here to check out their ratings!