2022 IW Class Finalist Reviews
By: Trudy Horsting Congratulations to all of our 2022 Independent World class finalists! View a recap of their productions below in order of Finals placement. Pride of Cincinnati (97.250) 1st Pride of Cincinnati was visibly full of energy as performers shook and grew with the music. This show titled “Adios” tells the story of someone […]
2022 SO Class Finalist Reviews
Kiski Area HS (96.750) 1st Kiski Area High School performed “Second Star To The Right,” inspired by Wendy Darling from Peter Pan, complete with star-shaped platforms and a household window with a bench. The show began with a stunning dance ensemble and flawless rifle solo, and this set the tone for a phenomenal show. The […]
2022 IA Class Finalist Reviews
By: Kelli Ross Congratulations to all of our 2022 Independent A class finalists! View a recap of their productions below in order of Finals placement. FIU Gold (96.385) 1st FIU Gold’s show left no one in doubt of their skill. In “Sunday Service,” the floor became a church, complete with stained glass windows and pews. […]
2022 SA Class Finalist Reviews
By: Trudy Horsting Congratulations to all of our 2022 Scholastic A class finalists! View a recap of their productions below in order of Finals placement Somerset Academy (97.730) 1st The mature performers from Somerset Academy began their show “Winter” with a powerful ensemble lift. Moving around a tall metal prop centerstage, these performers exhibited flexibility, […]
Diamante’s Journey to the Floor
Follow along with Diamante as they go through their warmup and performance process at UD arena!
#WGIHistory Anniversary Collection
As a part of WGI’s 45-year-anniversary, we went back to our roots and found old documents, photos, and moments of time focusing on the many different decades of WGI. Below is the curation of 4 months of history content as we head into our 2022 WGI World Championships event. Take a look at the #WGIHistory […]
Today’s #WGIHistory: The Virtual Season
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. Today’s #WGIHistory revisits the 2021 virtual season. When the COVID-19 pandemic canceled the remainder of WGI’s 2020 season, many in the marching arts community were devastated. As they watched the activity they came to […]
Today’s #WGIHistory: 2018 Winds WC Montage
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. Today’s #WGIHistory is the 2018 World Championships Winds montage!
2022 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Join WGI on Wednesday April 20 as we honor three individuals whose efforts have shaped the activity with their contributions and achievements. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony for Tim Bray, Shane Gwaltney, and Caleb Rothe will take place at the Marriott at 9:00 PM on the evening prior to the start of the 2022 […]
Today’s #WGIHistory: 2016 CG WC Montage
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. Today’s #WGIHistory takes us back to the 2016 WGI Color Guard World Class Finals Montage.
Today’s #WGIHistory: 1st Scholastic World Winds Champions
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. In 2015, WGI held its first competitive #WGIWinds World Championships event. At the conclusion of the event, Father Ryan High School took home the first ever championship title for the SW winds division.
Today’s #WGIHistory: 1st Winds World Class Champions
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. In 2015, WGI held its first competitive #WGIWinds World Championships event. At the conclusion of the event, RhythmX Winds took home the first ever championship title for the IW winds division.
Today’s #WGIHistory: The Beginning of Winds
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. Today’s #WGIHistory takes us back to the beginning of WGI’s newest division, Indoor Winds. Check out the video below to see winds in its inaugural year.
Today’s #WGIHistory: Aimachi Winds Exhibition in 2014
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. #DidYouKnow that one year prior to the first WGI Winds World Championships in 2015, Aimachi Winds performed in exhibition? Watch history in motion here with the full performance of the 2014 Aimachi Winds Program.
WGI Week 5 Recap
Week FIVE of #WGI2022 has concluded! Check out the 2022 Event Coverage Page each week for the most up-to-date social, video, and photography recaps of our regional events.
Cichele: Putting Your Experience to Work
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we are honoring keystone individuals who are educating and inspiring the next generation of WGI. As we embark on our 45th anniversary season, we must acknowledge the importance of all women in the indoor activity and their roles in our success. Cichele has been involved in the marching arts […]
Today’s #WGIHistory: 2011 Color Guard World Championships Program Book
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. Click here to take a trip down memory lane with the 2011 Color Guard World Championships program book!
William Martin: Diversifying the Student Experience
In honor of Black History Month, WGI is proud to feature strong African-American voices in the WGI community who are making significant contributions both in and out of the indoor marching arts. William Martin has been involved with the performing arts all his life. He started his career in pageantry with The Cavaliers Drum and […]
Today’s #WGIHistory: 2000’s Color Guard Recap
Each month we will focus on a different decade of WGI, spanning from our inaugural championships season to the conclusion of #WGI2022. Today’s #WGIHistory gives us a glimpse into the 2000’s with the decade’s Color Guard Recap.
Rodney Bailey: An Educator’s Perspective
In honor of Black History Month, WGI is proud to feature strong African-American voices in the WGI community who are making significant contributions both in and out of the indoor marching arts. Rodney Bailey is a director, designer, consultant, choreographer, and influential voice in the marching arts activity. Read more below about his perspective on […]