2025 WGI Percussion/Winds Virtual Solo Scores
Congratulations to all of our incredible participants! Check out the ratings from the 2025 WGI Virtual Solo competition below! Division Group Hometown Rating Score Most Outstanding WINDS Clarinet/Bass Clarinet (19 & Up) Matthew Stewart Highland, Michigan Superior 5 Most Outstanding PERCUSSION Mallet (13 & Under) Richard Urbano Conroe, Texas Excellent 4 Most Outstanding […]
2025 Color Guard Virtual Solo Scores
Congratulations to all of our incredible participants! Check out the ratings from the 2025 WGI Virtual Solo competition below!
2025 WGI Hall of Fame: Marlieta Matthews-Beckman
Recent WGI Hall of Fame inductee, Marlieta Matthews-Beckman, began her journey into the marching arts world at a very young age. Read more about her journey into WGI and what her hopes for the future of the activity are below!
Music For All and WGI Renew Strategic Partnership
Music for All and WGI Sport of the Arts are excited to announce the re-establishment of a strategic partnership, designed to support the mission of their organizations as well as their programs and events that provide dynamic music education and performance arts opportunities.
Save the Date: 2025 Advisory Board Information!
WGI Sport of the Arts will hold its Advisory Board meetings on June 6-7, 2025, at the Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Tell Us Your Story! WGI x FloMarching Unique Feature Callout
Do you have a story about yourself, a mentor, or a friend that you think would inspire others? We’re looking for interesting stories from current participants, directors, staff, parents, or anyone else involved in the marching arts that we can spotlight and share on WGI and FloMarching’s combined social media audience of over 825,000 followers!
2025 Class of the Future Leaders Program Announced!
The WGI Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is excited to announce the 2025 class of the I AM WGI: Future Leaders Program, a mentorship and leadership opportunity for WGI performers across all regions and divisions. Color Guard Winds “I am looking forward to working with these impressive young adults to foster the next generation of […]
Trumbull Percussion/Winds Regional Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather in the Trumbull area this weekend, WGI and the Event Partner have decided that it is in the best interest of everyone’s safety to cancel the Trumbull Percussion and Winds regional. Participating group directors should look for emails from the WGI office with more information and next steps.
WGI Mourns the Passing of Rich “Rock” Kemp
The marching arts community is deeply saddened by the passing of Richard “Rock” Kemp, a dedicated judge, mentor and leader who made a lasting impact on the activity.
Check Out the 2025 WGI Show Announcements Page!
Click Here to check out the group show announcements for the 2025 competitive season. Make your plans to see your favorite groups and make sure you don’t miss any incredible performances!
Conquering Performance Anxiety with Shirley Dorritie
This essential training presentation by Shirley Dorritie dives into some of the most common performance obstacles and uncovers the hidden triggers that might hinder your team’s success.
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.
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.
