Guard Closet News & Updates
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10 Culture Anchors to build your 2026 Marching Arts Program (with Joey Montes)
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Building a strong marching band or color guard program takes more than reps—it takes culture. In this featured workshop clip, Joey Montes (MarchingByMontes) breaks down 10 Culture Anchors to help directors create consistency, clear expectations, and student ownership that lasts beyond one season.
Want the full unlisted workshop replay? Email design@guardcloset.com (name + school/program + role).
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Recover & Reset: Holiday Gift Guide for Band & Guard | Guard Closet
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It's the end of the season. You're tired. Your kids are tired. Your staff is tired. Your show flag is probably still somewhere in the back of someone’s car. This guide was built for YOU — the marching-arts humans who gave everything this year and deserve a reset.
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Nicole Younger: From BOA Finalists to DCI Corps — A Designer’s Journey
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Nicole Younger’s design career includes BOA finalists, WGI medalists, and DCI corps. Explore her work at Round Rock, Tomball, Corbin, Monarch, and The Academy.
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Kim Jones | Pennsauken’s “Let Them Eat Cake,” The Light & Downingtown West
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Kim’s foundation began as a performer herself — marching with Crossmen, Blue Devils, and Blackwatch — before moving into instruction and design. Across Archbishop Wood, Pennsauken, Downingtown West, and her independent ensembles, her shows are remembered for their creativity, strong performer training, and unforgettable visual impact.
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Meet Alicia Sharp | Guard Closet Brand Manager & Designer
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With 20 years in the pageantry arts, Alicia Sharp joins Guard Closet as a Brand Manager, designer, and adjudicator serving programs across the Southeast.
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Guard Closet Welcomes Kim Jones: Your Marching Arts & Pageantry Expert
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Guard Closet is excited to welcome Kim Jones to our Brand Manager team! With a rich background in drum corps, color guard, and marching band design, Kim brings fresh insight and trusted expertise to help programs shine on and off the field.
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Introducing Lori Winschel: Guard Closet’s New Brand Manager & Marching Arts Consultant
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At Guard Closet, we partner with marching arts programs on every detail—uniforms,props, spirit wear, and performance-day execution. That’s why we... -
WGI Winds Preview, Band Director Burnout & Exciting Show Reveals – On A Water Break Podcast Recap The One With 2025 WGI Winds Performers
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Welcome to another exciting episode of On A Water Break, your go-to podcast for everything in the marching arts world! In this episode, we discuss the WGI Winds division, dive into the challenges of band director burnout, and reveal some of the most exciting new show themes for the 2024 season.
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Exploring the Excitement of WGI Percussion: Interviews with 2025 Performers
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In this action-packed episode of the On A Water Break podcast, we dive deep into the world of WGI Percussion, featuring insightful interviews with some of the brightest talents and rising stars in the marching arts. From the challenges of maintaining top-tier performance standards to the personal stories of the field, this episode covers it all. If you’re a fan of Winter Guard International, drumlines, or marching percussion, this episode is a must-listen!
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Elevate Your Marching Band's Performance with Custom Show Design Services from GuardCloset
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GuardCloset is proud to offer exceptional custom design services to help you reach new heights. We've assembled a talented team of designers and collaborators with decades of experience in the marching arts
