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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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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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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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!
