Show Design
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Drill Lesson w/ Michael Gaines
$1055Win TWO- 1 hour Virtual Drill Writing Lessons with the Legendary Michael Gaines!
Also included:
- PYWARE License (3D Basic V10)
- Floor Covering plug-in to write all of your future WGI Shows!
Pick Michael's brain and get insight into his creative genius.
Come ready to ask him any questions. He can also talk you through some tricks of the trade on his faithful creative companion, Pyware.
Michael Gaines has been inducted into both the WGI and DCI Hall of Fame.
From 1998 to 2011, Michael was the drill designer and visual coordinator for The Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps, and served on the design team for all seven of their Drum Corps International World Championship titles. He is currently the Interim Director of Operations, Creative Director, and Visual Designer for Vanguard Music and Performing Arts.
In addition to his work with Vanguard, Michael also designs for marching bands, theatrical stage shows such as Blast! The Music of Disney, winter guards, indoor percussion, and indoor winds. His designs have been featured by several high school Bands of America National Champions, with the most recent being Carmel High School from Indiana. His work can also be seen at WGI with Pride of Cincinnati, Aimachi, and Carmel High School.
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Indoor Winds Show Music Book
$280One Indoor Winds Show (Music Book) from SyncedUpDesigns.com!
Choose from any show in our Indoor Winds Music catalog to help you put your 2022 WGI Show together!
https://syncedupdesigns.com/collections/indoor-winds-music
*winner must get additional rights if applicable
*subject to regional exclusivity
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Rifle Choreo-Heather Graham
$311Heather Graham Rifle Choreography for a Rifle Feature of your Choice!
Up to 1 minute of rifle choreography AND TWO Virtual Zoom Consultations (30 min. each) to discuss show design/choreography within your program.
Heather is the super talented head director of the Scholastic World Miamisburg High School. You have also likely seen some of Heather's "cute twirls" on social media and performed by the Boston Crusaders Drum & Bugle Corps and Inspires Winter Guard.
She will adapt her unique style to fit whatever level your members are at and also give you some tips on how to best use choreography to show off your students talents! All choreography will be taught virtually.
Follow Heather on Instagram
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Scott Chandler Design Course!
$315Full access for you and your staff to the course "Winning Design: Guidance from a Master" with Scott Chandler, a WGI legend.
Your team can create and perform shows full of great effect and amazing excellence!
All the information you need to design and teach at the highest level is here!
Improve your skills and success by learning directly from one of the most successful designers in the marching arts!
Over FIVE Hours of great ideas from Scott's years of success!
Great ideas that will bring you more success and enjoyment!
Topics in the course include:
- Designing / Instructing / Coaching
- The Design Process
- The Job of the Program Coordinator
- Competition and Judges
- The Creative Process
- + Many More!
Scott Chandler is a WGI legend that has had an unparalleled amount of success, including an unprecedented 22 consecutive years of World Class champions for Winter Guard International! He is the program coordinator and choreographer for the award-winning Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps of Concord, California and the SOKA Renaissance Vanguard of Tokyo, Japan. Special guest collaborators include Jay Murphy, Kathy Whitcomb, and Courtney Mills of ColorGuardEDU.
All topics in the course come directly from ideas presented in Scott's powerful and popular book "FWD March."
Find out more about this course here.
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Shavon Garcia-Flag Choreograph
$175Flag Choreography for the 2022 Season by the fabulous Shavon Garcia!!!
Bid Now for this incredible opportunity to work with one of the WGI World Class greats!
Shavon is the director and lead choreographer for Imbue Winter Guard.
Her flag choreography and style is unique and will give your guard a special look for 2022!
Shavon will include:
- 30 minute virtual consultation to discuss your needs.
- Recorded session with flag choreography presented
- One follow up 30 minute session.
- Up to 45 seconds of choreography. It can be continuous or broken up. You can discuss with Shavon at your initial virtual consultation.
Shavon Garcia has 20 years of experience as a director, designer, and choreographer in the color guard activity. Shavon also has a performance background within the DCI and WGI world, as well as dance training outside of pageantry. She is also a certified Barre and Pilates Instructor.
Shavon has worked with a variety of groups at scholastic, collegiate, and independent levels, including The Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps and Imbue Winterguard, of which she is the founder, movement trainer, lead designer, & choreographer.
Shavon has been able to develop a process and unique artistic voice which draws inspiration from many sources including her performers.
Follow Imbue on Instagram @Imbue_winterguard
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Lindsey Vento Consultation!
$421THREE - 1 Hour Virtual Consultations with the multi-talented Lindsey Vento!
Use this valuable time with Lindsey any way that helps you reach your goals for the 2022 season.
Some ways that you could best utilize these three hours with Lindsey...
- Help guide your winter guard staff as you prepare before or work during your season.
- Music and soundtrack discussions & guidance.
- Discuss aesthetics as you design your floor, silks, and costumes.
- Video study of rehearsal or performance footage.
However you'd like to use your 3 hours, it is up to you !
Lindsey Vento is in her 22nd year in the pageantry arts where she has served as an instructor, program designer, adjudicator and choreographer. She has worked with, and designed for, bands and color guards across the country as the visual designer and artistic coordinator for Vento Music and Visual Designs, where she and her husband work side by side. She has led and coordinated the designs for numerous teams resulting in consistent BOA and WGI regional and national finalists appearances.
Lindsey is the Artistic Director and Program Coordinator and The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps and formerly served on the visual team at Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps. Lindsey is also a broadcaster for Drum Corps International for the Big, Loud, and Live theatre event, as well as the Championships weekend broadcasts, where she serves as the design commentator. She is the artistic director and coordinator at Blue Springs HS (MO), North Hardin HS (KY), Vista Ridge HS (TX), just to name a few. Lindsey is also an active adjudicator with various state marching band circuits and Bands Of America.
She has her Bachelor's of Music Education degree, emphasis in vocal music, was an active dance instructor and adjudicator, and has also performed professionally with the Lyric Opera of Kansas City before she decided to focus all of her efforts into the pageantry arts. She is the proud mom of three boys, who all share in the band world family passion.
Please visit Vento Music & Visual Designs for more information about Lindsey.
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Michael James-Dance & Choreo
$350Virtual Dance Class and One full minute of Movement Choreography from the talented Michael James!!
Now is your chance to work with this WGI super star. Bid Now to give your students the opportunity to experience the fantastic energy of Michael James.
He will hold a 1 hour-virtual dance class for your color guard and will also choreograph 1 FULL MINUTE of choreography for your 2022 WGI production.
What an opportunity for the lucky winner!
Michael James, born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, graduated from the University of South Florida, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Dance Performance. After college, he performed in the American Stage Company's "Shakespeare in the Park" Series for five seasons, as well as danced and choreographed for the Children's Theater Tour. He has been a member of The Repertory Dance Theatre of Utah and Disney's Pleasure Island Explosion Dancers
As a WGI color guard designer and choreographer, Michael has worked with Cypress Creek HS, Seminole HS, Tarpon Springs HS, Union HS (OK) Timber Creek HS, Freedom HS, Father Ryan HS (TN), Dobyns Bennett HS (TN), John Overton HS (TN), The Company Winter Colour Guard, Kennesaw Mountain HS (GA), Miamisburg HS (OH), Pope HS (GA), Center Grove HS (IN), U.S.F. Winter Guard, and Northmont HS (OH). He is also currently on staff with the Santa Clara Vanguard and the Crossmen. He previously has worked with the Phantom Regiment, The Cavaliers, and Mandarins.
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Tarpon Springs CG EXPERIENCE!
$405GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL (Virtually) WITH THE TARPON SPRINGS COLOR GUARD FOR THIS ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE!!
Bid NOW to win this incredible educational experience for either you and/or your students with the perennial Scholastic World favorite, Tarpon Springs Color Guard!
This prize can be won by either an individual or a color guard (maximum of 40 members)
This Tarpon Experience will include Two- 60 minute sessions that will include:
- Virtual Meet & Greet with the 2021 Tarpon Springs Members, Designers, and Staff.
- Take the Tarpon Springs 60- minute World Guard Class
- Open Q & A Session with the guard and instructors
- Learn Signature "Tarpon" tosses, choreography, tricks, and technique!!
- Join Breakout rooms with Tarpon Staff in rifle, sabre, flag and dance sections.
- Go behind the scenes of our 2021 Winter Guard Program
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Jeff Hurr PropDesign $1000 off
$500$1000 Discount on Prop Designs by the infamous Jeff Hurr!!
$1000 Coupon for discount on a Jeff Hurr original prop for your next WGI production.
This discount will be honored during DCI or Marching Band production season as well.
This master of building, sculpture, and prop making has created some of the most iconic WGI props over the years including props for:
- Pride of Cincinnati
- Bluecoats
- Carmel H.S.
- Center Grove H.S.
- WGI Sculpture at World Championships
Jeff and his assistant, Chris, make up the team that creates many of the incredible props that have dazzled WGI crowds for years.
Jeffrey Hurr, based in Garner, North Carolina, is a designer, craftsman, and artist. After attending NCSU School of Design in the 1970's, he began his first career and passion by building things with wood, including houses, cabinets, and furniture-this was the craftsmanship period in which skills and a deep appreciation of fine workmanship were developed.
In 1988 he followed another passion (this time metalworking) and produced decorative ironwork for companies along the Eastern Seaboard spanning a period of twelve years. One of the benefits of this time frame was that Jeff learned to operate his business with four employees, gaining management skills and an understanding of the value of collaborating with others. During this time the focus was on techniques of fabrication, welding, and painting while producing steel plant stands and tables. The transition to working with metal was an easy one, as all that changed were the tools and materials being used-the attention to detail remained the same.
Since the year 2000 Jeff has returned to a one-man-shop status, focusing primarily on custom metal projects, including gates, railings, trade show displays, furniture, and show props for marching bands, winter guards, and drum corps nationwide. This was the designer period, lasting over a decade.
Today Jeff continues toward a more expressive phase of his career by working mostly with a variety of metals, and when not producing props, he will be found in his Garner shop creating large-scale, nature-inspired, and kinetic sculpture as well as a wide range of other artistic products. Going forward, Jeff's attention is moving more and more toward the artistic side of things, while still refining his craftsmanship and design virtues.
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CG Soundtrack Design-Jon V.
$350Color Guard Soundtrack design from WGI Hall of Famer, Jon Vanderkolff!!
The winner of this item will get:
- Initial virtual consultation with Jon discussing the show storyboard and direction desired for the music.
- Jon will create the entire soundtrack for your show.
- Upon soundtrack completion, you will have two follow-up meetings and up to two edits.
** Jon will create a one-of-a-kind composition using pre-recorded sounds and/or music.
** The guard director will be responsible for getting the rights to all music as per WGI rules.
Jon has created the soundtrack design for so many of WGI's greatest programs including:
- Emerald Marquis
- Santa Clara Vanguard
- Bluecoats Indoor
- Northview H.S.
Jon has a degree in music theory/composition and was also the lead designer for the Emmy & Tony award winning production, "blast!"
Jon also currently serves as the artistic director and visual designer for the Bluecoats!
If you are interested in Jon's soundtrack design services, you can email him at vkolff@me.com
BID NOW for your opportunity to work with the musical creativity of Jon Vanderkolff!
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Matt Harloff Consult/Mentoring
$175THREE-1 Hour Virtual Sessions with the legendary Matt Harloff
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pick the brain of the genius of Matt Harloff.
Matt has been the man behind the enormously successful Avon H.S. and Carolina Crown music programs for many years.
His ability to lead his program & staff, train his students with the highest degree of excellence, and pull out their best when the moment matters the most, makes him a MASTER EDUCATOR & COACH!
Bid on this opportunity to gain insight into ways to help your own program, motivate your students, and set yourself up for success.
These 3 virtual sessions can include a one-on-one show consultation for the WGI 2022 season or music fundamental discussions, it is up to you.
Check out Matt's website here.
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Hunt Consult & Pepwear
$265Bid on this wonderful package deal!!
Jeremy Hunt will offer you One 1 hour Zoom Design Consultation to discuss your 2022 WGI Winds Show.
AND
Pepwear will donate TWO full-front show shirts for every student in the ensemble that wins this bid. ($500 value)
- Cotton Tee Shirts with a 2-color print on the front.
- We have an art team that can help with the design of your shirt, or you can bring our design to us. (2 colors)
Jeremy Hunt is a five time DCI finalist visual designer, 8 time BOA finalist visual designer and a multi medalist designer in WGI percussion.
Recently, Jeremy has written for three different drum corps finalist. The Phantom Regiment (2015), Spirit of Atlanta (2010-2013), and the Colts (2007-2009). Since 2004 Jeremy has designed for multiple BOA Grand National Finalists, Semifinalists and regional finalist; Most recently with Jenks High School and Leander High School who was named the 2019 & 2016 BOA class AAA national champion. He has written for Ten UIL (Texas) State Finalist bands since 2008 and 16 state championship bands throughout the country.
His notable WGI percussion ensembles are Homer Hanna HS who finished 7th place in PSW at the 2015 & 2017 World Championships, North Shore HS with a 4th place finish in 2014, and Mariner HS the 2006 PSA gold medalist. Additionally, 21 of his groups have medaled in the Texas Colorguard circuit since 2012 In addition to designing, Jeremy has also taught and judged in several different capacities.
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Evan VanDoren Consultation
$55One-1-hour virtual consultation with Evan VanDoren on any subject that you choose!!
Evan is a force to be reckoned with and one of the leaders in our marching arts community. Don't miss your chance to pick his brain and gain insight on any topic you would like (show design, your show, composition, etc...)
Evan VanDoren is a freelance arranger, composer, and educational consultant. As the owner of VanDoren Music, Evan is commissioned each year to create works for concert and marching ensembles. He has arranged and orchestrated award-winning marching shows for numerous high school and collegiate bands across the country.
Evan has been involved in the drum corps community since 2001, concluding his marching experience as the drum major of the Carolina Crown in 2008. Since then, he has served on the brass faculties of the Blue Stars, the Madison Scouts, the Carolina Crown and is currently the Brass Arranger at the Santa Clara Vanguard. Additionally, Evan enjoys working as a leadership facilitator for SASI Leadership, based in Austin, Texas.
Evan is an active clinician, presenting for Drum Corps International, the Music Educators National Convention, the Texas Bandmasters Association, the Texas Music Educators Association, and Music for All. He regularly consults with band programs around the country. Evan is also an active adjudicator with Bands of America and the Texas Music Adjudicators Association.
Before devoting his life to creating music, Evan was a band director at Cedar Park High School, in Cedar Park, Texas, during which time the band was awarded multiple marching state championships and national recognition. He received a Bachelor in Music Education with Honors from Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana. Currently, he lives in Cedar Park, Texas, with his wife, Katie, and their dog, Cooper.
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Courtney Mills Perform Session
$90One 60-minute Performance Consultation Virtual Session for students, staff, or both.
Courtney Mills is a movement and performance expert and the founder of ColorGuardEDU. She has been a choreography, mentor, and performance coach for color guards, winds, and percussion groups all over the country!
Courtney has a special ability to pull the love of performance out of your students and the know-how to guide your staff to do the same.
Courtney Allyson Mills, a movement educator, began her love for dance, theater, and the creative performing arts in Seminole, Florida where she performed in the prestigious Seminole High School Marching Band and Color Guard. Her experiences in high school brought forth many years of performing with two-time WGI gold medalist, The Company Color Guard and DCI finalist Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps. During her years of performing, Ms. Mills began her teaching career with the goal of helping to develop lifelong skills of passion, determination, and perseverance within young adults, nationally and internationally.
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Shavon Garcia-Mentor/Consult
$90Two- 1 Hour Virtual Mentorship/Consultation sessions with Shavon Garcia!
Bid Now for two-1 hour zoom sessions for the 2022 WGI winter season.
The winner can use these sessions as a show consultation for their 2022 program OR as a mentorship opportunity.
Consultation:
- 1 pre-season and 1 mid-season consult.
Mentorship:
- The winner may choose guidance within being a director, choreographer/designer, or instructor.
Shavon Garcia has 20 years of experience as a director, designer, and choreographer in the color guard activity. Shavon also has a performance background within the DCI and WGI world, as well as dance training outside of pageantry. She is also a certified Barre and Pilates Instructor.
Shavon has worked with a variety of groups at scholastic, collegiate, and independent levels, including The Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps and Imbue Winterguard, of which she is the founder, movement trainer, lead designer, & choreographer. Shavon has been able to develop a process and unique artistic voice which draws inspiration from many sources including her performers.
Follow Imbue on Instagram @Imbue_winterguard
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Design Package Sara Solomonson
$1852022 Winter Design Custom Package that includes the following:
For Winter Guards
- 1 custom digital floor design of any size and 2 custom digital flag designs
OR
For Percussion and Winds
- 1 custom digital floor design of any size and 1 custom digital prop covering
This package includes taking your concept and directives, working through the creative process to ensure your vision is met, and seeing the designs through to their full completion. This includes working with you to guarantee you have the design solutions you need.
Sara has designed for many award-winning scholastic and independent WGI groups, most recently including Carmel HS, Trumbull HS, Tarpon Springs HS, Kennesaw Mountain HS, and Paramount Winter Guard.
Check out her website here.
