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At Vanguard we make better people through teaching personal excellence.

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Welcome to Vanguard Music and Performing Arts, home of The Santa Clara Vanguard and The Vanguard Cadets. Since 1967, Vanguard has been an iconic name in the pageantry world teaching thousands of young performers the power of positivity, personal responsibility, excellence in performance, and strong personal character. We create incredible future leaders.

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Santa Clara Vanguard Announces New Corps Director

Sep 6, 2022

Santa Clara, CA- (September 2022): Vanguard Music and Performing Arts (VMAPA) is excited to share that Gio Bastante has accepted the prestigious position of Corps Director for The Santa Clara Vanguard (SCV). Gio has been an active member of the administrative team at...

Dignity & Excellence Since 1967

The Santa Clara Vanguard (SCV) Drum & Bugle Corps was formed in 1967 in Santa Clara, California. The entire SCV organization strives to create a positive atmosphere where young people can grow and mature into responsible young adults; succeeding both as individuals and as members of a tightly woven group. Over the years, the Santa Clara Vanguard has developed a long-standing reputation for dignity and excellence.

Dignity & Excellence Since 1967

The Santa Clara Vanguard (SCV) Drum & Bugle Corps was formed in 1967 in Santa Clara, California. The entire SCV organization strives to create a positive atmosphere where young people can grow and mature into responsible young adults; succeeding both as individuals and as members of a tightly woven group. Over the years, the Santa Clara Vanguard has developed a long-standing reputation for dignity and excellence.