In Memoriam – Gloria Madrid-Flores

Sep 4, 2024 | Blog Post

It is with a great deal of sadness that we share with our Vanguard family the passing of one of our most recent Vanguard Hall of Fame inductees, Gloria Madrid-Flores.  Gloria passed away on August 4, 2024, surrounded by her family.  She was a wonderful woman, who has...

In Memoriam – Pete Emmons

May 28, 2026 | Blog Post

It is with much sadness that we acknowledge the loss of a very important member of our Vanguard Family, Mr. William Edward “Pete” Emmons. Pete started his drum corps journey as a 9-year member of the Troopers before joining the Anaheim Kingsmen as a marching...

In Memoriam – Gloria Madrid-Flores

Sep 4, 2024 | Blog Post

It is with a great deal of sadness that we share with our Vanguard family the passing of one of our most recent Vanguard Hall of Fame inductees, Gloria Madrid-Flores.  Gloria passed away on August 4, 2024, surrounded by her family.  She was a wonderful woman, who has...

Santa Clara Vanguard Launches “Road to the Rose Bowl” Fundraising Initiative Ahead of 2027 Rose Parade

Mar 27, 2026 | Uncategorized

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Santa Clara Vanguard Launches “Road to the Rose Bowl” Fundraising Initiative Ahead of 2027 Rose Parade SANTA CLARA, CA — The Santa Clara Vanguard today announced the launch of its new fundraising campaign, “Road to the Rose Bowl,” a...

Vanguard Music & Performing Arts Announces the Return of the Vanguard Cadets in 2027

Jul 3, 2026 | Blog Post, BOD Updates, News, Santa Clara Vanguard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Returning ensemble expands educational opportunities for young performers across California as VMAPA celebrates its 60th Anniversary SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Vanguard Music & Performing Arts (VMAPA) is proud to announce the return of the...