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From The Field: 2018, Episode 11

Aug 7, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

As the season nears its end, the Vanguard Cadets reflect on their journey and prepare for DCI Open Class Championships in Michigan City, IN. Check in with a few members of the corps as they share what they love most about being a part of this organization.

From The Field: 2018, Episode 10

Aug 2, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

Meet the SCV Color Guard! In our latest episode of “From The Field” the SCVCG dishes all the details on their favorite moments of the show and talks about what it’s like to be a part of this special group.

SCV Backstage 2018: Training for Virtuosity

Aug 2, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

Drum Corps shows today require a great level of physical responsibility and demand. We sat down with Andy Toth, SCV visual Coordinator, to discuss how our staff is maximizing performance training and safety protocols to keep everyone well-prepared and performing at...

SCV Hard At Work: Closed Rehearsals

Aug 2, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

Thank you Chester, PA for being such an amazing audience last night! And thank you to our fans, Alumni, and family from all over the country for the wonderful support you’ve shown us this season. As we move on down the road, the remainder of our rehearsals will be...

SCVC Backstage 2018: A Conversation with Rob Ripley

Jul 28, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

The Vanguard Cadets are traveling across the country, taking audiences on a journey through the unexpected with their 2018 production, "Off The Wall"! We sat down with SCVC Program Coordinator, Rob Ripley, to learn more about this year's show.

From The Field: 2018, Episode 9

Jul 26, 2018 | Blog Post, Santa Clara Vanguard

Have you been keeping up with the JONZ this summer? The 2018 SCV percussion section continues to push their limits and won't stop until they reach their very best. Check in with them and hear what they love most about performing "Babylon"!