In Memoriam – Pete Emmons
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
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...
Vanguard Music & Performing Arts Announces the Return of the Vanguard Cadets in 2027
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...
International Women’s Day Spotlight: An Interview with Vanguard’s First Female Corps Director
For Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, we are shining a spotlight on Vanguard’s FIRST female corps director, Rebecca Compton-Allen, best known as RCA! VMAPA is proud to be a vehicle for RCA, and all of the women who presently work at Vanguard, to...
