EDUCATIONAL Resources
Learn more about some of the ways to learn and grow with WGI through the links below!
WGI and the WGI Diversity and Inclusion Committee are excited to announce the I AM WGI: Future Leaders Program, a new mentorship and leadership opportunity for color guard, percussion and winds performers across the globe.
Click here to learn more about the Future Leaders Program Class of 2021!
The I AM WGI: Emerging Voices Award is a community-funded monetary award that provides an opportunity for outstanding minority performers with significant financial need to reach their highest potential. The Award is geared to those individuals who show promise to be a beacon for positive change in their communities and WGI.
The I AM WGI: Emerging Voices Award strives to reduce financial barriers for historically underrepresented performers with high artistic and leadership promise from the African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander and Hispanic American populations.
Click here to learn more about 2021 EVA Recipient Kennedy Riles!
Since its inception, the WGI Scholarship Program has provided more than $800,000 to deserving young people.
Support for these scholarships comes from generous contributions from personal donations, corporate donations and income from the 50/50 raffle at World Championships. Corporate scholarships awarded through this program include:
FJM, Inc. Scholarship - awarded to an outstanding student majoring in music education
FJM, Inc. Scholarship - awarded to an outstanding color guard performer
Yamaha/DeLucia Scholarship - awarded to an outstanding student majoring in music education
Yamaha Music Education Scholarship - awarded to an outstanding student majoring in music education
Zildjian/Mark Thurston Scholarship - awarded to an outstanding percussion performer
WGI Educational Downloads offer an affordable, virtual way to strengthen your skills as a designer or performer.
The WGI Board of Directors; WGI Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee; and the WGI Future Leaders Program (FLP) are proud to announce the promotion and education of Inclusive Costuming.
EDUCATIONal links from wgi sponsors
Click through the dropdowns below to see some of our sponsors' educational offerings!
Band Shoppe Blog: What is a PA System?
- We breakdown how a PA System works and the components that are needed for your use. No matter how you plan to use your system, this informational blog will help you understand where to start!
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The History of Band Shoppe's Air Blade
- As organizations around the globe start to address alternatives to traditional Drill Rifles, we give a brief history of one of our favorite exclusive products, the Air Blade. Look back at the early days of design and development, and read about how it became widely accepted by the entertainment industry.
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Band Shoppe Blog: What is a PA System?
- We breakdown how a PA System works and the components that are needed for your use. No matter how you plan to use your system, this informational blog will help you understand where to start!
- CLICK HERE for more info!
Band Shoppe Blog: What's a Cheater Tape?
- If you are looking to learn how to spin a flag or improve your technique, then you will find this blog very helpful. We explain the reference points of cheater tape, as well as good flags for training. An excellent resource for beginners or color guard instructors.
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Band Shoppe Blog: Taping Your Rifle
- Most manufacturers recommend that you tape your Drill Rifles to improve the longevity and overall wear of the show prop. But there are not very many explanations on the best way to do it. This informational blog post explains the materials that are needed and the best process (with diagrams) to wrap them correctly.
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KHS America Academic Alliance
- The KHS America Academic Alliance is an ample resource for music educators and students alike. You join a community of top Educators, Artists and Ensembles, while also joining an expansive network of School Music Dealers, the KHS America team and other School Band Programs throughout the country.
- CLICK HERE for more info!
Supporting The Dedication at WGI
TAMA | BERGERAULT is preparing to be a big presence at WGI 2022, and not just at the Championships, but many regional events leading up to the finals in Dayton. We’ll have a presence at preliminary events in both California and Indiana in an effort to support the hard work and dedication of the ensembles, directors, and WGI personnel. Above and beyond our support for this year’s competition, TAMA | BERGERAULT has been continually expanding product offering; from the new Fieldstar Marching drums, to a vast collection of Bergerault Performance Series keyboards, we have the instruments to outfit your entire percussion ensemble.
Click Here to learn more!