On A Water Break

Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts.In this Quick Sip, Trish is joined by Andy Lecture to break down the ongoing situation involving Paramount’s second guard, an age eligibility issue, and their move from Independent A Class to Independent Open.This episode dives into how the situation unfolded, what the WGI rulebook says, and how the decision is impacting multiple groups currently on the Independent Open waitlist for World Championships.What’s inside this episode:Paramount’s age eligibility violation and disqualificationThe decision to self-promote instead of removing a memberWGI rules and enforcement (Rule 1.5)Independent Open waitlist concernsRegistration tiers and how teams qualifyThe balance between fairness and member experienceThis conversation offers insight into the realities of running independent groups and navigating high-stakes decisions mid-season.Listen everywhere:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnAWaterBreakWebsite: https://www.onawaterbreak.comFollow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onawaterbreakFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/onawaterbreak

The OAWB crew dives into a massive week for the marching arts, from record-breaking facility investments to historic Hall of Fame inductions. We also get a masterclass in bass drum tech and tackle the "drama" of mid-season reclassifications.Highlights:Details on the University of South Alabama’s new $13M ensemble hall and practice field.Celebrating Wayne Markworth as the first-ever WGI Winds Hall of Fame inductee.How to muffle bass drums to avoid the "trash can" sound in a gym.The logistical nightmare of being bumped a class two weeks before Dayton.Joey’s takeaway from the HBCU Southern Classic Battle of the Bands.Panelists/Hosts:Joey @marchingbymontesAnne Sabre Turner @anne.saberHayley @h_harrington14Find On A Water Break:Website: OnAWaterBreak.comLinktree: linktr.ee/onawaterbreakEmail: [email protected]

Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts.This week on On A Water Break, main host Bobbey Biddle is joined by Hayley Harrington and Joseph Simons (Jo) for a Weekly episode packed with marching arts headlines, WGI updates, drum corps news, and a thoughtful conversation about AI in the arts.Jo opens with his 32 Count Life Story and shares his path through UCF Pegasus World (2018–2022), Carolina Crown (2021), Mirage (2025), and Tampa Independent World (2026), along with teaching experience at Gaither High School and Bloomingdale High School.In this episode: Homewood Patriot Marching Band becomes the first American marching band invited to perform in Corso Zundert, the world’s largest flower parade A story of inspiration featuring Sarah Ferguson 2026 WGI Virtual Solo ratings for color guard, percussion, and winds Darcie Aungst is announced as part of the 2026 WGI Hall of Fame class The panel reflects on March Fourth and the impact of the marching arts DCI’s 2026 livestream schedule begins with Drums Along the Rockies on June 2760-Second Tech Block:Jo talks about breathing, breathwork, and how it supports movement, stamina, performance quality, and storytelling.Water We Doing?!Why are we not bringing more guest clinicians into rehearsals? Why are people using AI in the production, promotion, and creation of marching arts programs? And why are artists criticizing other art forms?Gush & Go:Hayley gushes about concert festival season, a guest clinician visit, and Cincinnati Tradition. Jo shares excitement about Tampa Independent World and the energy of the season. Bobbey gushes about teaching, Philly Pride, and sunnier days ahead in Philadelphia.Panel:Bobbey Biddle — @bobbey107Hayley Harrington — @h_harrington14Joseph Simons (Jo) — @josephroman_Sponsors:Guard Closet — guardcloset.comPeak Group Travel — peakgrouptravel.comStory Links:Homewood Patriot BandCorso Zundert / Homewood announcement coverageWGI 2026 Virtual Solo Color Guard RatingsWGI 2026 Hall of Fame RecipientsDCI Drums Along the Rockies 2026Find On A Water Break:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsLinktree

Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts.In this At Step Off bonus episode of On A Water Break, Jack Goudreau talks with Paula Braiden about the world of Scottish and Northern Irish drum major competition — from adjudication and flourish design to dress inspection, musicality, leadership, and the international performance work of The Force.Paula shares how a family tradition led her into the activity, what judges are really looking for, why presentation matters, and how drum majoring builds confidence, discipline, and leadership far beyond the competition circle.In this episode: What Scottish drum major competition looks like How drum majors are judged in Scotland and Northern Ireland Why uniform, dress, and detail matter in scoring How flourish routines balance simplicity and effect Paula’s competition memories and teaching philosophy What The Force is and where it performs Why drum majoring teaches leadership from the frontGuest: Paula BraidenHost: Jack GoudreauFeatured quote:“The leadership of the drum major is essential.”Find On A Water Break:Website: https://www.onawaterbreak.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/onawaterbreakSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wgaml1T115IsvvZd0XheTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-a-water-break/id1653637341YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnAWaterBreakPodcastFind The Force:Website: https://theforce.events/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theforce.events/Follow:OAWB: @onawaterbreakJack Goudreau: @goudreau_The Force: @theforce.events

Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts.This week on On A Water Break, Nicole Younger is joined by Dalton Stout, Grantis Peranda, Amari Lewis, and featured guest Chris Green for a Weekly episode packed with DCI ticket news, WGI Hall of Fame recognition, indoor season reality checks, and one of the most memorable behind-the-scenes stories of the season.Chris Green joins the show representing Virtual Assistant Director and Fruhauf Uniforms, where he shares new announcements from Fruhauf including the streamlined Gen5 uniform line and new Hyper Performance tops and bibs for marching band. He also announces that the popular Virtual Assistant Director live conversations will begin crossing over with On A Water Break, opening the door for more shared conversations, casual industry chats, and cross-promotion across the marching arts community. This episode also covers new 2026 DCI ticket releases, the move of Open Class Championships to Dayton, WGI’s Hall of Fame honor for Darcie Aungst, Jackson State’s Sonic Boom being featured in the Michael campaign, and the African American Legacy Corps’ push toward 2027. Plus: Water We Doing?! takes on audience etiquette, helping indoor groups, and why some people still need to read Twirl.Panel this week:Nicole YoungerDalton StoutGrantis PerandaAmari LewisFeatured Guest: Chris GreenFeatured guest:Chris Green – @virtualassistantdirector & @fruhaufuniformsFeatured links:Virtual Assistant Director: https://virtualassistantdirector.comFruhauf Uniforms: https://fruhauf.comStory links:https://www.dci.org/news/new-2026-dci-tour-event-tickets-on-sale-soonhttps://www.dci.org/news/open-class-world-championship-to-relocate-to-daytons-welcome-stadiumhttps://www.wgi.org/26hof-darcieaungst/https://www.wlbt.com/2026/02/27/jsus-sonic-boom-promotes-release-michael-jackson-biopic/https://www.dci.org/news/african-american-legacy-corps-sets-sights-on-2027-world-championship-appearanceListen to more:https://www.onawaterbreak.comhttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT4vhEIgopl8XDO-pU3YOR77https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT5c48Q_cvR1ATvbaQ1QGcN4https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT408fWr_3N-lt6eq7MkWwnLSend us your topics:[email protected]