This top performance group is for dedicated students wishing for the full competitive experience. Students will learn advanced dance moves, equipment skills, and perform at a high level. They will work with world-class choreographers and designers, as well as guest clinicians. This group travels to regional championships and competes at the national level, both for Marching Band and Winter Guard. Students will participate in Marching Band (May-November) and Winter Guard (December-April). All Summer, after-school, and weekend rehearsals are required and all performances are mandatory for this group.
Who? Grades 9-12 with previous color guard experience, audition required
The Conservatory Class Fee covers equipment for class use, Conservatory Coaches, and additional program expenses. Performance attire, gloves, and equipment for at-home practice are required at an additional cost.
**All levels of Color Guard will have the option to fundraise through the Cadence Band Boosters. Fundraising opportunities are available to assist with color guard related program fees and trip fees. Class fees and all deposits are not payable through fundraising. Sibling discounts, scholarship opportunities, and payment plans are available.**
If you are looking to perform and learn movement and equipment skills, work with guest choreographers, travel, and experience everything the color guard world has to offer, then this is the team for you. These performers will travel out of Nevada for both Marching Band and Winter Guard, and will compete at the highest levels both locally and nationally. Students will be expected to attend all spring/summer training days, band camp, and after school rehearsals. The Marching Band performs at all home football games and weekend competitions September-November.