For students interested
in growing the art of performance in color guard |
Welcome to the Collective Winter Guard! We are excited to offer a winter color guard experience for students throughout Howard County. The Collective Winter Guard is a voluntary, extra-curricular ensemble and is open to any students enrolled in a HCPSS high school.
WHAT IS WINTER (INDOOR) GUARD?
Indoor guard is a team of visual artists/performers who perform choreographed dances (also known as routines or shows) while manipulating various pieces of equipment or props to enhance and interpret music or a theme. Equipment includes a combination of flags, “mock” rifles, “mock” sabres and other creative designs that can be spun or manipulated. This equipment is combined with dance and other interpretive movement. Indoor guard is the winter (indoor) version of color guard. This group performs to a pre-recorded sound track. |
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PROGRAM GOALS
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VISION & MISSION
To provide an open, supportive, and educational performance environment that teaches and showcases the art of color guard in an equitable and innovative fashion. The group fosters collaboration, community building, and creativity. |
WHAT DO I NEED TO JOIN?
- Appropriate clothing for a physical, movement based activity
- An open mind and willingness to learn
- Desire to collaborate and share your experiences
- All that is required to be considered for the Collective Indoor Guard is your commitment and enthusiasm. Auditions will place students on equipment that supports their proficiency and provides for the artistic development of the show.
HOW TO JOIN...
STEP 1: Review the information on this page
STEP 2: Review the Events Calendar
*Be sure to add these dates to your personal calendar!!
STEP 3: Complete the Registration - Contract Form
STEP 4: Print, Read, Sign and Return the Membership Agreement (Due at the first rehearsal!)
STEP 5: Print and Return the Fees & Accessories Form (Due at the first rehearsal!)
*You can also PAY ONLINE!
STEP 6: Join Us and HAVE FUN!
STEP 1: Review the information on this page
STEP 2: Review the Events Calendar
*Be sure to add these dates to your personal calendar!!
STEP 3: Complete the Registration - Contract Form
STEP 4: Print, Read, Sign and Return the Membership Agreement (Due at the first rehearsal!)
STEP 5: Print and Return the Fees & Accessories Form (Due at the first rehearsal!)
*You can also PAY ONLINE!
STEP 6: Join Us and HAVE FUN!
A quick note from your instructor, Mr. Swain…
It is a great honor to be a part of this extended band family. I joined color guard at the end of college and have competed in all classifications of Winter Guard. I want all students who are interested in being a part of the guard program to be open to all of the joy and enthusiasm that performing brings. This activity can be challenging, but the reward is beyond anything imaginable and we will work with you to be the best version of ourselves, both on and off the floor. Please contact me with any questions and concerns. We hope that you join us.
Jalen Swain
jswain@towson.edu
It is a great honor to be a part of this extended band family. I joined color guard at the end of college and have competed in all classifications of Winter Guard. I want all students who are interested in being a part of the guard program to be open to all of the joy and enthusiasm that performing brings. This activity can be challenging, but the reward is beyond anything imaginable and we will work with you to be the best version of ourselves, both on and off the floor. Please contact me with any questions and concerns. We hope that you join us.
Jalen Swain
jswain@towson.edu
