On A Water Break

On a Water Break

On A Water Break is a weekly podcast for everyone in the marching arts. If you’re talking about it at rehearsal, on the bus ride home, or during a water break — we’re probably planning to talk about it on an upcoming episode. This show is built for performers, instructors, designers, adjudicators, and marching arts enthusiasts who want to stay connected to what’s happening across the activity — without the fluff or the filter. Each week, our rotating panel of experienced hosts dives into: Marching arts news and major stories shaping the activity Real conversations about band, color guard, drumline, drum corps, twirling, and parade performance Educational insights you can actually use in rehearsal Opinion, accountability, and culture conversations that reflect what people are really dealing with Community highlights and wins worth celebratingYou’ll hear recurring segments like: Marching Arts News — stories that matter, with context and discussion 60 Second Tech Block — focused, practical teaching ideas in under a minute Water We Doing?! — calling out habits, trends, and choices that deserve a second look Gush & Go — quick shoutouts to people, programs, and moments moving the activity forwardOn A Water Break isn’t about hot takes for clicks or recycled press releases. It’s about thoughtful conversation, lived experience, and sharing perspectives from people who have marched, taught, designed, judged, and produced at every level of the activity. Whether you’re in the middle of band camp, winter guard season, drum corps tour, or just missing rehearsal life — this podcast is your place to stay plugged in. 🎧 New episodes release weekly 🌐 Learn more at: https://www.onawaterbreak.com 📺 Watch on YouTube or listen on all major podcast platforms 💧 Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. 🎙️ A Podcast for Marching Arts Enthusiasts — On the Field, In the Stands & Behind the Scenes.

  1. Why Color Guard Performers Panic + Recovery Training Tips, FJM Legacy & Marching Band News | WGI, DCI, Drum Corps & Instructor Insights | OAWB S4EP14

    5D AGO

    Why Color Guard Performers Panic + Recovery Training Tips, FJM Legacy & Marching Band News | WGI, DCI, Drum Corps & Instructor Insights | OAWB S4EP14

    Why do color guard performers panic in performance—and how should we actually be training recoveries? Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. This week on On A Water Break, Alicia, Dalton, Grantis, and Jeremy break down major marching arts news while tackling one of the most overlooked performance skills: recovery training. In this episode: A marching band trailer theft in Orlando and what programs can learn from itThe legacy of Marlene Miller, co-founder of FJM, and her impact on the activityHawthorne Caballeros celebrating 80 years of drum corps historyWGI + BOA Instructor Academy expansion and what it means for instructors60 Second Tech Block:Recovery training — why performers panic, how to fix it, and why recovery skills matter in real performance. Water We Doing?! Performers losing confidence in front of audiencesThe lack of high-energy “banger” shows this seasonDrum corps still hiring staff late into springPerforming with hair in your faceGush & Go: Program growth and championship successPerformer development and confidence winsLooking ahead to the summer seasonListen everywhere:https://plinkhq.com/i/1653637341?to=page Watch full episodes:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT4vhEIgopl8XDO-pU3YOR77 Follow us:Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @onawaterbreak Presented by Guard Closet:https://www.guardcloset.com CHAPTERS 00:00 – Cold Open & Introductions03:16 – News: Trailer Theft in Orlando05:18 – News: Hawthorne Caballeros 80th Anniversary06:33 – News: Marlene Miller & FJM Legacy08:27 – News: WGI Instructor Academy10:59 – 60 Second Tech Block: Recovery Training16:34 – Water We Doing?!25:03 – Gush & Go30:16 – Closing

    32 min
  2. WGI 2026 Color Guard Talk: Paramount, Fusion, Fantasia, Vox, Avon & The Woodlands

    APR 4

    WGI 2026 Color Guard Talk: Paramount, Fusion, Fantasia, Vox, Avon & The Woodlands

    Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. This week on On A Water Break, Trish O’Shea is joined by Whitney Stone, Justin, and first-time guest Sha’Tara Robinson for a live WGI 2026 conversation packed with late-season energy, controversy, and real talk. The panel digs into the biggest story still hanging over the activity — the Paramount situation and Independent Open waitlist fallout — before shifting into who has real momentum right now in Independent World and Scholastic World. Fusion gets major love, Vox Artium gets praised for a bold design turn, and the crew talks through Fantasia, AMP, Juxtaposition, Arcadia, Avon, The Woodlands, Center Grove, and more. Later in the episode, Justin delivers a timely 60 Second Tech Block on the mental side of preparing for WGI week, and Water We Doing?! turns into one of the strongest segments of the episode with rants on petal tosses at the tarp edge, low volume at contests, costume shipping chaos, rewriting shows at the last minute, and valuing flash over technique. In this episode: Paramount fallout and waitlist frustrationFusion, Fantasia, Vox Artium, AMP, and Independent World buzzArcadia, Avon, The Woodlands, and the Scholastic World raceScores vs momentum heading into Dayton60 Second Tech Block: preparing mentally for WGI weekWater We Doing?! late-season chaos, design choices, and logisticsGush and Go wins from teams and staff heading into championshipsPanelTrish O’Shea — @trishdish1102Whitney Stone — @dancerwhitJustin — @justin.vs.guardSha’Tara Robinson — TikTok @yourfavoriteplantauntie Referenced linksWGI Color Guard World Championships:https://www.wgi.org/color-guard/world-championships-cg/ WGI Championships Schedule:https://www.wgi.org/color-guard/world-championships-cg/world-championships-schedules-cg/ Independent World Standings:https://www.wgi.org/color-guard/independent-world-group-standings/ Scholastic World Standings:https://www.wgi.org/color-guard/scholastic-world-group-standings/ Related OAWB episodesParamount WGI Promotion Controversy & Independent Open Waitlist Breakdown:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/paramount-wgi-promotion-controversy-independent-open/id1653637341?i=1000756670385 2026 WGI World Class Performers: Juxtaposition, Alta Marea & AMP:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2026-wgi-world-class-performers-juxtaposition-alta/id1653637341?i=1000747924736 WGI Housing Policy + AI Show Design Debate:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wgi-housing-policy-ai-show-design-debate-water-break-weekly/id1653637341?i=1000746369564 Find On A Water BreakListen everywhere: https://plinkhq.com/i/1653637341?to=pageYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OnAWaterBreakWebsite: https://www.onawaterbreak.comWeekly Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT4vhEIgopl8XDO-pU3YOR77Bonus Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT5c48Q_cvR1ATvbaQ1QGcN4More OAWB / Be a Guest: https://linktr.ee/onawaterbreak SponsorsGuard Closet — https://www.guardcloset.com/

    1h 4m
  3. Remembering Gil Silva | DCA Legacy, DCI All-Age Impact & Drum Corps Leadership

    MAR 30 ·  BONUS

    Remembering Gil Silva | DCA Legacy, DCI All-Age Impact & Drum Corps Leadership

    Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. In this special On A Water Break Quick Sip, Trish O’Shea is joined by Jeff Ream to remember Gil Silva and the impact he had on Drum Corps Associates and the all-age drum corps activity. Together, they reflect on Gil’s calm leadership, his humor, his years guiding DCA through change, and the way he helped create space for growth across the activity. From memorable rainy championship moments to larger conversations about DCA, Class A, and the future of all-age corps, this episode is a tribute to someone who left a lasting mark on drum corps. In this episode:- Remembering Gil Silva’s leadership and presence in DCA- Personal memories from Trish O’Shea and Jeff Ream- Reflections on Class A growth and the expansion of the all-age activity- Thoughts on Gil’s role in the changing relationship between DCA and DCI- A closing tribute and condolences to Gil’s family Panel:Trish O’SheaJeff Ream - @reamjeff Listen everywhere:https://plinkhq.com/i/1653637341?to=page Watch On A Water Break on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@OnAWaterBreak More OAWB:https://linktr.ee/onawaterbreak 00:00 Quick Sip: Intro 00:20 Quick Sip: Jeff Ream Joins the Conversation 00:39 Quick Sip: Gil Silva’s DCA Leadership 02:43 Quick Sip: Rain Delay Memories and Gil Under Pressure 05:08 Quick Sip: Humor, Patience and Personality 06:19 Quick Sip: Growing DCA and Expanding Class A 09:07 Quick Sip: Gil Silva and the Future of DCI All-Age 10:33 Quick Sip: Final Tribute to Gil Silva 11:12 Quick Sip: Closing and Subscribe Call

    12 min
  4. Rose Parade 2027, FAMU at the Oscars, WGI Clinics & Weather Chaos | On A Water Break Weeky

    MAR 27

    Rose Parade 2027, FAMU at the Oscars, WGI Clinics & Weather Chaos | On A Water Break Weeky

    Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. This week on On A Water Break, Ricardo Robinson is joined by Sadie Wallace, Miles Kellett, Kim Webb, and Jeremy Svoboda (@drumcorpstoday) for a full breakdown of the biggest conversations across marching band, drum corps, color guard, WGI, and DCI. We cover major national moments and real-world challenges impacting performers and educators, including the 2027 Rose Parade marching band lineup, a historic FAMU Marching 100 Oscars performance, and new opportunities from DCI and WGI. 📰 News & Links: 🌹 Rose Parade 2027 Band Lineup Tournament of Roses🏆 FAMU Oscars Performance FAMU News🎺 DCI IN STEP Fellowship DCI💃 WGI Movement Clinic WGI🎼 Avon HS Director Announcement Avon Schools⚙️ 60 Second Tech Block: Skipped this week 🎤 32 Count Life Story — Miles Kellett (@thatbandteacherwhospins) Miles shares his journey through the marching arts—from performer to educator. 💧 Water We Doing?! Sadie Wallace (@m.sadiewallace): Independent contractor taxesKim Webb (@kimpossible413): Respect volunteersMiles Kellett (@thatbandteacherwhospins): Travel demands in WGIJeremy Svoboda (@drumcorpstoday): Heat safety awareness💛 Gush and Go Sadie Wallace — Performance opportunitiesKim Webb — Program successMiles Kellett — Student progressJeremy Svoboda — Recruiting growthRicardo Robinson — AALC development🎙️ Panel: Ricardo Robinson (@ricardorrobinson) Sadie Wallace (@m.sadiewallace) Miles Kellett (@thatbandteacherwhospins) Kim Webb (@kimpossible413) Jeremy Svoboda (@drumcorpstoday) ▶️ Watch More: Weekly Episodes Bonus Episodes 🛍️ Guard Closet: guardcloset.com 🎧 Listen Everywhere: Podcast Links

    1h 6m
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About

On A Water Break is a weekly podcast for everyone in the marching arts. If you’re talking about it at rehearsal, on the bus ride home, or during a water break — we’re probably planning to talk about it on an upcoming episode. This show is built for performers, instructors, designers, adjudicators, and marching arts enthusiasts who want to stay connected to what’s happening across the activity — without the fluff or the filter. Each week, our rotating panel of experienced hosts dives into: Marching arts news and major stories shaping the activity Real conversations about band, color guard, drumline, drum corps, twirling, and parade performance Educational insights you can actually use in rehearsal Opinion, accountability, and culture conversations that reflect what people are really dealing with Community highlights and wins worth celebratingYou’ll hear recurring segments like: Marching Arts News — stories that matter, with context and discussion 60 Second Tech Block — focused, practical teaching ideas in under a minute Water We Doing?! — calling out habits, trends, and choices that deserve a second look Gush & Go — quick shoutouts to people, programs, and moments moving the activity forwardOn A Water Break isn’t about hot takes for clicks or recycled press releases. It’s about thoughtful conversation, lived experience, and sharing perspectives from people who have marched, taught, designed, judged, and produced at every level of the activity. Whether you’re in the middle of band camp, winter guard season, drum corps tour, or just missing rehearsal life — this podcast is your place to stay plugged in. 🎧 New episodes release weekly 🌐 Learn more at: https://www.onawaterbreak.com 📺 Watch on YouTube or listen on all major podcast platforms 💧 Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. 🎙️ A Podcast for Marching Arts Enthusiasts — On the Field, In the Stands & Behind the Scenes.

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