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Virtual Arts came into existence April of 2020. The world was uncertain but the passion to find a way to perform and connect through the marching arts was not. In this episode you hear from the founders themselves, Jake, Bryan, Chris, Thomas, and Chelsea. What did we learn? What did we love? What did we hate? Enjoy this episode of all the behind the scenes details of what made Virtual Arts come and go. Have an idea for an episode? Hit us up on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @VirtualArtsInc or via email at themorningblock@gmail.comThe Morning Block Team:
Co-Host, Jake LyonsCo-Host, Chris ParkerExecutive Producer, Chelsea LevineRecording Engineer, Rosa WestfallAudio Mixing/Editing, Caleb LeeLogo Design, Bryan HarmsenOriginal Theme Music by, Jordan Toran & Josh Russell, Special Guests: Chelsea Levine, Thomas, Claesen, and Bryan HarmsenThe Morning Block is a podcast by Virtual Arts. Virtual Arts’ goal is to connect the marching arts community through virtual performances. To become a member of Virtual Indoor, go to virtualartsinc.org/join. Registration opens December 1st!This week, The Morning Block is brought to you by Apex Percussion! Apex Percussion is a project our hosts Jake and Chris started. They make fun percussion entertainment videos like learning famous snare breaks in under 10 minutes, electronic music arrangements and more. Check our their YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/apexpercussion and give them a follow on instagram at http://instagram.com/apexpercussion.

Is this episode we bring on Rachel Lyons, host Jake's wife, to see how many band vocabulary words she knows! The band world has its own jargon that people on the inside know but those not involved think sound like its own language. Play along and see how many words you know!Have an idea for an episode? Hit us up on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @VirtualArtsInc or via email at themorningblock@gmail.comThe Morning Block Team:
Co-Host, Jake LyonsCo-Host, Chris ParkerExecutive Producer, Chelsea LevineRecording Engineer, Rosa WestfallAudio Mixing/Editing, Caleb LeeLogo Design, Bryan HarmsenOriginal Theme Music by, Jordan Toran & Josh Russell, Special Guest, Rachel Lyons
To check out Rachel's photography go to: https://www.instagram.com/flintphoto/

This episode is for the listeners. Jake and Chris sit down and answer your questions about the marching arts. From judging to auditions, we cover a lot in this episode!Have an idea for an episode? Hit us up on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @VirtualArtsInc or via email at themorningblock@gmail.comThe Morning Block Team:
Co-Host, Jake LyonsCo-Host, Chris ParkerExecutive Producer, Chelsea LevineRecording Engineer, Rosa WestfallAudio Mixing/Editing, Caleb LeeLogo Design, Bryan HarmsenOriginal Theme Music by, Jordan Toran & Josh Russell, The Morning Block is a podcast by Virtual Arts. Virtual Arts’ goal is to connect the marching arts community through virtual performances. Check out our website at http://virtualartsinc.org!

Are you one of those people that absolutely loves marching band? You eat, sleep and breathe band and wish your hobby could become your career that pays your bills? In this episode of The Morning Block we dive into 4 different ways you can pay your bills with just marching band. We interview Kali Ridal, professional snare drummer from Odesza, Kendra Wendeln, full time designer, and Eric Carr, Marine DBC quad drummer and YouTuber. Have an idea for an episode? Hit us up on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @VirtualArtsInc or via email at themorningblock@gmail.comThe Morning Block Team:
Co-Host, Jake LyonsCo-Host, Chris ParkerExecutive Producer, Chelsea LevineRecording Engineer, Rosa WestfallAudio Mixing/Editing, Caleb LeeLogo Design, Bryan HarmsenOriginal Theme Music by, Jordan Toran & Josh Russell, Special Guests, Kali Ridal, Kendra Wendln, and Eric Carr
To listen to Odesza's music go to: https://open.spotify.com/artist/21mKp7DqtSNHhCAU2ugvUw?si=EeUoVXS1T2WnvPOq8uKY9Q
To contact Kendra about designing your never marching band show go to:https://wmusicworks.com/
To check out Eric Carr's YouTube Channel, EMCproductions go to:https://www.youtube.com/user/underwatrdrummrThis week, The Morning Block is brought to you by the WGI commUNITY Project Powered by Virtual Arts!The Morning Block is a podcast by Virtual Arts. Virtual Arts’ goal is to connect the marching arts community through virtual performances. To become a member of Virtual Indoor, go to virtualartsinc.org/join. Registration closes January 1st!

When you audition for and make an independent world WGI group it's easy to take for granted the amazing instruments you get to play in. Chances are if that group is in the top 10 they didn't pay for it either. In this episode we learn about how top WGI groups get MORE free stuff than mainstream artists like Beyoncé. We get to hear from a Crossmen alum and current Sennheiser rep, Brian Dougherty about crazy stories of delivering mics to J-Lo and Beyonce about how brand deals work.Have an idea for an episode? Hit us up on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @VirtualArtsInc or via email at themorningblock@gmail.comThe Morning Block Team:
Co-Host, Jake LyonsCo-Host, Chris ParkerExecutive Producer, Chelsea LevineRecording Engineer, Rosa WestfallAudio Mixing/Editing, Caleb LeeLogo Design, Bryan HarmsenOriginal Theme Music by, Jordan Toran & Josh Russell, Special Guest, Brian Dougherty The Morning Block is a podcast by Virtual Arts. Virtual Arts’ goal is to connect the marching arts community through virtual performances. To become a member of Virtual Indoor, go to virtualartsinc.org/join. Registration opens December 1st!This week, The Morning Block is brought to you by Apex Percussion! Apex Percussion is a project our hosts Jake and Chris started. They make fun percussion entertainment videos like learning famous snare breaks in under 10 minutes, electronic music arrangements and more. Check our their YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/apexpercussion and give them a follow on instagram at http://instagram.com/apexpercussion.

We all know a drum corps or indoor age out who's always moaning and groaning about their achy body. Are they being dramatic or is drum corps really that bad for you? In this episode we run down the list of all possible aspects that could be bad for you and potential solution. We also interview Dr. Elliot Cleveland of Marching Health to get down to the real science of band and how we can all facilitate a safer season for the staff and members.
Link for the best shoes to march in as referenced in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiPUudHSY-oHave an idea for an episode? Hit us up on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @VirtualArtsInc or via email at themorningblock@gmail.comThe Morning Block Team:
Co-Host, Jake LyonsCo-Host, Chris ParkerExecutive Producer, Chelsea LevineRecording Engineer, Rosa WestfallAudio Mixing/Editing, Caleb LeeLogo Design, Bryan HarmsenOriginal Theme Music by, Jordan Toran & Josh Russell, Special Guest, Dr. Elliot ClevelandThe Morning Block is a podcast by Virtual Arts. Virtual Arts’ goal is to connect the marching arts community through virtual performances. To become a member of Virtual Indoor, go to virtualartsinc.org/join. Registration opens December 1st!This week, The Morning Block is brought to you by Designs by King! King is the leading Manufacturer in color guard rifles and sabres. 98% of all world and open class WGI finalists use their products! They have been "The choice of Champions" since 1988, capturing over 200 WGI and DCI medals. Use Discount code DBK10 for 10% off of your purchase and join the King family at https://www.designsbyking.com/