On A Water Break

In this Women’s History Month special, we’re bringing you an episode full of inspiration, empowerment, and wisdom from some of the brightest and most powerful women in the marching arts world. Hosted by Alicia Sharp, with a dynamic group of rotating co-hosts including Ashlee Amos, Nicole Younger, and Whitney Stone, this episode dives deep into their experiences, challenges, and triumphs as they sh...

Welcome back to On A Water Break ! This week, Jackie is hosting and we’re kicking off Women’s History Month with a special episode featuring incredible voices from across the marching arts world. Joining us are: Trish Alicia Whitney We also have a truly inspiring guest this week: Denise Bonfiglio , a pioneering force in the marching arts with over 50 years of experience. From her early days with t...

🎙️ Hey everyone, and welcome back to On A Water Break! The podcast where we talk about everything you and your friends are discussing at rehearsal—on a water break. This week, we have a powerful lineup of Black female musicians , each representing Black women band directors across all levels of education! 🔊 Listen in as we welcome: ✅ Delisa Rufus – Band Director at Margate Middle School (Broward...

Join us for a special On A Water Break bonus feature as we take a trip around the world, starting in Thailand! In this two-part episode, host Grantis Peranda sits down with Kosin Suebprasitwong, the president of the Marching Band Association of Thailand, to explore the growth and development of marching arts in Thailand and beyond. In Part 1, Kosin shares his journey from being a marching band stu...

Hosted by Ricardo , Woody, and Nicole, On A Water Break brings together voices from across the marching arts community, featuring incredible performers, directors, and industry professionals. What: The podcast where we dive into the conversations you and your friends are having during water breaks—everything from performance stories to what it’s like being part of the marching arts family. This se...

Welcome to On A Water Break , the podcast where we talk about everything you and your friends are discussing during your marching arts rehearsals, on a water break. This week, we’re joined by the hosts of Drum Corps AF , Sage Lee and Brandon Worf, for an unfiltered, honest, and often hilarious conversation about drum corps and the marching arts world. In this episode, we dive into the origins of D...

Welcome back to On A Water Break ! This week, we're diving into the incredible work being done by African American organizations that are changing the landscape of the marching arts community. From advocacy to support, we’re spotlighting the amazing people and initiatives making an impact. Join Nicole and the crew as they chat with Errick Prince and Jarid Polite, two trailblazers working to elevat...

🔥 Welcome back to On A Water Break ! This episode is packed with incredible discussions, breaking news, and insider perspectives from the world of marching arts as we start Black History Month 👥 Featured Hosts & Guests: This Week we welcome Michael James, Tony Lymon, and Sabine Francois 🎙 In This Episode: ✅ Interviews & Insights: Conversations with top educators, designers, and performe...

Join Joey and Austin as they welcome Susie "Mama Winds" Harloff along with some 2025 WGI Winds Performers. This week, we’re wrapping up our WGI Preview with a deep dive into the Winds division! 🎷✨ We’re checking in with some awesome performers as their WGI seasons kick off, and we’ve got special guests: 🎶 Paul Lesser from Horizon Winds – Follow Horizon Winds 🎶 Daniel Reiger from Avon Winds – F...

Join Host Stephen and Sean as they get to meet some amazing 2025 Performers from WGI World Class Percussion.

Jackie, Woody, Jack, and Bobbey are joined by TIktok Band Director Rick Schwartz (@nj_banddirector on Tiktok) Here all the news, tips, and things you should be doing this time of year.  Plus Water we doing and Gush and Go's!

This week we go On A Water Break with , hosts Nicole and Trish welcome the legendary Steve Vickers, Publisher of Drum Corps World , for an in-depth conversation about the magazine’s rich history, its mission, and its impact on the global drum corps community. Since its inception in 1971 alongside the formation of Drum Corps International, Drum Corps World has been a cornerstone of the marching art...

Join Ricardo, Peyton, and new host Grantis as they talk with the news makers that were a part of some of the amazing recent News stories.  From Yash with the UGA Band in New Orleans during the terrorist attack to Michael with the 605 Band at the Rose Parade with over 500 members. All this and the rest of the news stories you and your friends are talking about On A Water Break.

Join our host and member of the Eagles Drumline Stephen along with Woody and Trish as they have a roundtable with some amazing NFL Marching Ensembles. With a Great Water We Doing from Bill Parent (@ williamparent75 ) Keith Rousu - Seattle Seahawks Blue Thunder (@bluethunderdrumline) Lindsey Schueller (@lschueller) - Washington Commanders Marching Band  Keith Wallace - Pittsburgh Steelers Stee...

Nicole hosts, along with Alicia and guest Clinician, Paul Simondac (@paulscript), a group of WGI World Class 2025 Performers.  Here what's going on at rehearsals and how the season is shaping up with some amazing performers. Jacob Allison (@jacoballizon97) - AMP (@ampwinterguard)  Andrew SeeBaran (@iandrewmark) - Pride of Cincinnati (@prideofcincinnati) Colby Tapp (@c0lbytapp)- Etude (@e...

Join Jackie, Ricardo, and Peyton as they dive deep into being a theatre nerd with Alec Lubin.  Alec is a former Blue Star who worked on the epic new musical movie Wicked. Hear about his journey from drummer to audio engineer working on one of the biggest movie of all times Don't miss a beat! Follow "On A Water Break" on social media to stay connected with the latest news, insights, and discus...

Jackie & Trevor go on a Water Break with Tyler Dieterich from Varsity Performing Arts to talk about their Pep Band Competition and share with you the tips and tricks to making your pep band stand out! Don't miss a beat! Follow "On A Water Break" on social media to stay connected with the latest news, insights, and discussions from the marching arts community. Subscribe now and join us on this...

For Our Season 3 Premiere we had to bring in one of the funniest Band parents we know.  You've seen her on Tiktok as TinaMadlibs and now meet her on this episode.  Nicole, Cindy, & Alicia host our season 3 premiere.  Don't miss it! Don't miss a beat! Follow "On A Water Break" on social media to stay connected with the latest news, insights, and discussions from the marching arts...

Trish welcomes the Staff from Washington Elementary School in Allentown, PA to talk about their creation of the Dance & Flag Team.  Help them get funds so they can get the equipment they need to make this program grow. Check out their GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/3cef3166? Guest Clinicians Nanette DeRemer Tanja Turchanik Tristyn Piemontesi Listen to the main episode to keep up on everythin...

Stephen hosts this week as Christine joins Ricardo, Jack, and Trish as they listen to more clips and talk Water We Doing and Gush and Go's! Don't miss a beat! Follow "On A Water Break" on social media to stay connected with the latest news, insights, and discussions from the marching arts community. Subscribe now and join us on this captivating journey! Meet our Hosts Jackie Brown - @spintronixgua...

Jackie is back and ready for everyone to join her in the the Season 2 FInale part 1.  Stephen, Trish, Nicole, Jack & Ricardo join Jackie to talk about everything we got into during season 2. Don't miss a beat! Follow "On A Water Break" on social media to stay connected with the latest news, insights, and discussions from the marching arts community. Subscribe now and join us on this capti...

Join First time host Joey and first time Producer Alicia as they welcome Emily, Trish, and Austin along with first time guests Sara Shields & Johnn Guzman as they discuss first times in marching band.  From first shows to first kisses plenty of fun first stories happened at marching band. Meet our Hosts Jackie Brown - @spintronixguard Stephen McCarrick - @stephenmccarick Cindy Barry - @le...

Join Austin along with Sean and Woody as they welcome guest clinicians from across the country to discuss what band is like across the US. Don't miss a beat! Follow "On A Water Break" on social media to stay connected with the latest news, insights, and discussions from the marching arts community. Subscribe now and join us on this captivating journey! Meet our Hosts Jackie Brown - @spintronixguar...

Join Nicole and the rest of the hosts as the dive into college band and homecoming. News, Water we doing and so much more! Dive into the "Water We Doing" segment, where the hosts engage in thought-provoking discussions and provide insightful commentary on the various experiences and challenges faced by marching arts professionals and participants. Celebrate the triumphs and achievements of the mar...

Join Ricardo as he hosts with Trish, Austin and Joey a discussion with some amazing clinicians about the crazy weather the marching arts has had to deal with, specifically our most recent dealings with hurricanes. Join us along with guest clinicians Jeannine Ford - @tarponconservatory Pat Miller  Kevin Young - @enkaband Eros Trujillo - @fixitgrunt Dive into the "Water We Doing" segment, where...