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On A Water Break

On a Water Break
Marching Arts
Drum Corps International
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Peggy Twiggs
Pride Color Guard
Baton Twirling National Championships
LGBTQ+ Community
Pride Parades
Salt Lake City
Arizona
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Indianapolis
California
New York
Texas
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Performing Arts
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On a Water Break is a podcast for everyone in the marching arts. If you’re talking about it, we’re probably planning to talk about it on an upcoming episode. We want to entertain and inform you-the performer, instructor, designer, adjudicator and enthusiast.

We bring you the Marching Arts news, interview, advice and so much more each week from amazing hosts

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Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. Water Break Weekly is back for Season 4 — and we’re kicking off 2026 with major DCI headlines, WGI updates, and a parade performance story that proves marching artists are built different. Christopher Rutt i... more

Nicole Younger closes out Season 3 with the OG crew — Jackie Brown and Stephen McCarrick — for a finale hang that hits favorite moments, big laughs, and a full preview of the new Season 4 flow.

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Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts. A Podcast for Marching Arts Enthusiasts — On the Field, In the Stands & Behind the Scenes.

This week, we’re celebrating the world of parades—the traditions, the chaos, the unexpected moments, and the marchi... more

Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts.

This week, Ricardo and Trish welcome two standout guests:

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Latrice Royale
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Megan Cooney
Associate Director of Bands and Director of Athletic Bands at Rowan University
Rowan University
Episode: How Rowan University Built a College Marching Band (and Survived Bandtober)
Sam Quinones
National Book Critics Circle Award-winning author and journalist
Sam Quinones
Episode: The Perfect Tuba: Sam Quinones on Purpose, Band Culture & the Sound That Holds It All Together
Kelly Gumble
Director of Operations at Vivace Productions
Vivace Productions
Episode: On A Water Break Weekly: Collegiate Marching Band Festival 2025 with Kelly Gumble
Liam Reynolds
Percussionist and cymbal player from Plainfield, Illinois.
Guard Closet
Episode: Cymbals, Costumes & Color Wheels: Marching Band Design Trends + BOA/DCI News 2025
Dr. Michael Stewart
Associate Director of Bands at the University of Tennessee
University of Tennessee
Episode: Pride of the Southland EXPLAINED: Black Suits, Circle Drill & the Rocky Top "Woo" | Dr. Michael Stewart (UTK)
Madelyn Bowman
Color guard member and squad leader
Pride of the Southland Band
Episode: Pride of the Southland EXPLAINED: Black Suits, Circle Drill & the Rocky Top "Woo" | Dr. Michael Stewart (UTK)
Austin Kerr
Recent alum, former Black Suit participant and tuba player
Pride of the Southland Band
Episode: Pride of the Southland EXPLAINED: Black Suits, Circle Drill & the Rocky Top "Woo" | Dr. Michael Stewart (UTK)
Jase Peeples
Author and marching arts enthusiast
Episode: OSU Marching Band Inspires a 4-Year-Old & Twirl Sparks Confidence

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Jackie
Nicole

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Shoutout

    Thanks for the shoutout on my painting. Glad to hear it was well received and maybe inspires future art. Keep sharing all that love for the marching arts and the importance of music. ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzygrifa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great pod!

    Great podcast! BUT cool it with the sound effects. It adds absolutely nothing to the conversations being had and distracts from the purpose of discussing all things marching arts.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Wildwill83
    United Statesa year ago
  • DCA episode

    I can’t believe you had Ream on! Oh wait…. That’s me!! Had a lot of fun keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff Ream
    United States2 years ago
  • Work in Progress

    Avid podcast listener - couple of quick notes for y’all:

    - work on that sound equalization. The mix isn’t mixed. Microphones are a work in progress, but when I have to crank the volume to listen to one section and frantically lower it in another isn’t great.

    - who is speaking? Literally, we hear first names but no one is announced in full at the top of the show.

    - the special guests aren’t also (consistently) fully named. If I want to follow them, I have no way to do so outside doing a deep d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Cru0
    United States3 years ago
  • Check it out!

    Be sure to check out this fantastic new podcast from Guard Closet!

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    5
    GC Consignment
    United States3 years ago

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The Perfect Tuba: Sam Quinones on Purpose, Band Culture & the Sound That Holds It All Together
Q: Why does the idea of working hard without fanfare resonate deeply with you?
We live in a culture where worth is often measured by accolades, but true fulfillment comes from hard work and mastery without the need for applause.
The Perfect Tuba: Sam Quinones on Purpose, Band Culture & the Sound That Holds It All Together
Q: What drew you to write this book?
I wanted to get away from topics of addiction and focus on community enhancement through music.
On A Water Break Weekly: Collegiate Marching Band Festival 2025 with Kelly Gumble
Q: What is the biggest behind the scenes challenge pulling off a day like Collegiate?
Kelly explains that managing the various components and communications with band directors prior to the event is the biggest challenge.
On A Water Break Weekly: Collegiate Marching Band Festival 2025 with Kelly Gumble
Q: How would you describe the vibe at Collegiate Marching Band Festival?
Kelly describes it as a celebration of all things Collegiate Marching Band, emphasizing the absence of competition and the spirit of community.
2025 WGI Circuit Symposium Roundtable: Judge Pipeline, Safety & Boutique Circuits — OAWB With Circuit Leaders
Q: What are we doing to encourage our current performers to become future Colorguard educators?
We need to develop programs that empower and educate current performers, fostering a culture where they understand their potential to become instructors.

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What is On A Water Break about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the vibrant community of marching arts, this podcast provides a platform for performers, instructors, and enthusiasts to engage with a range of topics from the world of marching bands and color guards. Regularly featuring interviews with key figures, insights from experienced directors, and lively discussions, episodes revolve around experiences, challenges, and innovations in this unique art form. Notably, the podcast emphasizes connection and camaraderie within the marching community, bringing together personal stories and industry trends to resonate with both current and aspiring participants in the arts.

Listeners can expect entertaining content that balances humor with in-depth knowledge about the culture surrounding march... more

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1. Latrice Royale
2. Megan Cooney
3. Sam Quinones
4. Kelly Gumble
5. Liam Reynolds
6. Dr. Michael Stewart
7. Madelyn Bowman
8. Austin Kerr

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