Front Ensemble Friday: Matt Jordan – Integrating Electronics
Matt discusses techniques and strategies for making that possible in both indoor and outdoor ensembles.
906: Being Inspired by an Online Course with Scott Chandler
College student Keagan Lambert discusses how the course “Winning Design: Guidance from a Master” jump started her learning and helped her grow as a student and instructor.
Bluecoats 2019- Bluecoats Arrangers on “The Bluecoats”
Doug Thrower and Tom Rarick talk about the process of creating the joyful Beatles production that was so loved by audiences this Summer.
828: Bluecoats Arrangers on 2019’s “The Bluecoats”
Doug Thrower and Tom Rarick talk about the process of creating the joyful Beatles production that was so loved by audiences this Summer.
Bluecoats 2019 Greg Lagola – Uniform Design
Greg Lagola talks about the uniform design for "The Bluecoats" including the use of multiple colors and patterns, plus how choices were made to allow this all to blend and bring such joy to the field!
Bluecoats 2019 Set Design With Michael Raiford
Michael Raiford talks about the process and choices that led to the set design of the 2019 Bluecoats show, including the art influences, the origin of the screens and ramps, theatrical devices employed during the production, and how the process unfolded during the creation of the show.
Bluecoats 2019 Samia Mooney – Movement Supervisor
Samia Mooney explains how different movement styles and looks were created and taught for each section of "The Bluecoats." We also discuss using improve and training to make the movement seem more natural and appropriate for non-dancers, plus how to "clean the life INTO the guard work!"
Bluecoats 2019 Dean Westman- Program Coordinator
Dean Westman gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how "The Bluecoats" 2019 was created, including how his job as program coordinator works in this situation to help put all the pieces together from all the brilliant minds and talents of the Bluecoats design staff.
Bluecoats 2019 How To Paint Your Shoes
Bluecoats seamstress and super volunteer Kristen Wolters explains how to paint your shoes to match the corps or band uniform.
820: Bluecoats 2019 – Stop Start Keep
Bluecoats Program Coordinator Dean Westman shares this method of organizing the growth of your program.