Warsaw’s color guard is being led by new color guard instructor, Scott Downs.
Downs joined the performing arts program in November. He began teaching color guard in 2011 in Beech Grove.
Downs realized in sixth grade how important music was in his life, according to a press release. Just having begun in the band and getting to see the marching band for the first time, realizing it was something he wanted to do.
He attributes his color guard director and high school band director for instilling the importance of being a good musician, as well as color guard member, and taught him ways to better himself and those around him.
Downs is excited for the 10-member color guard to compete in IHSCGA competition, accordig to the press release, which is hosted at Warsaw Community High School on Feb. 15 alongside 25 other color guard groups from all over northern Indiana.
This year’s program is Qui Pius Contrition featuring the ballad “Hallelujah” sung by Tori Kelly.
The competition is open to the public and begins at noon. Admission is $7.
Color guard units perform in winter competitions, during marching band season and in summer parades. The group is open to all high school students, with auditions held in the fall.
For more information, contact Band Assistant Director Kyle Travis at 574-371-5099.
