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A-Corps Director Ivan De La Cruz Steps Down

Jul 5, 2021 | News, Santa Clara Vanguard

Whenever a highly motivated and driven member of our team leaves, their loss is felt by many. Ivan De La Cruz has been a beacon of kindness, motivation, and empathy since he was named A-Corps Director of the Santa Clara Vanguard in 2019. His humility and devotion to...

Vanguard Music and Performing Arts Announces New Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Leadership

Jun 4, 2021 | News, Santa Clara Vanguard

Santa Clara, California – The Vanguard Music and Performing Arts Board of Directors are pleased to announce the appointments of Jeremy Van Wert as its new Executive Director and Michael Kovalich as the new Chief Financial Officer. Van Wert and Kovalich shared the role...

Introducing the 2021 Vanguard Hall of Fame Class

Feb 26, 2021 | Alumni, Events, Hall of Fame, News

Vanguard Music & Performing Arts is proud to announce the 2021 Vanguard Hall of Fame Class. This year we have the pleasure of announcing Brian Marsalli, Gordon Henderson, and Michael Zapanta as our most recent inductees. These three deserving pillars of Vanguard...

Executive Team 2020 Year-End Letter

Jan 12, 2021 | News

Friends, We don’t have to tell you that 2020 was a challenging year. It tested our lives and families and communities like no other year in recent memory, and it tested Vanguard Music and Performing Arts (VMAPA) as well. But with a new and hopeful year, We wanted to...

This Saturday! Watch the VMAPA Virtual Holiday Showcase, Home for the Holidays ❤️💚

Dec 14, 2020 | Blog Post, News, Santa Clara Vanguard

We’re excited to host our virtual holiday showcase called Home for the Holidays THIS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19 at 5 PM PST! This virtual fundraising event will be hosted by Kimberly Vernon, a former member and current staff member who is also Miss Santa Clara County. The...

Five Ways to Support VMAPA on #GivingTuesday

Dec 1, 2020 | News, Santa Clara Vanguard, Vanguard Cadets

Today is #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of people and organizations. This year, we are hoping you choose to donate and support the future of Vanguard Music and Performing Arts by helping us raise $25,000. With the...