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Volunteer on Vanguard Hall & Fleet Day!

Nov 1, 2019 | Events, News, Uncategorized

Are you.. Looking for ways to give back to your local community? Needing to fulfill some volunteer service hours for school? Wondering how you can help out your favorite nonprofit organization? If so, we want YOU to come out and volunteer at our upcoming Vanguard Hall...

Vanguard Cadets Welcome Rafael Bretado as Corps Director

Oct 14, 2019 | News, Vanguard Cadets

With 2020 auditions just over two months away, Vanguard Music and Performing Arts is pleased to welcome long-time Vanguard staff member and alumni Rafael Bretado as Vanguard Cadets Corps Director for the upcoming season! "This is shaping up to be a year of fresh,...

Used Brass Instruments For Sale

Sep 19, 2019 | News

Could your marching band use an instrument upgrade? Are you looking for a new personal horn to play as you prepare for 2020 Auditions? Maybe you just want to own a piece of Vanguard History. In any case, you've come to the right place because VMAPA is gearing up to...

2020 SCV Design Team and Caption Leadership

Sep 5, 2019 | News, Santa Clara Vanguard

Vanguard Music and Performing Arts is very excited to announce a strong core of returning Design Staff and Caption Leadership, as well as a few exciting additions for SCV in 2020! “I am beyond thrilled with the team we have put together for 2020,” said Michael Gaines,...

Ivan De La Cruz appointed as new SCV Corps Director

Sep 4, 2019 | News, Santa Clara Vanguard

Following yesterday’s 2020 brass staff introduction, Vanguard Music and Performing Arts is happy to share yet another exciting staff announcement. Longtime member of the SCV Visual Team, Ivan De La Cruz will be stepping into the role of Corps Director for the upcoming...

Exciting Additions to the SCV Brass Team in 2020!

Sep 3, 2019 | News, Santa Clara Vanguard

Vanguard Music and Performing Arts is thrilled to announce several new additions to the SCV Brass Team for the 2020 season, as well as welcome back some familiar faces! Mark Nichols (Caption Manager) is returning for his 6th year as a member of the Brass Leadership...