WGI 2026 Percussion Finals Preview: World Class Performers from Rhythm X, RCC, United & GMU
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This episode features a discussion with World Class performers about the intricacies of Finals week and the emotional journey of aging out in indoor percussion.
WGI 2026 Percussion World Class performers break down the reality of Finals week, show design, and age-out season. This episode features performers from Rhythm X, RCC (Riverside City College), United Percussion, and George Mason University Indoor Drumline — giving a real look inside the highest level of indoor percussion. In this episode: How World Class shows evolve throughout the season Why top groups constantly rewrite and adjust their productions The difference between cleaning and designing at an elite level Finals week mindset and handling pressure The emotional experience of aging out Panelists: Ari Chervony — United Percussion (Instagram: @ari_chervony) Eitan Chervony — Rhythm X (Instagram: @eitanchervony) Aud Sherrill — RCC (Instagram: @aud.sherrill) Lily Etzel — GMU (Instagram: @lilliannaetzel) Host: Stephen McCarrick (Instagram: @yeahbass) Guest Host: Anne Turner (Instagram: @anne.saber) Follow the Ensembles: Rhythm X — @rhythmxinc RCC Drumline — @rccdrumline United Percussion — @unitedpercussion GMU Drumline — @gmudrumline Listen Everywhere: https://plinkhq.com/i/1653637341 Watch More: Weekly Episodes…
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