A. The Field Guard (Fall) performs weekly with the marching band. They are used to provide a visual to the music of the band. The guard must be skilled not only with their equipment (flag, rifle, sabre) but also with dance/ movement. The guard will often incorporate some aspects of drama and acting, or may play characters in the halftime show.

The Winterguard program is similar to the field guard except that we perform in gyms to recorded music. Currently the MHS Winterguard is a member of the Carolina Indoor Performace Association and thus performs in TN, North and South Carolina, and Virginia.

Q. Do Color Guard members have to be enrolled in Band?

A. Guard members are a part of the MHS Band Organization and thus must be enrolled in a band class in the fall. Field guard members are required to attend rehearsals in the summer and fall as well as band camp.

Q. Are there any costs associated with the Color Guard Program?

A. Uniforms, warm-ups, and other equipment must be purchased individually each year-- fundraisers are available to help offset this cost.

Q. I am interested in Color Guard but have no experience. How do I audition?

A. Auditions for field guard are held in the spring. MHS hosts a clinic every year inviting other guards in the area. It is encouraged that all those interested in guard attend this clinic, but is not mandatory. Rehearsals will be held in the weeks prior to auditions for prospective members to learn flag fundementals, movement techniques, and a short dance/ flag routine. No previous guard or dance experience is required.

Q. I understand Field Guard and enjoy watching them perform with the band at the football games, but could you tell me more about Winter Color Guard?

A. Each year the staff selects music and develops a show for Winter Color Guard performances and competitions. Performers interpret the music and theme through their movement and equipment work. Most Winter Guards pull a tarp over the gym floor and often use props to help make their show more visual. There are different classifications within the Winter Guard circuit. Currently the MHS Winterguard performs in High School A Class.

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