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Happy Thanksgiving!!
Thu, Nov 20, 2008 - 8:16 PM
The SCGC Board of Directors & Staff hope each of you have a very safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving. We look forward to working with you in 2009!... [read more]




Centennial Contest Relocated.
Wed, Nov 12, 2008 - 10:41 AM
The SCGC Eboard has approved the change of sponsor and venue for our  show scheduled on January 31st.  Due to conflicts at Centennial HS and  their subsequent inability to host as scheduled, other sites in the  Nashville area were recruited.  The event has now been awarded to Mt Juliet HS who will host the contest at Cane Ridge HS on that same date. Cane Ridge is also the site of the WGI Guard Regional.Please note that it will take a few days to update the website and sign up forms.Until then, if you have any questions don't hesiate to email me atContestCoordinator@scgconline.orgSCGC Contest Coordinator... [read more]




Digital Recording Technician Position
Mon, Nov 10, 2008 - 9:54 AM
SCGC is now accepting applications for the position of Digital Recording Technician.  The tech will be responsible for attending all SCGC sponsored events to transfer the judge’s recordings from the digital format to a CD.  Those interested in applying should email resume and references to Rebecca Hope at HopeJRAH@bellsouth.net.  Deadline for applicants is Friday, November 21, 2008.  ... [read more]




December 1st Deadline!!!
Sat, Nov 08, 2008 - 7:12 AM
Only three work weeks until the deadline!!! December 1, 2008-----End of registration period.  All fees and forms due by this date.  Any unit registering after this date will be accessed a $150 late fee. January 1, 2009------Last date to register for SCGC Championships. Dates listed above are RECEIVED BY dates, not postmarks. SCGC Required Documentation Insurance---Certificate of Liability & Medical Coverage Eligibility---Notarized SCGC Scholastic Eligibility form.(Scholastic groups only) Music Forms---Guard = Music Licensing Form    Percussion = Synch Form & Permission to Arrange SCGC Fees First year member = $450...all member benefits and registration for unlimited shows selected by director. Returning member = $400...all member benefits and registration for unlimited shows selected by director. 2nd member unit of like kind = $350...must be like kind from same parent organization. Non-member = $150...fee is... [read more]




Amendment to Guard Class Descriptions
Fri, Nov 07, 2008 - 11:22 AM
WGI’s resurrection of the Regional A class at Power Regionals, including Nashville, led to the following amendment to SCGC policy:Novice, Scholastic B and Independent B may now compete at WGI events in the Regional A Class.  SCGC Scholastic A, AA, AAA units must compete at WGI events in the Scholastic A class. ... [read more]




Centennial Contest for guard units closed as of 11/04
Tue, Nov 04, 2008 - 10:45 AM
Please note that the Centennial Guard contest is closed as of 11/04. We might take a few more units once we know how many percussion units attend this contest. This is a Drum Premier event and priority is given to these units. To add a guard unit to the "wait list", please email: contestcoordinator@scgconline.org   All guard units listed in the entries are good to go... Percusion units not listed can sign up as usual via the web site.   SCGC Contest Coordinator... [read more]




2009 Registration Reminders!!
Wed, Oct 15, 2008 - 1:36 PM
2009 SCGC Registration Dates September 2008-------Unit registration begins for the 2009 season. December 1, 2008-----End of registration period.                                        (Any group registering after this date will be accessed a $150 late fee) January 1, 2009------Last date to register for SCGC Championships. Please note...dates listed above reflect received by dates, not postmarks. SCGC Required Documentation Insurance---------------Certificate of Liability & Medical Coverage Eligibility--------------Notarized copy of SCGC Scholastic Eligibility form.(Scholastic groups only) Music------------------Guard = Music Licensing Form                        ... [read more]




Independent Groups Get Ready for WINTER!
Fri, Sep 19, 2008 - 10:58 AM
The following Independent groups from the SCGC will be holding auditions this fall.   Check out their websites for more information.   Amor of Tuscaloosa, AL http://www.amorwinterguard.com/   Capella Winter Guard http://www.capellawinterguard.com/   Eklipse http://www.myspace.com/eklipsewinterguard   Legend Independent Percussion http://www.musiccitylegend.org/indoor/   Moxie Oct. 5th 10 – 6 @ Northwest high School Clarksville, TN.   Nu Winterguard NuWinterguard@yahoo.com   Vivace of Huntsville http://www.vivaceofhuntsville.com/   SPREAD THE WORD!... [read more]




Welcome to 2009!!
Fri, Sep 19, 2008 - 10:30 AM
Registration for 2009 will begin on Monday, September 22nd!! Director Login box will be available up top at that time.... [read more]




Coming Soon!!
Mon, Sep 15, 2008 - 12:56 PM
Coming soon to a town near you!!  SCGC 2009!!!!! Please know that folks are working very hard to make this winter the best ever for our circuit. The 2009 show schedule, new and returning unit registration, and an updated web design should be up in the next few days. Please check back late this week for the "411" on all things SCGC for 2009!! Til then...hope your fall is fabulous...all the best....Donna :0)... [read more]




MCM
Mon, Sep 08, 2008 - 7:29 PM
http://wgi.org/featured_detail.php?id=1729... [read more]




Happy Labor Day SCGC!!
Sat, Aug 30, 2008 - 10:35 AM
Hope your fall season is off to a wonderful start and hope that you are able to enjoy the long weekend with family & friends!! Please don't forget that the show host bid deadline is September 1st and that the education survey needs to be completed on or before September 4th. All the best...Donna :0)... [read more]




Educational survey...
Tue, Aug 26, 2008 - 11:02 AM
The SCGC Education Department is evaluating options for upcoming Instructor and Performer education.  Your responses on the attached survey will help us plan future events for the SCGC membership.  Please respond to this short survey no later than September 4th.  Thank you!http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=RBGe7lym11KLTZUeJ4Uf8A_3d_3d... [read more]




Contest bidding period almost over...
Sun, Aug 24, 2008 - 12:06 PM
To following is an email that was sent to all Directors from this past season.To all Directors,Just want to remind you that if you wish to run a contest next coming season, you must submit the application form and fee by September 1st (postmarked).The form and pertinent information regarding all SCGC contests can be found in the "2009 Sponsor Handbook" located in the resources section of the web site.If you have any questions, don't hesitate to email me at ContestCoordinator@scgconline.orgGilles... [read more]




2009 contest bids.
Wed, Jul 23, 2008 - 1:51 PM
The following is an email that was sent out to all SCGC unit directors. Many servers are blocking our emails. So for those that haven't received it, here's a copy.Hey all, Believe it or not, here we are, in the planning stage of the 2009 season. Please note that any organization wanting to hold a contest can submit a bid. The deadline to receive your form and fee  is Sept 1st 2008 (postmark).  The form is available in the 2009- sponsor handbook, located in the resource section of the web. If interested, print pages 17-18-19-20  and send it to my attention (address on the form) with your fee of $200 (payable to SCGC) before Sept 1st (postmark). Here's a tentative SCGC- Show Schedule for the 2009 season: January 17-18      North Guard Field Day/open for bid January 24-25      South Guard Field Day/open for bid      January 31          Drum Premier in the Nashville area/open for bid February 7-8        Guard & Drums/open for bid  (can count as a drum premier) February... [read more]




Staff Changes!!
Fri, Jul 11, 2008 - 8:33 PM
SCGC proudly welcomes Christine Clayton as our new Color Guard Judge Coordinator, and Troy Jones as our new Kentucky State Representative.  Their roles with SCGC begin today and we all look forward to working with them!! Please don't hestitate to contact either of them with questions, comments, or concerns about their particular areas of service when our contact page is updated later this month.... [read more]




SCGC Annual Meeting Minutes
Wed, Jun 18, 2008 - 9:51 AM
SCGC Annual Meeting Brooks High School June 7, 2008   BOD members in attendance: Donna McKinney, Melissa Bailey, Alan Rice, Rebecca Hope, Tony Cox, Jennifer Huddleston, Michael Keeton, Lindsey Lingerfelt, Tim Vaughn   Staff members in attendance: Dean Payne, Dave Coheley, Jason Harvey, Gilles Ouellette    Meeting called to order by Donna McKinney at 2:00 pm.   Old Business: Contest Coordinator report presented by Gilles Ouelette. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Color Guard Division Report presented by Dean Payne. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Percussion Division Report presented by Dave Coheley. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Financial Report presented by Donna McKinney. Floor was open for discussion of report presented.   Website Report presented by Donna McKinney via proposal submitted by Lance England wishing to continue services. Floor was open for di... [read more]




Color Guard Judge Coordinator
Mon, Jun 16, 2008 - 10:40 AM
The SCGC Color Guard Judge Coordinator staff position is currently vacant and will be hired per the BOD updated job description below.  Interested parties should forward their letter of interest and formal resume/references via email to Donna McKinney on or before close of business on Friday, June 27, 2008. SCGC COLOR GUARD JUDGE COORDINATOR Employment:  The position of Color Guard Judge Coodinator shall be appointed by the SCGC Executive Board with the approval of the Board of Directors. The Color Guard Judge Coordinator shall not have an affiliation with any unit, presently or during the previous season. Path of Responsibility:  The Color Guard Judge Coordinator shall be responsible to the President/CEO and Eboard. Salary Structure:  Salary and expense allocations shall be determined by the President/CEO with the approval of the Executive Board. Purpose:  To assist in planning and reviewing the overall activities of the... [read more]




Kentucky State Rep Position
Mon, Jun 16, 2008 - 10:26 AM
The Kentucky State Rep seat is currently vacant and will be filled per the job description below.  Interested parties should forward their letter of interest via email to Donna McKinney on or before close of business Friday, June 27th. SCGC State Representatives Employment:  One state representative will be elected from each state with at least three (3) paid members of the SCGC.  These representatives will serve a two (2) year term.  The State Rep cannot be a marching member of a unit and must be at least 23 years old. Path of Responsibility:  The State Representatives are responsible to the member units of their respective states.  They will report to the Board of Directors via the 1st Vice President. Examples of Duties:  Maintain communication with unit members from their state.  Keep the member units abreast of information and/or issues pertaining to SCGC operation.  Keep the SCGC BOD abreast of concerns and/or issues ... [read more]




Meeting Results!!!
Sun, Jun 08, 2008 - 3:55 PM
Minutes from the meeting will be posted online the week of June 16th.  Here are the basics... Proposals -- Both Advisory Boards 01-2008 Judge Travel Pay = No 02-2008 Ties and Medals = Yes 03-2008 Elimination of State Reps = No Proposals -- Guard Advisory Board 04-2008 CG Field Day Format = Yes 05-2008 Promotion Criteria for CG = Yes with amendment removing "Only when all parties agree, will the promotion become official". 06-2008 Championships Medal Award Policy = Withdrawn 07-2008 Field Day = Withdrawn 08-2008 Education = Yes/BOD tabled for develoment. Proposals -- Percussion Advisory Board 09-2008  Allow SCGC Judges to promote within circuit = Yes with amendment reading "Allow SCGC judges and Percussion Coordinator to classify units according to skill set." 10-2008 Eliminate Percussion Solo&Ensemble Class = Yes Advisory Board Vote Results Melissa Bailey, Guard Seat Kim England, Guard Seat Rebecca Hope, Guard Seat Donn... [read more]




Board of Directors - Nominations 2008
Sun, Jun 01, 2008 - 6:21 PM
Board of Directors - Nominations 2008 Color Guard Rep Nominations: Melissa Bailey – Brooks Winter Guard Chris Cooper – Independence High School Kim England – Hart Co. Winter Guard Amy Hagler – Hatton HS Winter Guard Rebecca Hope – Oak Grove HS Winter Guard Donna McKinney – Oak Grove HS Winter Guard   Percussion Rep Nominations: Keith Anderson – Bob Jones Indoor Percussion Sally Coultas – Lawrence Co. Percussion Ensemble Michael Keeton – Brookwood Percussion Alan Rice – Centennial HS Percussion   **Note The following were elected in 2007 to serve two-year positions on the BOD: Guard Reps: Matt Caudill, Jennifer Huddleston, Lindsey Lingerfelt, Tim Vaughn Percussion Reps: Tony Cox, Jim Reed The following BOD members were elected in 2006 to serve for a two-year term and thus their positions are open for nominations/election. Guard Reps: Melissa Bailey, Kim England, Brian Giddens, Donna McKinney, Percussion Reps: Michael Keeton (replaced resigned position),... [read more]




Proposals submitted for June meeting...
Sun, Jun 01, 2008 - 6:10 PM
Proposals – Both Advisory Boards   Title: 01-2008 Judge Travel Pay Submitted By: Kenneth Coultas (Lawrence County HS) Referred To: BOTH Advisory Boards Proposal: All judges will receive the current government mileage rate for travel (as of Jan. 1 of the calendar year) to and from all SCGC events. Rationale:  Fuel costs are rising at an alarming rate. If judges are expected to be professionals and act professionally, they should be remunerated as such.  WGI does it. Financial Impact: This could be handled in one of the following ways:  Show sponsors are responsible for the cost. The travel fee that show sponsors currently pay could be abolished and the mileage fee could be added to each judge’s check. A roster of judge’s addresses could be maintained by the SCGC contest director. Mileage to and from the event could be calculated before-hand and the charges given to the contest host in time to include it on the salary check. Show hosts would have to budget... [read more]




June 7th @ 2 p.m. --updated!!
Thu, May 29, 2008 - 8:34 AM
The next Southeastern Color Guard Circuit meeting will be held at Brooks High School in Killen, Alabama on Saturday, June 7 at 2:00PM. If your Winter Guard or Indoor Percussion program paid SCGC membership dues for the 2008 season you are a voting member of the SCGC.  Proposals and current BOD nominations will be posted under resources on Monday prior to the meeting for your review.  If you are the director of a program interested in participating during winter of 2009 this meeting will be very informative for you as well. The June meeting serves as a place for members to voice concerns on how to improve the experience of everyone involved in the circuit. It offers those interested in becoming a member the chance to see how things work and more importantly provides a chance to get questions about starting a winter program answered. In our effort to continue to move forward and foster positive growth of winter programs in our service area, we need input/feedb... [read more]




Happy Memorial Day!!
Mon, May 26, 2008 - 9:42 AM
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Midnight Deadline!!
Tue, May 20, 2008 - 8:47 AM
All proposals, nominations, and proxy forms must be emailed/faxed to HopeJRAH@bellsouth.net by midnight tonight.  See the info below for more information.... [read more]




May 20th Deadline!!
Wed, May 14, 2008 - 9:25 AM
Deadline for receipt of proposals, nominations, and proxy is next Tuesday.  Everything goes to SCGC Secretary/Rebecca Hope.  Please see the news item below for all the details!!... [read more]




SCGC Circuit Meeting Information
Thu, May 01, 2008 - 9:15 AM
Dear SCGC Members, The following contains information regarding the annual Circuit Meeting, the submission of 2008 proposals, and absentee/ proxy voting procedures. Also included is information to submit nominations for open Board of Director seats, which will be voted on at the June Circuit Meeting.   Circuit Meeting… The 2008 Circuit Meeting will be held at Brooks High School on Saturday, June 7 at 2:00PM. If your Guard/Percussion program paid SCGC membership dues for the 2008 season, you are a voting member of the SCGC...one vote per unit. The Circuit Meeting serves as a place for you to voice your concerns on how to improve the experience of everyone involved in the circuit. In an effort to continue to move forward and foster growth within the circuit, we need feedback on how to make this great circuit even better for directors, show sponsors, spectators, and most importantly the students involved.   Proposals… Opinions of our membership are heard in the form of... [read more]




Circuit Meeting
Sat, Apr 19, 2008 - 7:07 PM
Our annual circuit meeting will be held on June 7th.  Directors please mark your calendars and plan to attend.  Location, time, and much more info TBA May 1st.  Please check back then for  all the meeting details. Enjoy the remainder of your spring and I hope to see you all then....all the best...Donna :0)... [read more]




WGI Percussion Finals!!!
Sat, Apr 19, 2008 - 7:01 PM
Great job by all our Percussion units at Dayton!!! To see the amazing results click here... http://www.wgi.org/events/scores/current/perc.php... [read more]




WGI Guard Finals!!!
Sat, Apr 12, 2008 - 8:55 AM
SCGC Guards Rock WGI Finals!!  BRAVO!!!!! To see how Alta Marea finished click here... http://wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Open_Finals.html To see how Capella & The Mark finished click here... http://wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_IA_Finals.html... [read more]




Thanks to everyone involved with SCGC this season!!
Sun, Apr 06, 2008 - 11:41 AM
Thanks to everyone involved with SCGC this season!! To the performers...thank you for your dedication to growth and excellence. Your progress this season has been amazing. To the directors...thank you for your dedication to the education of our performers. Your endless work ethic and creativity were well represented on the floor this weekend. To the parents, family, and friends...thank you for your boundless support of this activity. Performers and Directors could not make it work without your endless contribution of time and resources. To our judges...thank you for sharing your expertise and encouraging the growth of our units this season. Your knowledge is imperative to the success of our programs and is much appreciated. To the SCGC staff members...kudos on jobs well done this season. From the day to day grind of circuit business to the committee's work for championship weekend, everything was done and done well. To the SCGC BOD...it is my pleasure and privilege to serve the circui... [read more]




Percussion Warm-up at Championships
Wed, Apr 02, 2008 - 11:24 AM
Due to issues at the WGI Percussion Regional last weekend, Vanderbilt University has issued the following requirement for all Percussion units for SCGC Championships. It is crucial that all Percussion Units follow this policy: As the Unit Packet details, ALL Percussion Warm-Up MUST take place along the Concourse between the baseball and football stadiums. There is to be NO Percussion Warm-Up in the auxiliary parking areas or areas outside of the Memorial Gymnasium complex. Vanderbilt University is a new venue for SCGC Championships. The staff of Vanderbilt Athletics and the SCGC are committed to working together to ensure a successful event. Your assistance in assuring that the SCGC is a "good neighbor" to the surrounding community is essential to our mission. Thank you, SCGC Board of Directors... [read more]




Service & Golden Rule Awards
Tue, Apr 01, 2008 - 2:09 PM
Directors, if you did not get the mass email with information about voting for the 2008 Service and Golden Rule Awards please email me ASAP @ DonnaNBama@aol.com    Voting closes at noon April 3rd.   Thanks!!!... [read more]




Championships information
Mon, Mar 31, 2008 - 5:35 PM
Please note that the Information Guide and Master Schedule are available in the EVENTS section of the web site...    ... [read more]




Brookwood Percussion Promotion!!
Mon, Mar 31, 2008 - 9:07 AM
BRAVO!!   Brookwood Percussion was notified this morning that they have been promoted to Open Class by WGI.  Congrats on a job well done...keep up the great work!!... [read more]




WGI Percussion Results!!
Mon, Mar 31, 2008 - 9:03 AM
SCGC Percussion units "ROCKED" WGI Nashville...check it out... http://www.wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Nashville_Perc_Finals.html... [read more]




Spin Off @ Championships!!
Sat, Mar 29, 2008 - 7:39 AM
Click here for more info... http://www.scgconline.org/resources/109.pdf... [read more]




Championship Info Update!!
Sat, Mar 29, 2008 - 7:35 AM
There have been 3 updates to the 2008 Championships Guide today, March 28. The changes are as follows: 1. Spectator Tickets - Vanderbilt is a cash-only site. Credit cards cannot be accepted for this year's event. 2. Photo Area - The photo area is in the South Lobby near Unit Check-In 3. Order of Events - Group photos will be taken following your unit's performance. Groups may re-enter at unit check-in for your photo sitting. These changes have been made to the 2008 Championships Information Guide and will be posted to the Championships Event page and the Director's Only Section of SCGCOnline. Thank you and best wishes to all units as we close the final weekend of regular season competition! Melissa... [read more]




Championship Info!!
Sat, Mar 22, 2008 - 8:40 AM
The Championship Info Packet is now available in the EVENTS section of the web site.  A copy was sent to our webmaster and will be uploaded in the director's secured area as well.  All information unit directors will need to plan for SCGC Championships should be found in this guide.  If you have questions, comments, or concerns don't hesitate to contact me/us for assistance. The OFFICIAL performance schedule including unloading, warmup, performance, loading, & photo times will be posted by the end of the day on Monday, March 31st. Melissa and the championship committee have done an amazing job to prepare for this event.  It looks to be another great championship weekend for SCGC!! Enjoy the Easter holiday with your family & friends and I will see you all in Nashville on April 4th/5th!! All the best...Donna :0)... [read more]




SCGC @ WGI Events!!
Wed, Mar 19, 2008 - 3:40 PM
Check out the following link to see which SCGC percussion units rocked WGI Dayton last weekend... http://www.wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Dayton_Perc_Finals.html Also click to see the sweet guard action at WGI Atlanta... http://www.wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Atlanta_Finals.html... [read more]




Performance schedules ....
Thu, Mar 13, 2008 - 5:01 PM
Notes that TENTATIVE schedules for the Smyrna, Hoover and a revised schedule for Championships, have been posted in the EVENTS section of the SCGC web site. All OFFICIAL schedules will be posted on the Monday prior to these events.... [read more]




URGENT UPDATE_ Clarksville contest
Fri, Mar 07, 2008 - 9:43 AM
Directors, Staff, Students and Fans....Due to inclement weather in the Clarksville and NW Tennessee area, the school administration and the Clarksville HS WG and WDL Boosters have decided to cancel this weekends SCGC event.Many schools in the area are already closed, ice is starting to form in Clarksville and they are expecting 4 to 6 inches of snow by noon tomorrow. Needless to say, it will be messy....Units will not be penalized and will receive a qualifying credit toward circuit championships.Note that entries will reopen for the Beech and Centennial contests for those wanting to add a performance to their schedule.We will accept entries until the close of the business day, Tuesday March 11th.Smyrna and Hoover will remain open for 1 extra week and close on March 14th,Thanks allHave a safe weekend.... [read more]




Promotion at Oak Grove
Thu, Mar 06, 2008 - 12:27 PM
Congratulations to Pelham HS Varsity WG for their recent promotion from the SAA to the SA class. Again Congrats... for a job well done.... [read more]




Huge Regional Drum News!!
Thu, Mar 06, 2008 - 8:24 AM
5 SCGC percussion groups represented the circuit at the WGI Indianapolis Regional this past weekend. Among those groups were Independence and Centennial High Schools (PSA), Mt. Juliet High School (PSO), Fred J. Page High School (PSW) and Legend Independent (PIW). The circuit produced 4 finalist including second place finishes by Mt. Juliet and Legend Independent and a fourth place finish by Fred J. Page. Non-member unit Houston High School also attended and made finals.  And down south, Brookwood Percussion participated in the WGI Pensacola Regional and is now under review for promotion to the Open Class. Congrats to all these amazing percussion units!!... [read more]




Pictures for Championships Program
Fri, Feb 29, 2008 - 1:47 PM
Directors please email the group photo you want used for your unit in the 2008 Championship Program to SCGCYearbook@inbox.com .  Submissions must be received by close of business on March 10th.  Editor's choice will be used to select a unit picture for those missing the deadline.  Please remember as well that Bateman has only taken "action" shots thus far and those of course would be the ones from which a picture is selected for your group.  Thanks!!  ... [read more]




More Scholarship Info....
Tue, Feb 26, 2008 - 7:18 AM
Our apologies as the scholarship packet still contains conflicting information.  Please note and adhere to the following... Essay is required. Three (3) letters of reference are required. Two (2) photos are required. Postmark & mailing deadline is March 12. Please mail all scholarship applications to the address at the top of the application and guidelines... Emily C. Williams 5617 Toulouse Street Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 If you mistakenly mailed your applications to the circuit address please email Emily to let her know.   emily_c_williams@yahoo.com... [read more]




Promotions at Independence...
Sun, Feb 24, 2008 - 2:28 AM
On Saturday and Sunday Feb. 23-24, at the Independence HS Contest, the following units were promoted to a new class of competition. CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done... Saturday:    Henry Co WG  from Novice to SB,   Beech HS WG from SAAA to SAA, Hoover HS WG from SAAA to SAA, Creek Wood WG from SAAA to SAA, Decatur HS "A" WG from SAA to SA, Independence HS Vatsity from SAA to SA   Sunday: Greenwood HS "A" from SAAA to SAA.  ... [read more]




SCGC Scholarship Info & Deadline!!
Wed, Feb 20, 2008 - 9:37 AM
A link to the 2008 SCGC Scholarship information will be placed in the Resource section of our site later today.  As Scholarship Coordinator/Emily Williams noted in her recent forum post, initially only part of the information was loaded and when an update was made yesterday it did not reflect scholarship changes in place for 2008. Please discard any information or applications printed out prior to today as they contain incomplete/incorrect scholarship information.  We are working diligently to update the information and do apologize for the delay & any inconvenience. The postmark deadline has been extended to March 12, 2008. All the best...Donna :0)    ... [read more]




WGI Nashville Finalists!!
Mon, Feb 18, 2008 - 7:59 AM
Check out this link to see which SCGC guards rocked finals at WGI Nashville.... http://wgi.org/events/static_scores/scores_Nashville_Finals.html  ... [read more]




Congratulations...
Sun, Feb 10, 2008 - 1:27 AM
On Saturday Feb. 9 at the Hart Co HS Contest, the following units were promoted to a new class of competition. CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done... Lawrence Co JV WG  from Novice to SB Greenwood HS "B" WG  from Novice to SB Greenwood HS "A" WG from SB to SAAA... [read more]




Congratulations Decatur A!!
Sun, Feb 03, 2008 - 9:32 AM
On Saturday February 2nd at the Brooks show Decatur HS "A" Winter Guard (AL) was promoted from Scholastic AAA to the Scholastic AA class. Congratulations for a job well done!!... [read more]




2008 SEASON OFF TO A GREAT START
Fri, Feb 01, 2008 - 12:31 PM
SCGC Looks to Have Stellar Year!! Providing 25+ years of service, the Southeastern Color Guard Circuit looks stronger than ever in 2008. The SCGC provides winter competitive opportunities for drumlines and guards representing the states of Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee. During this season 120 units will participate in SCGC sponsored events. Membership growth is apparent with the state of Alabama experiencing an incredible 45% increase in unit participation this winter alone.  SCGC is also seeing an increase in the number of units participating at the WGI level which is another indicator of the growing strength and vitality of the circuit. SCGC's launch of a new website in fall of 2007 provided enhanced access, a clearer structure, simplified navigation, and improved search functions that makes finding SCGC information easier than ever before.  An exciting new addition to the site is Space[SCGC], t... [read more]




Pictures from Lawrence Co and Antioch
Fri, Feb 01, 2008 - 11:06 AM
Pictures from the Lawrence Co and Antioch shows are available to preview/purchase on Bateman's website.....www.batemanfoto.com !... [read more]




Congratulations Thompson HS!!
Sun, Jan 27, 2008 - 10:00 PM
On Saturday 1/26 at Antioch HS Thompson HS Winter Guard was promoted from the Scholastic B to the Scholastic AAA class.  Congratulations!!... [read more]




Congrats on Promotion!!
Sun, Jan 20, 2008 - 8:07 PM
On Sunday January 20th the following units were promoted to a new class of competition. CONGRATULATIONS for a job well done... Pelham JV  from Novice to SAAA The Color Guard of Chelsea HS from SB to SAAA Lawrence Co Varsity from SAAA to SAA Pelham Varsity from SAAA to SAA... [read more]




Housing at Lawrence Co HS
Thu, Jan 17, 2008 - 9:47 PM
Due to the possibility of inclement weather in the Birmingham area, Lawrence Co HS is opening their doors on Friday night for any units that would prefer to travel that evening. For more information please contact Sally Coultas at the number listed in the unit packet.... [read more]




PreSeason Newsletter
Mon, Jan 14, 2008 - 1:34 PM
Directors if you have not received a PreSeason Newsletter sent via email last week please contact Gilles ASAP at SCGCContestCoordinator@comcast.net ... [read more]




Lawrence Co Contest and the Press
Mon, Jan 14, 2008 - 1:01 PM
Pretty awesome. Check this link  http://www.wdxe.com  ... [read more]




Show Schedule Updated!!
Fri, Jan 04, 2008 - 7:55 AM
Our show schedule has experienced an update!!  Directors please make sure you take time to check out the EVENTS page just in case it impacts your unit.... [read more]




Payment and Paperwork Reminder!!
Fri, Dec 28, 2007 - 12:10 PM
Please don't forget that payments for membership fees and any applicable late fee must be postmarked by January 1, 2008 to be cleared to participate in Championships. Note that units will not be cleared to perform in 2008 until any prior/current debt, 08 membership fees, and all required paperwork are submitted. If you have questions about your unit's current status please contact Contest Coordinator/Gilles Ouellette (ASAP) by emailing SCGCcontestcoordinator@comcast.net ... [read more]




Happy Holidays!!
Sat, Dec 22, 2007 - 10:58 PM
On behalf of SCGC Board of Directors and our wonderful staff members, I want to wish you all a very happy holiday season.  Enjoy the time you share with family & friends...be safe in your travels...we will see you all in January 2008!!   All the best...Donna :0)... [read more]




New Sound Technology for 2008
Thu, Dec 13, 2007 - 8:02 PM
This season the sound guys will be testing a unit that will play wav or mp3 files directly from a flash drive.  It will be with sound tech, Doug England's system & if it works well enough the circuit will purchase another one for the 2009 season.  So go out & buy a cheap USB Flash Drive & put just your performance track on it & we will see how it goes!!!  Please have a back up CD with you just in case :)  ... [read more]




Alta Marea Feature!!
Fri, Dec 07, 2007 - 9:54 AM
Competitive teams from The University of Alabama are typically associated with the accomplishments of the Crimson Tide on the football field.  In 2006, The University of Alabama began fielding another team: the Alta Marea Winter Guard.  In its first year of competition, Alta Marea which translated from Italian means, “high tide,” was an Independent A class finalist at the 2006 WGI World Championships.  Its show was titled Once in a Lifetime, a unique rendition of the Talking Heads song of the same name sung over the jazz standard Birdland by Jacqui Naylor. Read more...   http://wgi.org/featured_detail.php?id=1239... [read more]




MCM to perform with Keith Urban
Wed, Nov 28, 2007 - 11:34 AM
From the WGI news page"MCM to Perform with Keith Urban Nov 28, 2007On Friday night, November 30th, Music City Mystique will take the stage at the Sommet Center in Nashville, TN to perform live with country music star Keith Urban!  Members from the Music City Mystique marching drumline, staff, and a member of Keith Urban’s band will strap on the marching drums to for a percussion feature at the end of one of the country superstar’s songs.Prior to the beginning of this latest Keith Urban tour, producers decided to feature a marching drumline as part of the show.  The producers turned to Carl Eppler , MCM Staff Member, to help put together this section of the show.  Carl organized a studio recording session with members of MCM to record the marching piece that is used during the concert.  Additionally, a video shoot was organized to film the drumline marching and playing the piece that is used for video segments during the show.At each stop on Keith Urban’s tour, a local drumline is selec... [read more]




Updated...time is running out!!
Mon, Nov 26, 2007 - 12:22 PM
Please note this is the last week to pay for a unit at the standard membership fee rate.  Membership payments postmarked after December 1st will be charged an additional $150 per unit.  Units paying/postmarked after January 1st are not elligible to participate in SCGC Championships. Hurry, time is running out!! ... [read more]




A Quick Reminder
Tue, Nov 13, 2007 - 10:57 AM
Just want to remind everyone that all membership fees must be postmarked by December1st.  We'll be accepting membership applications until January 1st but there will be a late fee of $150 applied to all units postmarked/paying after December 1st. All additional paperwork is due on or before the first contest (scholastic letter, certificate of insurance, copyright forms).... [read more]




2008 FAQs!!
Thu, Nov 08, 2007 - 4:49 PM
Check this out... http://www.scgconline.org/resources/11.pdf... [read more]




2008 SCGC Championships
Wed, Oct 31, 2007 - 4:25 PM
On behalf of the SCGC Executive Board and Board of Directors I am very excited to announce the Home of the 2008 SCGC Championships: Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN Beginning next week, the SCGC Championship Committee will release details regarding this tremendous event as they become available including host hotels, sponsorship information, and site specifics. Stay tuned as we plan for an awesome "Music City" Championship event! Best wishes for a wonderful 2008 season to all SCGC units. May this one be your best yet!_________________Melissa H. Bailey/Championship CoordinatorSCGC 1st Vice-President... [read more]




Reminder :0)
Fri, Oct 26, 2007 - 2:06 PM
Unit Directors please don't forget that any/all outstanding debt from the 2007 season must be paid in full prior to participation in the 2008 season.  If you have questions about your unit's current financial status please contact Treasurer/Kim England.  Her contact email can be found on the "About" page here online. Thanks!!... [read more]




SCGC Photo/Video Services
Mon, Oct 22, 2007 - 1:48 PM
SCGC is pleased to announce the official photographer for the 2008 season will be Performing Arts Photography by Bateman, Inc.   Providing video service at our 2008 SCGC Championships will be Mr. Video Productions.... [read more]




Nashville WGI Regional update
Fri, Oct 05, 2007 - 11:20 AM
The WGI Nashville Regional is now closed.  Good luck to all SCGC groups attending!... [read more]




Contest sign up for Non Members
Thu, Oct 04, 2007 - 11:03 AM
If you are not a member of our circuit and wish to perform and compete in any of our contests, please fill out the form found in the resource section and mail it to us. All Non Member Units are welcomed but keep in mind that Non Member Units can not attend the SCGC Championships.... [read more]




WGI Regional Events
Fri, Sep 28, 2007 - 5:27 PM
The WGI Nashville Guard and Percussion Regionals are filling up very fast.  Last year we had several SCGC member units who waited too late and couldn't get in.  Registration for WGI events began this week...please go to www.wgi.org to get your unit signed up before it's too late!!!... [read more]




SCGConline.org Correspondence
Wed, Sep 26, 2007 - 2:55 PM
In order to best receive correspondence delivered automatically via the website (password reminders and mass mailings from the eBoard), please add admin@scgconline.org to your email address book. Thank you, SCGConline.org administration.  ... [read more]




2008 Photo & Video Bid Info!!
Mon, Sep 24, 2007 - 1:45 PM
The SCGC is now accepting photography and videography bids for 2008!!  Bids will be accepted until October 15, 2007. Please contact SCGC Secretary/Rebecca Hope via email (HopeJRAH@bellsouth.net) for more information. ... [read more]




WELCOME!!!
Sun, Jul 01, 2007 - 4:04 PM
Welcome to the new SCGC web site!! We hope our Performers, Parents, Directors, and Judges will bookmark the site and visit often.  The memberlist from our old site did not transfer, so EVERYONE must register on the new site to be included in the system (which now includes online registration) and Director's mass email. ... [read more]




David Coheley On WGI Website
Thu, Sep 13, 2007 - 9:32 PM
Check out one of our drum judge's picture on WGI! Looking good Dave! http://wgi.org/resources/judging.php... [read more]




Father Ryan on TV!!
Wed, Sep 05, 2007 - 9:09 PM
Our own Father Ryan HS Percussion is featured in the new WGI TV Commercial...click here to check it out... http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid527658239/bctid1165620233  ... [read more]



SCGC gets New Webmaster!
Sun, Jul 29, 2007 - 11:25 PM
The SCGC would like to welcome Lance England as the new SCGC webmaster. Many of you may remember Lance from his days as marching member for Hart County or as the old forum administrator. Lance is the son of SCGC Treasurer Kim England and sound tech Doug England.  He makes his home in Pittsburgh, PA but still manages to keep up with his old SCGC family. Welcome Lance & we look forward to seeing what you can do!... [read more]



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