The Union H.S. Indoor Drumline’s 2025 competitive season ended with great success. On April 5 the ensemble earned a State Championship in WGPO Open Classification, and concluded its season last week at the WGI World Championship, held in Dayton, Ohio. The performers and crowd adored the artistic program entitled “Learning to Fly”, which featured elaborate costuming, standard-setting scenic & aesthetic elements, and music composed with sophisticated, technically-demanding, and emotionally charged components. Contending in WGI’s most competitive classification amidst a field of nearly 60 units, the Union Indoor Drumline performed resiliently, with upward movement of 7 places during the course of the championship weekend. Earning 14th place in the preliminary round, reaching up to 9th place in the semifinals, and achieving 7th place in the finals, the ensemble represented Union with professionalism, character, ingenuity, and class.
In related news, Garett Dwyer, Union’s Director of Percussion, was recently recognized by his peers as the WGPO Percussion Director of the Year. Mr. Dwyer’s work ethic, artistry, positivity, and inspirational approach to education make him an ideal recipient of this award. Congrats to Mr. Dwyer!
PICTURED: (right) Union Director of Percussion Garett Dwyer, (left) WGPO Contest Director Kyle Myers
