United placed 5th in PIW at the first WGI regional of the season. United was paced by a 4th place finish in PA and 5th place finishes in GE and VIS captions. According to director Chad Moore, "We are very encouraged coming out of the regional. Unfortunately we were not at full strength for the weekend, but the show was very well received. The judging panel was great and we got some great feedback. We are looking forward to finishing our program "ONE." Look for United this weekend at Thomas Jefferson High School in Alexandria, VA.
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on the way UP
United Percussion made its long awaited WGI Coatesville Regional debut this past weekend. The unit's emotionally powerful program "ONE" was well received by United's local fans. United scored an 87.65 led by a strong showing in the General Effect caption. "We certainly hope that all those in attendance had an enjoyable experience. The kids really helped to bring the message to life. They have done a great job believing and communicating such a sensitive subject. We are going to continue to dig in and solidify the product for World Championships."
Look for United at their next performance at M.A.P.S. Championships on Saturday April 4, 2009.
UP named a top 10 marching moment of 2008!
United's spinning tenor gyro, was named by Halftime Magazine as one of the top Marching Moments of 2008. United Percussion's 2008 program "Fusion" featured tenor player Jeff Bickford while literally spinning in all directions.
It was always a crowd favorite and a lot of fun. Check out the story by clicking here.
United to Perform local clinic
Please join United Percussion this Sunday March 8th, 2009 at Noon for a community clinic and performance of their 2009 program "ONE." The clinic will be held at ST. JOSEPH'S REGIONAL SCHOOL
133 North Third Street, Hammonton, New Jersey 08037 and Admission is free. We hope to see you there. For directions please click on our directions page.
UP and away to the WGI Dayton Regional
Look for United to make its 2009 WGI debut this weekend at the Dayton Regional. According to director Chad Moore, although very early in the season, this regional provides a very valuable experience for our entire unit. It gives us a chance get an early read from the very best in the world and to perform with the very best in the world. Needless to say it does not hurt that championships are in the the same location. This years program revolves around a very important issue in our county and carries a unique message for all. We welcome everyone to come out and support the show. (For more information and directions go wgi.org.
READY...SET...GO!
United 2009 is off to the races. We are excited to begin the 2009 season and members have begun tackling the first chunk of the 2009 program. It is still not too late to be a part of the 2009 team.
New members are welcome to audition, however you must email us at info@unitedpercussion.net or fill out the member form on the audition page.
United Welcomes Brian Stockard and Mike Wyatt to The Team
United is very happy to announce the additions. Mike Wyatt is a former
member of United and will be instructing the
Rhythm Section/Pit. Brian joins UP from the "left" coast and will be
instructing the battery.
Please click here to check out their staff bio's.
United Percussion Welcomes Eric Kitcheman to The Team
United Percussion is very proud to announce the addition of Eric Kitcheman to the team. Eric is well known, well respected and his work speaks for itself. His knowledge and experience will undoubtedly help United continue its growth in World Class Competition. Eric will be heading and designing this year's visual program. For more information about Eric's background, please click the staff page.
Please click here to check out the staff bio's.
United Auditions a Success
"We are once again very happy with the level of talent that came out to audition for the 2009 unit. We'd like to thank all those who participated. From here we look to carry the momentum forward and hit the ground strong in November." If you are still interested in being a part of United 2009 please email info@unitedpercussion.net.
United Welcomes Darick Kelly and Brian Evans to The Team
United is very happy to announce the additions of Darick Kelly and Brian Evans to the 2009
team. Darick is a long time friend to the unit and staff and will be instructing the 2009 snare
line. Brian was a member of United's 2008 gold medal team and recently aged out after the
2009 World finalist team. Brian will be working with Christopher Johnson instructing the tenor
line. Please click here to check out the staff bio's.
Mike Nevin to Arrange for UP 2009
UP is happy to announce that Mike Nevin will be arranging for the 2009 team. According to Mike, "It's been nice helping UP the past 2 years as a consultant, the members and staff are the kind of people I really enjoy working with. But, It'll be great to be fully involved with arranging, design and teaching for the group. I've taken a couple year's hiatus from that level of involvement, which I had during the 11 years I worked with Blue Knights, so I'm glad to be getting back in full swing with an Independent World ensemble again." According to Unit Director Chad Moore, Esq. "Obviously Mike has been a big part of our success over the last 2 years and we are very happy to have him on our team. We are incredibly excited that he will be arranging for this years ensemble."
If you would like to be a part of United Percussion please click here.
Gearing Up 2009 - United Launches New Website
United would like to thank the good folks at Robintek for helping us launch our new Website! Robintek did an awesome job in the design and reorganization of our content. We are very thankful for their assistance. Look for United to continue to push its internet presence. For more information please email info@unitedpercussion.net.
United Featured in WGI AD
Did you watch DCI Live and Loud 5? If so, you were treated to WGI's latest Ad, "Bring it INdoors." Portions of United's 2009 program "Fusion," are used to close out the Ad. United would like to thank WGI for considering us in the Ad. If you wish to see the Ad, click here. For more information please email info@unitedpercussion.net.
United Featured in Halftime Magazine
United would like to thank the good folks at Halftime magazine for publishing a recent article on United in their "Gear UP" section of the magazine. The article features the Rotating Drum Racks used in UP's 2007 "Xtreme" show and the 2008 Fusion Program. The article also features United's Jeff Bickford and Gyroscope creator Ron Thorpe of 2 Cool percussion.
United on Tour!
Have you seen United on tour? If not, check us out at the DCI West Chester show and in the lot at DCI Allentown. You can also see serveral current and former members on tour with your favorite corps. United would like to give a big UP's to our touring members Alex Blake (Blue Devils); Mike Bishop, Matt Mozer, Jimmy Stelmach, Will Lancaster and Kelsea Murphy (Carolina Crown); Sam Ferrante, Rebecca Russ and Jules Scogna (Cadets); Chris Garay (Bluecoats); Jeff Bickford (BAC); Eric Carr, Chelsea Levine, Matt Anderson and Sarah Fabian (Jersey Surf); Zach Russ and Kimi T (Raiders); and Kevin Finnerty (Reading). For more information please email info@unitedpercussion.net.
