
If you’re a drum corps fan, a percussion student, or a music educator, this is your chance to go beyond the lot and into the mind of one of the most influential writers in marching percussion.
π¬ First, check out this recent lot video from Stanford, CA, featuring the Santa Clara Vanguard warming up for their 2025 production, aVANt GUARD β
π₯ Watch on YouTube or view below:

π₯ Now, imagine seeing that full show performed live, while Paul Rennick β the composer and arranger behind it all β walks you through his writing process in real time.
Thatβs exactly whatβs happening on July 16, 2025 during our FREE livestream hosted by Ensemble Block.
And yes β youβre invited.
ποΈ Get a Closer Look at aVANt GUARD
During this exclusive Zoom event:
- πΌ The Santa Clara Vanguard percussion section will perform their 2025 show.
- π§ Paul Rennick will break down his writing process and artistic vision.
- β Attendees may get a chance to submit questions during the session.
Whether you’re a student, educator, writer, or superfan β this is the kind of access that rarely happens outside the stadium tunnel.
π How to Attend
This event is completely free, but space is limited to Zoom registrants.
π Go to http://ensembleblock.kit.com/pr-livestream-2025-07-16 and register to get your Zoom link.
Once you’re in, you’ll also unlock a special $50 discount on Paulβs full Video Masterclass, available only through this livestream promotion.
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Livestream Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
π Time: 1:00 PM Pacific / 3:00 PM Central / 4:00 PM Eastern
ποΈ Hosted on Zoom β link will be sent to your email after registering.
π Bonus: All livestream attendees who purchase the Video Masterclass will be invited to a follow-up Zoom Q&A session with Paul the very next day (July 17, Time TBD).
π£ Help Us Spread the Word
Know a fellow percussionist, band director, or Vanguard fan whoβd love this?
Send them the link: http://ensembleblock.kit.com/pr-livestream-2025-07-16
Letβs bring the marching community together for something truly special.