WGI 2026 Percussion World Class performers break down the reality of Finals week, show design, and age-out season.

This episode features performers from Rhythm X, RCC (Riverside City College), United Percussion, and George Mason University Indoor Drumline — giving a real look inside the highest level of indoor percussion.

In this episode:

• How World Class shows evolve throughout the season

• Why top groups constantly rewrite and adjust their productions

• The difference between cleaning and designing at an elite level

• Finals week mindset and handling pressure

• The emotional experience of aging out

Panelists:

• Ari Chervony — United Percussion (Instagram: @ari_chervony)

• Eitan Chervony — Rhythm X (Instagram: @eitanchervony)

• Aud Sherrill — RCC (Instagram: @aud.sherrill)

• Lily Etzel — GMU (Instagram: @lilliannaetzel)

• Host: Stephen McCarrick (Instagram: @yeahbass)

• Guest Host: Anne Turner (Instagram: @anne.saber)

Follow the Ensembles:

• Rhythm X — @rhythmxinc

• RCC Drumline — @rccdrumline

• United Percussion — @unitedpercussion

• GMU Drumline — @gmudrumline

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Watch More:
Weekly Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT4vhEIgopl8XDO-pU3YOR77
Bonus Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL600p0k2IuT5c48Q_cvR1ATvbaQ1QGcN4

Sponsor:
Guard Closet — https://www.guardcloset.com