BE EXTRAORDINARY
Étude Winter Guard was founded in the fall of 2004 in Rock Hill, SC, to fulfill a need for an independent performance ensemble in the greater Charlotte metropolitan area. In the years since, Étude has brought its commitment to excellence and drive to be extraordinary to the international stage.
ÉTUDE HOLIDAY GIFT SHOP
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Explore the Étude Holiday Gift Shop for festive apparel, stylish accessories, and unique keepsakes that celebrate your love and support for Étude Winter Guard. Find something special for every fan on your list!
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Étude Holiday Crew Neck Sweater
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Étude Acrylic Ornament
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2024 Étude Cast Puzzle
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Sherpa Blanket
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OUR HISTORY
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2005
Here Comes the Flood
CWEA Independent A Class Champion
WGI Independent A Class Semi-finalist -
2006
Yesterday
CWEA Independent A Class Champion
WGI Independent A Class Champion -
2007
Kaleidoscope
CWEA Independent Open Class Champion
WGI Independent Open Class Finalist -
2008
Dark Road
CWEA Independent Open Class Champion
WGI Independent Open Class Finalist -
2009
Ransom Note
CWEA Independent Open Class Champion
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2010
Lost
CWEA Independent Open Class Champion
WGI Independent Open Class Finalist
WGI IO Fan Favorite -
2011
Pure Imagination
CWEA Independent World Class Champion
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2012
Silent All These Years
CIPA Independent World Class Champion
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2013
Shake The Dust
CIPA Independent Open Class Champion
WGI Independent Open Class Finalist -
2014
At The Table
CIPA Independent Open Class Champion
WGI Independent Open Class Finalist
WGI IO Fan Favorite -
2015
Thread By Thread
CWEA Independent Open Class Champion
WGI Independent Open Class Silver Medalist
WGI IO Fan Favorite -
2016
Contact
CWEA Independent World Class Champion
WGI Independent World Class Semi-Finalist -
2017
In The Shadow Of Addiction
CWEA Independent World Class Champion
WGI Independent World Class Semi-Finalist -
2018
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CWEA Independent World Class Champion
WGI Independent World Class Finalist -
2019
The Bloom May Be Brief
CWEA Independent World Class Champion
WGI Independent World Class Finalist -
2020
In The Company of Crows (World)
All I Need (A)
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2021
Étude: A Study in 6 (World)
Never Break (A)
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2022
Unicorn (World)
CWEA Independent World Class Champion
WGI Independent World Class FinalistA Wonderful World (A)
CWEA Independent A Class Champion
WGI Independent A Class Finalist -
2023
Fall Seven Times (World)
CWEA Independent World Class Champion
WGI Independent World Class FinalistThe Very Thought Of You (Open)
WEA Independent A Class Champion
WGI Independent Open Class Silver Medalist -
2024
Those Days Are Gone
CWEA Independent World Class Champion
WGI Independent World Class Silver Medalist
OUR SPONSORS
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FJM: Fred J. Miller Inc.
Étude Winter Guard is proudly sponsored by Fred J. Miller Inc. We extend our gratitude to Byron Valentine and the FJM team for providing us with best-in-class costume and flag silk design and production.
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DPG: Digital Performance Gear
Étude Winter Guard is excited to announce our partnership with Digital Performance Gear for the 2025 season! We are grateful to DPG for providing the floor cover for our program and for their support in bringing our vision to life.
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The Carolina Arts Collective
Étude Winter Guard is proud to be supported by the Carolina Arts Collective, an organization dedicated to enriching and nurturing the artistic growth of students throughout the Carolinas.
SUPPORT ÉTUDE
Show your love for Étude Winter Guard by checking out our newly launched merch collection! Every purchase directly supports our organization, helping us grow and provide for our dedicated members. Your support makes a difference—thank you for being part of the Étude family!
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"Baetude" Barbie Crop Top
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"Baetude" Longline Sports Bra
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Women’s Recycled Athletic Shorts
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Quarter Zip Pullover
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Arm-Print Cropped Hoodie
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Embroidered Sweatshirt
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Sweatshirt
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NEWS & UPDATES
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Étude Winter Guard Announces Continued Partners...
Rock Hill, SC & Miamisburg, OH – Étude Winter Guard Announces Continued Partnership with Fred J. Miller, Inc. (FJM) Following a historic season, Étude Winter Guard is proud to partner with...
Étude Winter Guard Announces Continued Partners...
Rock Hill, SC & Miamisburg, OH – Étude Winter Guard Announces Continued Partnership with Fred J. Miller, Inc. (FJM) Following a historic season, Étude Winter Guard is proud to partner with...
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Recap: 2025 Cast Auditions
We're thrilled to share that our audition process has wrapped up, and what an incredible journey it's been! We were blown away by the amazing talent that came our way,...
Recap: 2025 Cast Auditions
We're thrilled to share that our audition process has wrapped up, and what an incredible journey it's been! We were blown away by the amazing talent that came our way,...
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Introducing the 2025 Étude Winter Guard Staff: ...
As we celebrate Étude Winter Guard’s 20th anniversary season, we honor the journey that began in Rock Hill, SC, in the fall of 2004. Founded to provide an independent performance...
Introducing the 2025 Étude Winter Guard Staff: ...
As we celebrate Étude Winter Guard’s 20th anniversary season, we honor the journey that began in Rock Hill, SC, in the fall of 2004. Founded to provide an independent performance...