{"id":8485,"date":"2022-10-11T09:11:30","date_gmt":"2022-10-11T14:11:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/all-in-wisconsin-new\/?post_type=campus_story&p=8485"},"modified":"2022-10-11T09:11:30","modified_gmt":"2022-10-11T14:11:30","slug":"new-warhawk-marching-band-uniforms-take-wing","status":"publish","type":"campus_story","link":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/all-in-wisconsin\/story\/new-warhawk-marching-band-uniforms-take-wing\/","title":{"rendered":"New Warhawk Marching Band uniforms take wing"},"content":{"rendered":"

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For the first time in 13 years, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater\u00a0Warhawk Marching Band<\/a>\u00a0soared into Perkins Stadium with new uniforms, thanks to Glenn Hayes, professor of\u00a0music<\/a>, and uniform designer and alumnus Michael Cesario. The new uniforms, which feature a design that evokes the wings of a hawk, is the latest the two have collaborated on over the years.<\/p>\n

Since 1987, Hayes has served as the director of the UW-Whitewater Marching Band. During his tenure, hundreds of performances have energized not only Perkins Stadium but also famed Lambeau Field and stadiums hosting the NCAA Division III National Championship football games.<\/p>\n

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Pictured: Glenn Hayes, professor of music and conductor of the Warhawk Marching Band, announces the halftime performance that featured the band\u2019s new uniforms at Perkins Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere have been so many shows. Packers games, Brewers Opening Days, hosting State Show, Homecomings,\u201d said Hayes. \u201cAt many of these events we are able to connect with alums, share memories and hear how proud they are of what the band is doing now. Each year when new students are brought into the marching band family, I get the opportunity to see a special connection that only band members can know. The instant welcome and support for new members holds a special place in my heart.\u201d<\/p>\n

Cesario, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in theatre with a minor in speech in 1971, is also an alum of the music fraternity, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. Since graduating, he has built a notable career in design and is known for his work on Broadway, television, and repertory stages across the country. Recognized as a national leader in pageantry arts, Cesario is in demand as an adjudicator and clinician for high school bands nationwide and is responsible for creating the trademark uniforms of America\u2019s finest bands, drum corps, and color guards through FJM Inc., a uniform store based in Montgomery County, Ohio.<\/p>\n

\u201cLet\u2019s be clear, since the age of nine in 1957, I was consistently the worst musician in any group,\u201d said Cesario. \u201cBut sometimes the kid needs the band more than the band needs the kid. Participating gave me the experience to know that athletic fit and breathable fabrics would make us all more comfortable and flexible. Between band and theatre, I could combine the best of both worlds for better function and design.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The Warhawk Marching Band uniforms designed by alumnus Michael Cesario debuted on Saturday, Sept.10, 2022.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Hayes said Cesario asked him if he had any thoughts about the design this time around. \u201cAfter teasing him about finally asking me for input I said \u2018Maybe incorporate a wing idea.\u2019 He responded, \u2018Okay. Anything else?\u2019 I said, \u2018Yes. Make a statement.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

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Pictured: Emma Yeakley, a music major, fastens the strap of her shako on the practice field before the football game. The UW-Whitewater Marching band debuted new, redesigned uniforms at the home opener football game at Perkins Stadium on Saturday, Sept.10, 2022.<\/p>\n

\u201cGlenn and I explored several ideas, but we kept coming back to the abstract power of flight,\u201d said Cesario. \u201cThe hawk wing provides a strong visual component to represent a soaring hawk, but also shows how the elements of the band pull together from all over the campus, from all over the country, to become a singular ambassador of the university.\u201d<\/p>\n

The excitement for the uniforms has been universal and almost overwhelming.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe \u2018chatter\u2019 on social media has been surprising,\u201d said Hayes. \u201cThe number of interactions, shares and retweets is off the charts. When we debuted the final sketch at our banquet in December, the students literally cheered. It is a stunning design. It is a statement. The hawk wing concept on the front that carries up into the hat is pure genius \u2014 and pure Cesario. On the wall facing the stadium there is a banner that reads \u2018Powered by Tradition.\u2019 It\u2019s a statement about the legacy of our athletics programs. The marching band is also powered by tradition \u2014 one of excellence in performance. And we\u2019ve always been fueled by innovation. This uniform captures both perfectly.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The UW-Whitewater Marching band debuted new, redesigned uniforms at the home opener football game at Perkins Stadium on Saturday, Sept.10, 2022.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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For more information, visit the\u00a0Warhawk Marching Band website.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Edited by Kristine Zaballos<\/a>\u00a0| Photos by\u00a0Craig Schreiner<\/a><\/p>\n

Link to original story: https:\/\/www.uww.edu\/news\/archive\/2022-09-marching-band-uniforms<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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