LeadershipGiovanni Teran
Executive Director
Giovanni Teran oversees all operations of Voltage Independent Percussion, from educational programming to organizational development.
Our Story
About Voltage
Built from the ground up in Eastern North Carolina — a nonprofit ensemble dedicated to excellence, community, and the transformative power of the marching arts.
Why We Exist
Our Mission
Voltage Independent Percussion exists to provide young performers ages 14–22 with world-class education and performance opportunities in the indoor percussion activity. Competing in WGI Independent A class, we believe that the discipline, teamwork, and artistry developed through marching percussion creates leaders — on and off the floor.
Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standard in everything we do — from rehearsal to performance.
Community
We are a family. Every member, parent, and supporter is part of the Voltage community.
Growth
We challenge every performer to grow — technically, musically, and as a person.
Integrity
We do the right thing, always. On the floor and off it.
2026
Founded
14–22
Member Ages
Nonprofit
Status
Eastern NC
Region
Our Story
Where We Come From
Voltage Independent Percussion was founded with a simple belief: that Eastern North Carolina deserves a world-class indoor percussion program. Too many talented young performers in our region had no local outlet for their passion. We built Voltage to change that.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, every dollar we raise goes directly back into the program — funding instruments, transportation, educational clinics, and scholarships for performers who need financial support. We are community-funded and community-driven.
The Team
Meet the Staff
Our educators bring decades of marching arts experience to every rehearsal.
Leadership
BatteryAaron Fowler
Battery Caption Head
Aaron Fowler leads all battery instruction — developing technical fundamentals and ensemble cohesion across the snare, tenor, bass, and cymbal lines.
BatteryPhillip Brown
Battery Instructor — Snare
Phillip Brown works directly with the snare line on technique, timing, and musical expression throughout the season.
BatteryMarc Garcia
Battery Instructor — Bass
Marc Garcia develops the bass drum line's technique, timing, and ensemble lock throughout the season.
BatteryTBD
Battery Instructor — Tenor
The tenor instructor position will be announced soon.
Front EnsembleAri Moore
Front Ensemble Caption Head
Ari Moore directs all keyboard, mallet, and pit percussion instruction — shaping the harmonic and melodic voice of the ensemble.
VisualMariela Teran
Visual Caption Head
Mariela Teran designs and teaches the movement and visual performance elements that bring the show to life on the floor.
Staff announcements are ongoing. Check back for updates as the 2027 season approaches.
Join the Family
Be Part of Something Electric
Auditions for the 2027 season are coming. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting out, Voltage has a place for you.