Marc Whitlock
Marc Whitlock (Livonia, MI) is a nationally respected music educator, clinician, and administrator with 35 years of experience building, leading, and sustaining high-achieving band programs across the country. From Marian Catholic High School (IL) to Hebron High School (TX) to the Plymouth-Canton Educational Park (MI), Whitlock has guided ensembles to several Bands of America Grand National Championship titles, multiple State Championship titles, and National Concert Band Festival appearances. His work consistently blends musical excellence with strategic program development and student-centered instruction.
Whitlock has been a leading force in the marching arts for four decades, serving as an instructor, designer, and consultant to elite ensembles such as the Academy, Blue Stars, The Cadets, Carolina Crown, The Cavaliers, Madison Scouts, Phantom Regiment, Santa Clara Vanguard, Star of Indiana, and the Troopers. His work has helped numerous corps reach DCI Finals, earn High Brass Awards, and capture World Championship titles. Whitlock also served as the music manager for the Tony and Emmy winning Broadway production of Blast! Whitlock was also the inaugural Chief Judge for WGI Winds and now works with various WGI percussion and winds groups, including world finalist Redline Percussion. Most recently, Whitlock was named an inductee into the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame Class of 2026.
Whitlock has authored numerous articles, trained educators and adjudicators, and serves as an Educational Clinician for various music companies. Known for his attention to pedagogy, passion for musical storytelling, and collaborative leadership style, Whitlock brings energy, expertise, and a servant heart to every event and opportunity in the arts.