Everett Hopper Jr. is a dynamic force in the marching arts, bringing over a decade of experience as both an elite performer and passionate educator. A proud product of the South Carolina marching community, Everett has dedicated his career to pushing performers beyond their limits while building programs rooted in excellence, discipline, and undeniable energy.

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He began band at Gaffney high school in the 7th grade as a percussionist and did that all the way through high school, then in college be became apart of the historic limestone university march band and limestone independent winter guard in 2015, Then he began his instructional journey at Gaffney High School for (8 years) before expanding his impact at Wade Hampton High School, where he developed a reputation for strong technique training, innovative choreography, and powerful visual storytelling.

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Now serving as the Director of Guards and Visuals at Chesnee High School, Everett leads with intensity and vision designing captivating performances and cultivating performers who move with confidence, precision, and purpose. His work emphasizes not just clean technique, but emotional connection and performance quality that demands attention.

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As a performer, Everett has marched with world-class ensembles including Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps (2016, 2017) and Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps(2015), along with standout performances in District winter guard (2016) and Paramount Winterguard (2026). These elite experiences fuel his high-performance teaching style and commitment to competitive excellence.

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Outside of the marching field, Everett resides in Boiling Springs, South Carolina, where he serves as a math interventionist at Hendrix Elementary School in Spartanburg School District 2 continuing his mission to inspire growth, confidence, and achievement in every student he teaches.

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Driven, passionate, and relentless in pursuit of excellence, Everett Hopper Jr. is committed to elevating the next generation of performers and leaving a lasting impact on the colorguard community!