Joe Kuerzi

Inducted: 2012

The percussion caption of the Michigan Color Guard Circuit simply wouldn’t be what it is today without the contributions of Joe Kuerzi. Joe was instrumental in the beginning of the percussion activity in MCGC and served as the first percussion representative to the board where he remained active for several seasons in that role. As an instructor and director, many of his groups have become state champions and national finalists, always becoming better with his involvement. They have included Phantom Regiment, Northern Aurora, Americanos, Kiwanis Kavaliers, Novi, The Diddle Dogs, Southgate Anderson, East Side Fury, Ferndale, Arthur Hill, and North Farmington Concert Ensemble and the Farmington United Percussion Ensembles. Joseph Kuerzi is a living history of MCGC percussion. He has mentored many current instructors, designers, and participants, all of whom recognize his ability to open the door for countless people to become involved in our activity, and learn valuable life lessons along the way.