About Us
Our Mission
The primary objective of Horizon Arts is to provide learning and performance opportunities for youth and young adults that develop their character, leadership skills, artistry, musical ability, and selflessness.
Additionally, Horizon Arts strives to build a tradition of excellence that the organization will come to be known for; to appropriately represent the state of Utah and the performing arts nationally and worldwide; and to stimulate interest in the study and teaching of music and the arts.
Founded in 2019, Horizon Arts, Inc. is a non-profit organization based out of South Jordan, Utah, and is a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Horizon Winter Guard Update
Due to the personnel change in the administrative team, Horizon arts will not be fielding a winter guard for the 2025 season. Horizon Percussion will proceed as planned. Keep a lookout for the Horizon Guard in the coming seasons!
Meet the Team
Justin Taylor
Horizon Arts Administrative Director/President
Participating in the marching arts helped shape me into the person I am today. I want to make sure that I can create an environment where the next generation of students can experience those same opportunities and become the best versions of themselves. I aim to to allow other staff to do what they do best and not have to worry about what happens behind the scenes.
Maya Santa María
Horizon Arts Personnel Director
Music has always been a huge part of my life and I have been a part or surrounded by music since I was about 4 or 5 years old. I have been able to grow not only as a musician but also as a person through performing and teaching with Horizon Percussion and in the music world. I always aim to grow a love of music and performing but also help people grow as human beings. Being a part of Horizon itself is an honor because of what we strive for and stand for. I want to help ensure we upkeep the mission and help make Horizon a memorable experience for others just as it was for me!
Joshua Hendley
Founder/Horizon Percussion Director
As one of the founders and original directors of Horizon Percussion, Joshua wanted to give kids one of the most amazing experiences of their lifetime and to have their time at Horizon and inspire them to be the best people and musicians they can be.
Shad Woffinden
Founder/Horizon Percussion Asst. Director
Horizon Percussion is the brainchild of Shad. After noticing a void in the indoor percussion activity in Utah Valley, he took it upon himself to create an opportunity for youth and young adults to experience the competitive indoor percussion activity. In the summer of 2019, he built a team of designers and educators to help create Horizon Percussion. He has been with the ensemble since its inception and continues to lead it to new heights.
Elsa Woffinden
Horizon Arts Brand Manager
As a teacher of the marching arts, I love what Horizon stands for and does. It brings together talented people from all over to create something incredible. I aim to expand the reach of Horizon to increase the musical education of young adults throughout Utah and create unique opportunities for members of the marching arts community and Horizon members.