Ryan Merlino
Ryan Merlino

Who am I?

Where am I from?

I was born and raised in Grand Junction, CO. I've lived in Denver, CO since 2021 and will be moving to Katy, TX in Fall 2024.

What do I do?

Music Production means I know how to write, record, mix, and master a song/album for commercial release. This gives me an amazing skillset to create your next Winter Guard Show Soundtrack!

Performing and working with The Blue Knights provided me a true understanding of the marching arts. I use my World Class experience to provide educational, logistical, musical, and visual expertise. Whether teching, consulting, or coordinating I want to help bring the best out of your program.

My name is Ryan Merlino! I'm an Independent Music Producer and Marching Arts Educator looking to bring my fun, upbeat personality and professional capabilities to your marching arts program.

Marching Experience

Grand Junction HS: 2014 - 2017

Colorado Mesa University:

Blue Knights Winds:

Blue Knights World Percussion Ensemble: 2022

Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps: 2022

Teaching Experience

Lakewood HS: 2022

Prairie View HS: 2023

Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps: 2023

Soundtrack Clients

Round Rock HS Varsity WG: 2024

Collage WG: 2024

Cumberland Valley HS Varsity WG: 2024

Cypress Woods HS: 2024

John H. Guyer HS WG: 2024

Marching Band
Marching Band
Winter Guard International
Winter Guard International

2019 - 2020

2018 - 2020

Color Guard & Winter Guard Collage Winter Guard
Color Guard & Winter Guard Collage Winter Guard
Marching Band Education
Marching Band Education
Drum Corps International Bands of America
Drum Corps International Bands of America

University of New Haven WG: 2025