Thomas Wharton
Front Ensemble

Thomas Wharton is excited for his 5th season with Redline.

A native to Michigan, Thomas graduated from Lake Orion High School and attended Oakland University, studying Philosophy and Music. Thomas currently works with Redline, The Academy Drum & Bugle Corps, Dakota Combined Schools, Huron Valley Percussion, Ferndale, and Chippewa Valley. As an instructor, designer, and arranger, Thomas has been instrumental in Dakota Combined Schools' rise to competitive prominence, achieving 5th place in Percussion Scholastic A at WGI FInals in 2025. Thomas also formerly served as Percussion Director at Lake Orion High School, leading the ensemble to their first ever State Championship in PSO. Thomas' teaching history spans many other groups, including Plymouth Canton Educational Park, Cap City Percussion, The Cascades Drum and Bugle Corps, Southgate Anderson, Hastings, and Lamphere.

As a marching member, Thomas marched The Cavaliers, Carolina Crown, Northcoast Academy, and Cavaliers Indoor. Today, he continues performing with the Macomb Symphony, Warren Symphony, Oakland Symphony, and other local ensembles.