A Band for Everyone
The Woodland Community band was founded in 2005 by music director and band leader Bobby Rogers. Rogers, a Woodland native, currently serves as the head of the music department at Pioneer High School in Woodland. The band performs 5 or 6 concerts annually and is supported by the Woodland Music Boosters.
Calling All Musicians!
Photo Bill Hollingshead
Are you a musician in search of a band? Do you have an instrument that’s been collecting dust in your closet for years (maybe decades) and you’d like to try playing again? Then the Woodland Community Band is for you! All musicians are welcome regardless of skill level. Our members range from high school students to senior citizens and we’re all in it for fun. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. in the Pioneer High School band room (on the North side of campus behind the basketball courts).
Photo Bill Hollingshead REHEARSAL ETIQUETTE
Performing instrumental music ensembles, whether orchestras or bands, such as The Woodland Community Band, generally adhere to established standards of behavior for public performances and for rehearsal efficiency. These standards date back to the 1400's, and have thus proved their worth by their longevity in performing ensembles. Following is an abbreviated compilation of ensemble etiquette. These six items pertain to rehearsal and performance etiquette for any instrumental music ensemble.
1. Be ready to rehearse/perform at the scheduled starting time. This usually means arriving early enough to set up, warm up, and tune, before the start of the rehearsal or performance.
2. The order of music is listed prior to rehearsal. Have your music ready as quickly as possible.
3. Pay close attention to the conducting and verbal directions of the person conducting the ensemble, including ceasing to play when so directed. This includes not talking or playing when the conductor is trying to give directions.
4. Mark your music in PENCIL Only. This saves a lot of rehearsal time and allows for different interpretations in future music uses without destroying it.
5. Come to rehearsal with your part prepared. There is little time between concerts to prepare music. Every part is important, whether 1st or 4th.
6. Visit the website frequently for updates/changes to events.
