Central Washington University Bands

Central Washington University Bands Welcome to the official page of the Central Washington University Band program! LEARN. DO. LIVE.

Consisting of the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, Symphonic Band, Wildcat Marching Band, and Pep Band, the Central Washington University Band program has a long history of musical excellence and is recognized throughout the Pacific Northwest as one of the region’s finest band programs.

CWU Bands was honored to welcome composer-in-residence Dr. James M. David to campus for a week of collaboration, learnin...
06/07/2026

CWU Bands was honored to welcome composer-in-residence Dr. James M. David to campus for a week of collaboration, learning, and music-making that left a lasting impact on our students, ensembles, and broader music community.

Throughout his residency, Dr. David worked closely with the Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble, culminating in performances of three of his compositions, including his Symphony No. 2, "The Road is Life." He also spent time with our graduate wind band conducting students, leading discussions on composition, commissioning, leadership, and the profession.

While the music itself was extraordinary, it was Dr. David's presence that made the week truly transformative. His generosity, humility, authenticity, and commitment to students created meaningful connections that extended far beyond the rehearsal hall.

Reflecting on the residency, Director of Bands Dr. T. André Feagin shared:

"Your (Dr. David) residency was everything I hoped it would be and more. The impact you had on our students, our ensembles, and our entire music community was profound. While your music served as the catalyst that brought us together, it was your kindness, humility, generosity, and authenticity that left the deepest impression."

For CWU Bands, the residency served as a powerful reminder of what can happen when great music and great people come together. Students experienced firsthand the creative process behind new music while witnessing an artist whose excellence is matched by his character.

We are deeply grateful to Dr. David for sharing his time, artistry, wisdom, humor, and friendship with our program. His visit was one of the defining experiences of our year, and its impact will continue to resonate throughout our ensembles for years to come. Thank you, Dr. David, for an unforgettable week at Central Washington University. 📸 Tyler White

The smiles and thumbs-up in this picture say it all.That energy comes on the heels of another successful week of rehears...
05/30/2026

The smiles and thumbs-up in this picture say it all.

That energy comes on the heels of another successful week of rehearsal. As we move toward the end of the academic year, the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble are preparing to share the results of a year filled with growth, dedication, and meaningful music-making.

Join us for our final performances of the year as all three ensembles take the stage:
• Concert Band & Symphonic Band — June 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM
• Wind Ensemble — June 4, 2026 | 7:00 PM

We hope you will join us as we celebrate an outstanding year of music-making at Central Washington University. https://www.cwu.edu/about/media-resources/news/2026/05/cwu-bands-and-wind-ensemble-to-host-end-of-year-concerts-next-week.php

On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the CWU Concert Band and Symphonic Band will present their final performances of the academic ...
05/28/2026

On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the CWU Concert Band and Symphonic Band will present their final performances of the academic year. This exciting evening of music will celebrate the artistry, growth, and dedication of our student musicians through a diverse and engaging program of wind band repertoire.

The concert will open with the CWU Concert Band under the direction of Kyle Edwards, featuring works that span musical traditions, styles, and eras. The ensemble will also feature second-year master’s conducting student Eric Mills, highlighting the outstanding emerging artistry within the program.

The second half of the evening will feature the CWU Symphonic Band under the direction of Dr. T. André Feagin. This program combines foundational masterworks of the wind band tradition with powerful contemporary compositions by composers including Peter Mennin, Percy Grainger, Jennifer Jolley, Philip Sparke, and guest composer-in-residence, Dr. James M. David.

Enjoy this clip of the Symphonic Band in some of their final preparations for next week’s performance. We hope you will join us for this special evening of music-making.

CWU Bands was delighted to host the Heatherwood Middle School Band on campus today! The ensemble spent time in clinic wi...
05/28/2026

CWU Bands was delighted to host the Heatherwood Middle School Band on campus today! The ensemble spent time in clinic with Director of Bands, Dr. T. André Feagin, and observed a portion of rehearsal with the CWU Symphonic Band.

Under the direction of Lesley Moffat, these young musicians demonstrated outstanding preparation, musicianship, professionalism, and enthusiasm throughout their visit. They were an absolute joy to collaborate with, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share music-making together once again this year.

Thank you for spending the day with us, Heatherwood Middle School Band — always a great treat!

Happy Friday! Today, the Central Washington University Bands was delighted to host the North Tapps Middle School Band (P...
05/15/2026

Happy Friday! Today, the Central Washington University Bands was delighted to host the North Tapps Middle School Band (Pablo Hernandez, director) and the Mariner High School Band (Christopher Angelos, director) on the CWU campus.

Both ensembles participated in music clinics with Dr. Feagin, CWU Director of Bands, and brought tremendous energy, focus, and musicianship to their time on campus. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with these outstanding students and directors and wish them continued success on their musical journeys.

Thank you for visiting Central Washington University Bands.

The CWU Wind Ensemble is just a few weeks away from presenting its final concert of the academic year titled, The Road I...
05/15/2026

The CWU Wind Ensemble is just a few weeks away from presenting its final concert of the academic year titled, The Road Is Life. The program reflects a year of musicianship, growth, collaboration, and community.

We invite you to join us on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Hertz Concert Hall for an evening of powerful and meaningful music-making. The ensemble is honored to welcome award-winning composer Dr. James M. David as composer-in-residence. During the week of the performance, Dr. David will work closely with the ensemble in preparation for a featured performance of his Symphony No. 2 “The Road Is Life.”

This concert will also mark the final concert of Dr. T. André Feagin as Director of Bands at Central Washington University. We hope you will join us for this special and memorable evening as we celebrate the joy and power of music.

Today, Central Washington University Bands was thrilled to host the Anacortes High School Band on campus for a day of co...
05/15/2026

Today, Central Washington University Bands was thrilled to host the Anacortes High School Band on campus for a day of connection and conversation.

During their visit, the students participated in a half-hour Q&A session with Dr. T. André Feagin, exploring topics that extended far beyond the rehearsal room. In addition to learning more about the band program and ensemble opportunities at CWU, students engaged in thoughtful discussion surrounding work ethic, discipline, practice habits, leadership, and preparing for life after high school.

Many thanks to Mr. Barry Janicula (Director of Bands) for allowing us the opportunity to connect with such an outstanding group of young musicians. We truly enjoyed our time together and look forward to seeing the Anacortes students again soon.

Central Washington University Bands was thrilled to welcome the Pacific Cascade Middle School Band to campus today! The ...
05/09/2026

Central Washington University Bands was thrilled to welcome the Pacific Cascade Middle School Band to campus today! The ensemble participated in a clinic with CWU Director of Bands Dr. T. André Feagin and brought tremendous energy, focus, and enthusiasm throughout their visit.

It was a true pleasure to connect with these outstanding young musicians and share in their musical growth. Special thanks to Mr. Philip Dungey for bringing his students to campus and allowing us the opportunity to work with such a fantastic group.

The CWU Wind Ensemble closed another intense and rewarding week of rehearsal with a continued commitment to communicatio...
05/08/2026

The CWU Wind Ensemble closed another intense and rewarding week of rehearsal with a continued commitment to communication, clarity, and musical intent.

Following rehearsal, the ensemble engaged in an interactive session with Dr. Feagin titled "Sound, Source, and Intent," a conversation centered on connecting self-expression to the deeper human experiences within our repertoire, and exploring how intention and communication shape meaningful artistry.

Powerful musical presentation begins long before the performance. It begins with understanding, purpose, and connection. Save the date: 6.4.26.
📸 Tyler White

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