THE BAND
Meet the Band
The Haywood Community Band is a joyful blend of generations and life experiences, united by a shared love of music. Our members range from talented middle schoolers to inspiring nonagenarians, bringing with them rich backgrounds in medicine, education, business, the arts, military service, ministry, hospitality, and more. Some are seasoned professionals; others are picking up their instruments again after decades away. What unites us is a passion for playing, a commitment to community, and the simple joy of making music together — for ourselves, our audiences, and the place we call home.
* denotes section leader
Flutes & Oboes
Sarah Cifani*
Amanda Graf
Sally Jamieson
Jess Murray
Jane Newmeyer
Barbara Rearden
Beth Thompson
Pamela Baker (oboe)
Ann Valle (oboe)
Saxophones & Bassoons
Rhonda Kram (Vice President) *
Bob Brown
Lavonne Casey
Omri Conrad
Bruce Henderson
Hannah Leeper
Pam Michael
Pam Randall
Erin Ryan
Lee Goodhew (bassoon)
French Horns
George Kenney (President) *
Laurie Gower
Alexandra Houle
Lexi Hurley
Lori S. Lathrop
Roy Schaberg
Doug White
Bella Williams
Clarinets
Richard Ploch (media)*
Martin Best
Melony Bolden (publicity)
Patricia Bricker
Bruce Buchanan
Sheila D
Matthew Hanson
Karen Hollingsworth
Paula Johnson
Karen Jones
Kimberly McClure (website)
Janet Pressley (Secretary)
Nancy Toney
Conrad Coulter (bass clarinet)
Dan Yearick (bass clarinet)
Trumpets & Cornets
Mike McGrew *
Jim Graber
Julie Howard
Peter James
David LeMay
Mace Loock
Dave Michael
Patrick Moore
Bryton Sams
David Teague
Sherry Trout (librarian)
Rick Wilson
Trombones
Larry Trout (Treasurer)*
Ron Bumgarner
Paul Draper
Tim Moe
Stephen Parris
Bob Reid
Low Brass
Brett Anderson–(euphonium)
Willie Hubbard (euphonium) *
Chuck Dayton (euphonium)
Ben Hancock (euphonium)
Sandy Boone (tuba)
Bonnie Gordon (tuba)
Rob Johnson (tuba)
Jim Juhnke (tuba)
Percussion
Jenna Misch (Associate Conductor)*
Bill Glad
Joy Hearn
Mikey Hernandez
Robby Reitzel
Addie Schmersahl
Chelsea Smith
Marcus Thompson
Featured Members
Rehearsal Schedule & Location
We practice weekly on Thursday evenings from 7PM-9PM, March through December, at Long’s Chapel in Waynesville.
How to Join
Contact HCB by leaving us a message via email at haywoodband7@gmail.com. Tell us a little about yourself including your instrument and experience. We will get back to you and give you details on how to visit the band during a rehearsal to see if it’s the right fit for you. There are no auditions to join the band. You just need time for rehearsals and concerts and love making music with your neighbors and giving back to your community.
The Board
George Kenney, President
Rhonda Kram, Vice President
Larry Trout, Treasurer
Janet Pressley, Secretary
Melony Bolden, Publicity
Karen Hollingsworth
Sherry Trout, Librarian
Dave Michael
Pam Randall
