This clinic session Invites educators to explore practical and effective techniques for guiding concert bands composed of diverse student populations. Unlike the performances often showcased at conferences, this session provides a realistic portrayal that closely aligns with the everyday challenges and triumphs encountered by music educators in their classrooms. The ensemble featured in the session is the James Monroe High School Wind Ensemble. James Monroe High School is a 100% Title 1 School in the Los Angeles Unified School District. The clinician will be none other than Dr. Larry Stoffel, Director of Bands from California State University Northridge.
Target Audience
Band Directors of all levels
Additional Notes
Clinician Info
Ryan Gonzales
Monroe Community of Schools Visual and Performing Arts Academy
Ryan Gonzales is the current Director of Bands at James Monroe High School and the Director of the Monroe Community Schools, Visual and Performing Arts Academy. Mr. Gonzales is an advocate in the Monroe Community helping to provide comprehensive arts education to all students K-12, while also leading the award winning James Monroe High School Wind Ensemble. Mr. Gonzales is a founding member of the Monroe Community Fine Arts Conservatory and also serves as a guest clinician throughout the Southern California area.