With Kenneth Ayoob’s anticipated retirement in December, the Scotia Band is announcing its search for a new conductor – or co-conductors – to begin in January 2026.

The band has had only four conductors during its 52-year history -- Fennell (1952-61), A. Clyde Roller (1962-64), Donald Hunsberger (1965-2002) and Mark Davis Scatterday.

Western Springs Elementary District 101 band student Drew Escamilla loved the chance to get instruction from a conductor with more than 40 years of experience in music. “It’s pretty cool ...

FORT BENNING, Ga. - The Maneuver Center of Excellence Band welcomed a new leader Monday. CW4 William Brazier Jr. succeeded CW4 Fred Catchings as commander and conductor in a ceremony presided over ...