ABC American Band College

June 19 - July 5, 2025 - Ashland, OR

American Band College of Central Washington Univ. is the master's degree program that could change your career. Attend classes, clinics, and rehearsals as you learn more about your craft.

Play with master's students from all over the United States and work with Julie Giroux, Gordon Goodwin's Little Phat Band, Loras Schissel, Emily Threinen, Paula Crider, Travis Cross, Richard Saucedo, and more.

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Featuring Gordon Goodwin's Little Phat Band

The Gordon Goodwin Little Phat Band is a collection of 9 of L.A.’s best musicians. 2025 will be their first time at ABC... More info

Featuring Julie Giroux

Giroux is well known for her works for concert band, many of which have become standards in the repertoire. Her music has been recorded and... More information...

Featuring Richard Saucedo

Richard Saucedo is a freelance arranger and composer, having released over 300 marching band arrangements, concert band, and orchestral works as well as... More info

Featuring Emily Threinen

Emily Threinen is an Associate Professor of Music and serves as Director of Bands at the University of Minnesota School of Music in the Twin Cities. More info

Featuring Loras Schissel

As a composer and orchestrator, Loras Schissel has created an extensive catalog of over 500 works for orchestra, symphonic wind band, and jazz ensemble... More information

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ABC American Band College

Featuring Gordon Goodwin's Little Phat Band

Featuring Julie Giroux

Featuring Richard Saucedo

Featuring Emily Threinen

Featuring Loras Schissel

Getting Started Thinking about getting your masters?

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