MISSION STATEMENT
Supporting amateur musicians in the local community by providing music education and opportunities to play and perform.
To promote music appreciation, cultural enrichment, and entertainment through free public concerts in the community.
Music for the masses
Serving hundreds of community members just like you, all year round.
3+
concerts per year
Performances occur throughout the Fall and Spring Semester, with concerts generally occurring in November, March, and May. You can find a full list of upcoming concerts here.
50+
Band Members
The group’s diverse collection of woodwind, brass, and percussion players cover numerous professions and training backgrounds, with ages ranging from twenty-somethings to octogenarians. The organic nature of the membership, exciting repertoire and strong direction have kept WCW flourishing through the seasons.
40
Years performing in the community
West County Winds has been performing throughout the East Bay since 1985. Starting at El Cerrito High under the direction of former Band Director, Terry Clark, the band has transformed over the years to today, where the group is led by Geoffrey Gallegos.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SUPPORT
West County Winds is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and is supported in part by being offered as an official course at Contra Costa College.
WCW thanks all of you who have helped us in the past and asks for your continuing support by your becoming a: