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Band, Orchestra, and Choir
Band, Orchestra, and Choir
Read below to learn more about our teachers and programs!
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Teachers
Teachers
BAND DIRECTOR
Scott Winks received his Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Idaho and a Master of Science, Teaching from Portland State University. Scott has taught in the Evergreen Public School since 2001 when Shahala was a new school in the district.
Scott has been a member of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for over 20 years and is a freelance musician in the greater Portland, Oregon area. His main instrument is the trumpet. He also enjoys mountain biking on local trails and touring the back roads of Washington and Oregon on his motorcycle. Spending quality time with his family is his favorite thing to do.
At Shahala, Scott Teaches Jazz Band, as well as 6th, 7th, and 8th grade bands. He also teaches 5th grade beginning band at Fisher's Landing Elementary and 5th grade beginning orchestra at Columbia Valley Elementary.
"In the music department at Shahala, we strive to teach students that music has the ability to contribute to the quality of life in our school community through performing in school and public concerts."
ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR
Elizabeth O'Mara teaches 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Orchestra. She received her Masters in Education degree from Portland State University, and she also has a violin performance degree from the University of Oregon.
When she's not teaching, Liz plays with the Vancouver Symphony, Nova Northwest Orchestra, Portland Chamber Orchestra, and Vancouver String Quartet.
Liz enjoys teaching students all about the art that she loves! She believes music is so important for everyone to appreciate and to be a part of.
"It is so fun to see the growth each student makes on their instrument from the beginning of the year to the end of the year, to the end of middle school, and beyon. Orchestra rocks!"
In addition to music, Liz enjoys bicycling, baking, and makeup artistry, as well as riding horses, playing tennis, and reading books when she can!
CHOIR DIRECTOR
Taylor Klick teaches Choir and Musical Theater at both Shahala and Evergreen High School. She received her Bachelors in Music Education from Idaho State University.
"I love being able to spark the love of music in middle school-aged students. Creating fellow music nerds is so fun!"
Last year, Taylor and her husband welcomed their most adorable baby girl named Ember!
Taylor's other loves include the rain, fall, coffee, watching Gilmore Girls, and all things cozy.
Check out all the upcoming choir performances on the calendar below!
All Performances List
All Performances List
September 13, 2024: MVHS Football Game @ McKenzie Stadium 7:00 PM BAND
September 24, 2024: Band and Orchestra 5th Grade Orientation @ Shahala 6:30 PM BAND/ORCHESTRA
October 4, 2024: UHS Football Game @ McKenzie Stadium 5:30 PM BAND
October 16, 2024: 7th/8th Grade Band Fall Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM BAND
October 22, 2024: Orchestra Fall Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
October 23, 2024: 6th Grade Band Fall Concert @ Commons 7:00 PM BAND
October 24, 2024: Choir Fall Concert @ Commons 7:00 PM CHOIR
October 30, 2024: 8th Grade Orchestra w/ Pacific MS @ UHS auditorium 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
December 11, 2024: Choir Winter Concert @ Commons 7:00 PM CHOIR
December 13, 2024: 7th and 8th Grade Orchestra Vancouver Mall Community Performance field trip ORCHESTRA
December 17, 2024: Orchestra Winter Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
December 18, 2024: All Grades Band Winter Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM BAND
January 28, 2025: 7th Stage Band / 8th Jazz Band Jazz Night w/UHS @ Shahala Commons 7:00 PM BAND
February 5, 2025: 8th Grade Orchestra Future Titans Concert @ UHS 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
February 11, 2025: 8th Grade Band, Orchestra, and Choir to Fisher's Landing Elem during school day BAND ORCHESTRA CHOIR
February 12, 2025: 8th Grade Orchestra Future Thunder Concert @ MVHS 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
February 18, 2025: Band, Orchestra, and Choir to Illahee Elementary during school day BAND ORCHESTRA CHOIR
February 24, 2025: Future Eagles Band Concert w/ 5th Grade @ Large Gym 7:00 PM BAND
February 25, 2025: Future HS Freshmen Band Concerts Location/Times TBD BAND
February 27, 2025: Future Eagles Orchestra Concert w/ 5th Grade @ Large Gym 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
February 28, 2025: Music Department Picture Day during class time ALL MUSIC
March 7, 2025: 7th Grade Band to Columbia Valley Elem during school day BAND
March 11, 2025: District 7th Grade Orchestra Festival @ Wy'East MS Time TBD ORCHESTRA
March 13, 2025: Band Festival Preview Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM BAND
March 18, 2025: Orchestra LCRMEA Middle School Festival field trip ORCHESTRA
March 19, 2025: Choir Spring Concert @ Commons 7:00 PM CHOIR
March 20, 2025: District 8th Grade Band Festival @ Mountain View HS Time TBD BAND
March 21, 2025: District 6/7th Grade Choir Festival @ Union HS Time TBD CHOIR
March 25, 2025: Orchestra Spring Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
March 27, 2025: District 7th Grade Band Festival @ Cascade MS Time TBD BAND
March 27, 2025: District 8th Grade Choir Festival @ Mountain View HS Time TBD CHOIR
April 17, 2025: 6th Grade Band Field Trip to Oregon Symphony Orchestra BAND
April 15, 2025: 7th Grade Stage Band "Jazz n' Floats" @ Wy'East 7:00 PM BAND
May TBD, 2025: Shahala Showcase - Small Groups Only BAND, CHOIR, ORCHESTRA
May 3, 2025: Orchestra LCRMEA Middle School Solo and Ensemble Festival ORCHESTRA
May 6, 2025: 8th Grade Symphonic Band @ Newberg MS Band Festival in Newberg, OR BAND
May 14, 2025: 8th Grade Jazz Band "Just Desserts" @ Lacamas Lake Lodge 7:00 PM BAND
May 20, 2025: 7th Grade Stage Band / 8th Grade Jazz Band Final Jazz Night @ Commons 7:00 PM BAND
June 3, 2025: Orchestra Finale Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM ORCHESTRA
June 4, 2025: All Grades Year-End Band Concert @ Large Gym 7:00 PM BAND
June 5, 2025: Choir Pops Concert @ Commons 7:00 PM CHOIR
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