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John Rosner, director of instrumental music at Elk River High School, takes the podium as the band’s 6th conductor.
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Rosner has demonstrated exceptional musicianship and leadership throughout his seven years there. The 1998 St. Cloud State University (SCSU) graduate has taken the ERHS bands to Europe, Hawaii and to many major festivals across the USA.
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His 140-student program includes three concert bands, two jazz bands, a percussion ensemble, marching band, pep band and pit orchestra. In addition, his groups receive superior ratings at Minnesota State High School League annual high school band contests. Currently completing a master’s degree in conducting at SCSU, Rosner’s honors include a Fellowship to the Art ofWind Band Teaching at the University ofMinnesota, student assistant conductor for the SCSU concert bands as well as for the NSCB.
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According to Rosner, “There is tremendous talent in this non-audition band, and I look forward to providing a challenging—and rewarding—year of music while nurturing the group’s well-known espirit de corps. NSCB is a fun group of people that really enjoy making music together.” He adds that the band will play a challenging, but rewarding, repertoire this year. The Melrose native began his musical career at the piano and specializes in brass performance with trumpet as his major instrument. He resides in Ramsey. Rosner replaces John Lace, director of instrumental music at Anoka High School who brought his tenure with the NSCB to a close by touring Norway in June.
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“Rosner’s youthful enthusiasm for our band is surpassed only by his musicality and leadership. We’re thrilled he’s our newdirector,” says Scott McCullough, new president of the NSCB. “We look forward to watching him take our group to the ‘next level’ of performance. He’s been a great asset to our band for the past two years, whether conducting our group, playing the euphonium or guitar, or assisting with concert logistics. He knows music, he knows our band, and we’re eager to perform under him. It’s going to be a great year for us all.” If you are interested in joining the group please come to one of our Monday evening rehearsals or email info@nscband.org
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