Jon Sutton was the director of the Greenwood Marching Woodmen for 24 years. 24 band seasons. 24 senior classes. 24 years of pushing the Greenwood music program, and his students, to strive for excellance. Mr. Sutton led Greenwood to their first ISSMA state championship. Many more would follow. But as other Greenwood directors have emphasized, [...]
In 1981 a change in leadership was taking place in the band department. On July 14, Superintendent Earl Blemker announced that the board had hired Gary Fields as the new director for the Marching Woodmen. Greenwood's new director would be available on August 1. Fields' undergraduate and graduate degrees are from Indiana State University. He [...]
Click here for a 4-page printable recap of the 2018 marching season, complete with photos, results, and thanks to all who made it happen!
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Marching season is a whirlwind of events. It can also be a little confusing, even for veteran band parents. So, as a public service announcement, here's a breakdown of 2018 events, classes, etc. Let's start with classes. Greenwood competes on the ISSMA Open Class circuit. This is the competitive circuit for seasoned Indiana bands. Open [...]
The 1976 - 1977 school year was filled with mixed emotions for the Greenwood band. The triumph of the Championship win at the State Fair was followed by the sadness at the departure of Director Herman Knoll. Add in the uncertainty when Knoll's replacement backed out at the last minute and you can see why [...]
Herman Knoll was the director of the Marching Woodmen at a pivotal time in their history. He began the legacy that the band still celebrates. Read the story on the Herman Knoll years by clicking here. Alumni from the Knoll years were reunited with their director at the 2017 Greenwood Community Band Festival on August [...]
There can be no doubt that when Greenwood Band Director David Van Veld departed in 1973, he left his successor in an enviable position. The band had increased in size and success during his tenure. For the first time, they had advanced to the Sweet 16 at the State Fair Band Day competition. Van Veld [...]
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Marching season is a whirlwind of events. It can also be a little confusing, even for veteran band parents. So, as a public service announcement, here's a breakdown of events, classes, etc. Let's start with classes. Greenwood competes on the ISSMA Open Class circuit. This is the competitive circuit for seasoned Indiana bands. Open Class [...]