Bands

Faculty

Robert Taylor is Professor of Conducting and Director of Bands at Northwestern University, where he holds the John W. Beattie Chair of Music.

Shawn D. Vondran is associate director of bands and conductor of the Northwestern University Symphonic Band.

Michael Parker is a conductor, clinician, and adjudicator and serves as Director of Athletic Bands at Northwestern University. In his role, he directs the “Wildcat” Marching Band, Basketball Band, Concert Band, and teaches courses in conducting.