About PSW
Founded in 2008 by Phil Evans, the Pennsylvania Symphonic Winds (PSW) was created with the vision of providing an outlet for accomplished local musicians to perform exemplary music for the people of the Philadelphia area, while at the same time educating the public in the different genres of music.
Comprised of woodwind, brass and percussion players, the ensemble performs a wide array of music including classical favorites, 21st-century masterpieces, beloved showtunes and original compositions. The group endeavors to provide a consummate musical experience for all audiences from seasoned and discerning listeners to the musical layman.
Since its debut the PSW has performed concerts in the Philadelphia area entertaining audiences of all ages and all walks of life.
The PSW is comfortable and effective performing in a variety of venues, the most suitable being concert halls and theaters. It is also well suited to participate in and enhance fund raising events.
Who We Are
Photos Courtesy of Donna Higgins
Will B. Hillegeist – Music Director & Conductor
Flute & Piccolo:
Ray Brebach
Bob Carpency
Andrea Engler
James Rose
Faith Wasson
Not Pictured: Carolyn Giardini
Oboe:
Stephanie Benedict
Rachel Edwards
Bassoon:
Shannon Jarvis
Mike Millard
Brian Wilson
Clarinet:
Bob Blacksberg
Danielle Cullen
Jim Delikatny
Richard Foote
Chrissy Hower
Katherine Morrice
Kristin Nelson
Lorraine Selke
Al Skipper
Michael Smith
Caitlyn Stratman
Karen Temme
Saxophone:
Bill DeGothsier
Amy Delaney
Jeff Hart
George Moroney
Trumpet:
Don Kelley
Bret Mascaro
Justin McAdams
Morganne Piestrak
Todd Ridky
Not Pictured: Aaron Folmsbee, Brian Leonard
Horn:
Abigael Castor
Isaac Duquette
Sarah McAdams
Kim Newell
Franklin Stroble
Tracey Vigneau
Not Pictured: Rachel Braddick
Trombone:
Ron Evans
Karen Marvin
Tim Vigneau
Not Pictured:
Josy Conklin, Derrick Farrell, Ted Lenthe
Euphonium:
Brian Hunter
Mary Beth Kait
Tuba:
Tim Goman
Chuck Neidhardt
Percussion:
Tim Downey
Brittany Hassler
Bob Kirchner
Ryan Maule
Not Pictured: Scott Cullen, Chris Garrell
Piano:
Not Pictured: Allison Munn
Acknowledgements
The Pennsylvania Symphonic Winds would like to thank the following
institutions and individuals for access to their performance and rehearsal spaces and libraries:
Valley Forge Middle School
William Seaton & Michael Stefano, Bands, Valley Forge Middle School
Matthew Gibson, Principal, Valley Forge Middle School
Penncrest High School – Staff and Administration
Wells School of Music, West Chester University
Andrew Yozviak, Director of Bands, West Chester University
Christopher L. Hanning, Dean of the Wells School of Music