ARTISTIC STAFF
Robert Davis (He/Him)
Artistic Director
Robert Davis has served as Lead Artistic Director of Columbus Pride Bands since spring of 2017, having previously served as Assistant Artistic Director. Robert moved to Columbus and joined CapPride in the summer of 2015 after completing a Master of Music degree in Instrumental Conducting at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he studied with Dr. John Climer. At UWM he co-directed the Panther Pep Band, guest conducted with the Wind Ensemble, Symphony Band, and the University Band. and assisted with the administration of the band program. He previously completed a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education at Ohio University. Robert currently teaches high school band in suburban Columbus where he has the opportunity to work with an inspiring bunch of students each and every day.
Jennifer Olis (She/Her)
Assistant Artistic Director
Jennifer Olis is the Director of Bands in the Grandview Heights School District in central Ohio. At Grandview, Jennifer teaches the high school concert band, high school marching band, high school jazz band, eighth grade band, and assists with the fifth, sixth, and seventh grade bands. Prior to coming to Grandview, Jennifer taught for five years in the Logan Hocking School District in southeastern Ohio and six years at Muskego High School in southeastern Wisconsin. Under her direction, the Muskego High School Wind Ensemble performed at the 2009 and 2014 Wisconsin State Music Association Conferences. An avid supporter of new works for concert band, Jennifer has participated in several commissioning projects resulting in works by composers Viet Cuong, Zachary Koors, Taras Nahirniak, Michael Sweeney, and John Mackey. She is the recipient of The Ohio State University Outstanding Graduate Associate Award (2017), The Ohio State University Fellowship Award (2015), and participant in the National Band Association Young Conductor Mentor Project (2012). She earned her Bachelor of Music Education and Trombone Performance degrees from Ohio University and Master of Music degree in Wind Conducting from The Ohio State University, where she studied with Dr. Russel Mikkelson.
TONIGHT’S
GAMEMASTER
Gretta Goodbottom
Host
Gretta Goodbottom is a Columbus based drag artist centered at District West. A member of the “West” drag family, Gretta has produced and performed in many of Nina West shows, most recently touring the East Coast with her production “Sugar in the Tank.” A classically trained pianist, and professional costume designer, Gretta is unstoppable in the drag world. When not on stage you can find Que running worship at Peace Lutheran Church in Gahanna, on stage with Opera Columbus, or teaching classes at Capital University. Join her every Sunday at 5pm for “Don’t Tell Gretta,” a free piano cabaret featuring local singers at District West.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Directors
President Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary TJ Klopfstein
Eloise Jones
Bill Thacker
John Bir
Officers
Archives
Communications
Community Liaison
Marketing
Membership
Sales
Development
Web/Media
Stephen Phillips
Jeffrey Riggs
Donna Jacoby-Banks
Nat Hickman
Langston Pierce II
Jason Fulks
Zach Meyer
Nathan Russell
The Columbus Pride Bands is a proud member of the Pride Bands Alliance and the Association of Concert Bands
OUR FAMILY OF BANDS
PROGRAM
The order of tonight’s program will be decided by fate!
Concert Band
Highlights from Avengers Endgame
Music From How to Train Your Dragon
Erica Svanoe
Michael Brown
Arr. Sean O’laughlin
Music from Stranger Things Arr. Sean O’laughlin
Sir Galahad March Karl King
Spirit of the Dauntless Adrian B Sims
Zeus: King of the Gods Rob Romeyn
Wind Ensemble
All the Pretty Little Horses Andrew Boysen
Battle of the Frost Giants
Gandalf
Music from The Incredibles
Pilatus: Mountain of Dragons
David Marlatt
Johan de Meij
Arr. Jay Bocook
Steven Reineke
Star Wars Heroes Jerry Brubaker
Flute
Abigail Mason
Addy Bemis
Alexis Arvanitis
Andy Riggs
Ash Harmon
Cameron Ratliff
Devon Piskac
Eric King
Erica Wolf
Grace Lillie
Julian Deibel
Keragen Corpening
Miranda Bickert
Monica Madison
Monica Sortino
Rosena Trover
Sami Wallick
Vanessa Cox*
Oboe
Allie Fair
Kayla Forshey
Bassoon
Langston Pierce II*
Clarinet
Allison LeBorgne
Bailey Rodoski
Bethany Townsend
Brian Wisniewski
Chloe Knoll
Diana Colin
Eli Raver
Eloise Jones*
Emily Killian
Erin Engle
Isaac Dryer
Katie Lofton
Kayleigh Fisher
Keeta Jones
Kelsey Price
Lesly Day Brusoe
PERFORMERS
Concert Band
Clarinet (Cont.)
Mallory McNabb
Mark Harper*
Rebecca Faille
Susan Climer
Bass Clarinet
J.P. Thompson
Alto Saxophone
Angel Ault
Cagney Seay
Chiane Boom
Claire Heister
Diana Brooks*
Fletcher Sernaker
Maia Garbrandt
Rosie Massey
Tenor Saxophone
Caleb Griffith
Charles Cring
Charles M Cring
Donna Jacoby
Baritone Saxophone
Julia Quinn
Trumpet
Adam Lammers
Alex Vilkinofsky
A.J. Veneziano
Ashley Davis
Aubrey Yuzer
Dustin Starkey
Helene Roussi
Kevin Vaselakes
Samuel Richards
Spencer Litzenberger
Spencer Rucker*
Stephen Bohland*
Trenton Ashley
Zoe Bagal
French Horn
Colin Meckstroth
Gina Miller
Michael Lindner
Jeremy Helsel*
Rachael Zordan
Trombone
Betsy Cleland*
Blake Miley
Ellec Bisignano
Hannah Dickerson
Jack Sullivan
Jeffery Riggs
Joel Wallick
Jordan Young
Robbie Schelling
Tori Taylor
Euphonium
Jeremy Ogden*
John Climer
Matthiew Haines
Tuba
Jose Ayala
Kory Munk
Sarah Higginbotham
Tony Vitale
Percussion
Alyx Rose
Anna Lynn Winfrey
Emil Boyne
Gini Pikaart*
Natalie Jones
Sarah Hanna
* Denotes Section Leader
PERFORMERS
Flute
Andrea Avers
Chip Wendell
Christine Swoboda
Kali Ihrig
Lina Boughton
Braden Stewart, piccolo
Oboe
Jared Small, English horn
Zach Meyer
Allie Fair
Bassoon
Aaron Gilbert
Nat Hickman*
Clarinet
Carl Cummins
J.P. Thompson*
Ollie Wendt
Peter Breckenridge
Ryan Dickerson
Bass Clarinet
Jay Niedzielski
Wind Ensemble
Alto Saxophone
Deed Vann
Joshua Powell
Theo Gutchall
Tenor Saxophone
Nathan Stenner
Baritone Saxophone
Payton Andisman
Trumpet
Bill Baker
Jack Riggs
Jason Fulks
Jeremy Kaufman*
John Bir
French Horn
Chris Daniels
Jayden Kendall
Michael Lindner
Tony Killian
Trombone
Elijah Henkel
Julie Langenfeld
Mary Weckman*
Nick Weckman
Euphonium
Chip Gue
Jacob Lowry
Stephen Phillips
Tuba
Bill Thacker
Sarah Higginbotham
Percussion
Ender Stoker
Grace Lillie, piano
Steven Carpenter*
* Denotes Section Leader
UPCOMING EVENTS
Holiday Winds in Worthington, OH
November 30, 2025
Jazz Band Concert
February 14, 2026
Holiday Winds at German Village Lights
December 7, 2025
Spring Concert April 18, 2026 Support
SPONSORS AND DONORS
Silver Sponsors – $1000
Conductor – $1000+
Zachary Meyer
William Thacker
Director – $500+
Marsha Edwards
Safelite Auto Glass
Supporter – $250+
Beth and Stephen Cuff
Stephen and Michelle Davakis
Clay Parlette
Stephen Phillips
Elaine Puckett and Don Kincaid
Erin Stemm, Kevin Vaselakes, Josh Fox, Mary Weckman, Brian Finley, and TJ Klopfstein
Partner – $100+
Allison Baer
Tina Bickert
Heather M. Campos
Allie Fair
Ash Gillis
Krista Graham
Christy Miller
Jack Riggs
Kevin Vaselakes
Joseph Vericella
Mary and Nicholas Weckman
Chip Wendell
Ryan Wertz
Friend – $50+
Thomas Bilcze
Celia Canjura
Patrick Conley
Tessa Gatz
Wesley Jenq
Laquitha Jones
Devonie McLarty
Clay Parlette
Thomas Pikaart
Jeffery Riggs
Michael Squires in memory of Rahn Kanipes
Christine Swoboda
Emily Witt
GRANTS
Divas & Dragons has been made possible by a grant from the Ohio Arts Council. This grant helps us continue to fund our concert band performances at great local theater venues in Columbus, such as our concert today, here at the Lincoln Theatre.
We want to thank OAC, the Governor, and Ohio General Assembly for providing grant awards that support arts in Ohio.
Columbus Pride Bands is a nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. Your gift for which you received no goods or services, may be tax-deductible under current tax law. Please consult your tax professional.
SUPPORT THE BAND
Book an Event
Our family of bands can accomodate events large and small. Let us add music to your weddings, drag shows, holiday events, and pep rallies, and more!
Email info@columbuspridebands.org
Share Upcoming Events
Tag @ColumbusPrideBands in your photos and videos and share our upcoming concerts and community performances with friends!
Volunteer
There are many ways to support the bands through volunteering; from ushering to parade support, from social media to grant writing: we welcome your support!
Email info@columbuspridebands.org
Donate Directly
Kroger Community Rewards
Any transactions using your Shopper’s Card number associated with your digital account will be applied to the program, at no added cost to you. Kroger donates annually to participating organizations based on your percentage of spending as it relates to the total spending associated with all participating Kroger Community Rewards organizations.
Vist: kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards Search for: Columbus Pride Bands
SPECIAL THANKS
Mary Ann Brandt Cavan’s Irish Pub
The Columbus Foundation
Cover Illustration: Andrew Farley
Mary Weckman
Design: Jordan Edwards
The Worthington Partnership Harmony Project
Livestream: Aaron Gilbert and Kayleigh Fisher
Photography: Nat Hickman
