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THE EAST IDAHO COMMUNITY BAND
DR. DANIEL BALDWIN, CONDUCTOR
Great Music and a place to belong.
Who We Are
We are the premiere community band in the Idaho Falls community dedicated to inclusion, positivity, and service. The East Idaho Community Band is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels can come together to share the joy of music. We strive to create a positive and supportive space that encourages personal growth, artistic expression, and collaboration. Through the power of music, we aim to strengthen community bonds, celebrate diversity, and inspire a sense of unity and belonging for all members and our audience alike.
Our Vision
Our vision is to cultivate a vibrant, inclusive musical community where members are empowered to grow both as musicians and as individuals. We envision a space where people of all skill levels come together to explore their musical potential, build confidence, and foster personal development. By embracing diversity and nurturing positivity, we aspire to create an environment that encourages collaboration, celebrates creativity, and fosters a lifelong love of music. Through this shared journey, we aim to uplift one another, enrich our community, and inspire the world around us.
“In this community band, the joy of our music making is coupled with the joy of belonging. Together, we create something greater than ourselves.”
Band Member
★★★★★
“It’s amazing what happens when people from all walks of life come together to make something beautiful.”
Band Member
★★★★★
“Band nerds unite! We’ve got the music, the friendships, and occasionally… matching shirts.”
Band Member
★★★★★
“I joined to play music. I stayed because of the people.”
Band Member
★★★★★
“Dr. Baldwin lifts the room the moment he walks in. He makes us want to play better—not out of pressure, but because it’s just so much fun to follow his lead.”
Band Member
★★★★★
“He [Dr. Baldwin] has got a doctorate, international commissions, and a résumé a mile long—yet when he’s in front of us, it’s all about the joy of the music and the agony of bad jokes. That’s what makes him amazing.”
Band Member
★★★★★
Join the Band Today!
Current Season:
COLLABORATIONS
Dec
5
MUSIC FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Music by Cesarini, Hanssen, Hannickel, Hazo, Simmons, Stuart, Washburn
Dr. Dennis Reese, Trumpet Soloist
7:30 pm at Rocky Mountain Middle School,
Ammon, Idaho
MARCH
13
THE MUSIC OF JAMES BARNES
Sixth Symphony, Heart of America March, Autumn Serenade, Music from Girl Crazy
Kristen Bull, Oboe Soloist
Ted Burgess, Trombone Soloist
7:30 pm at Rocky Mountain Middle School, Ammon, Idaho
MAY
24
Cinco de Mayo
3 pm at Shilo Inn, Idaho Falls
More details soon
June
JUNE 10 – CONCERT ON THE RIVER
Presented by the Idaho Falls Arts Council
7:00 pm at the Greenbelt Stage, East side of the river between D and E Streets, Idaho Falls, Idaho
JUNE 14 – CONCERT AT FREEMAN PARK
Presented by the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Association
11:00 am at Freeman Park, Idaho Falls, Idaho
JUNE 16 – SPRING CONCERT AT THE COLONIAL THEATER
Music by Frackenpohl, Sparke, Spears, et. al
Dr. Matthew Morris, Bassoon Soloist
7:30 PM at the Colonial Theater, 450 “A” Street, Idaho Falls, Idaho
Rehearsal Schedule
March 2025
March 3, 10, 17, and 31 at Rocky Mountain Middle School
April 2025
April 7, 14, 21, and 28 at Rocky Mountain Middle school
How do I join?
Just show up to rehearsal with your instrument! We meet on Monday evenings at 7pm in Rocky Mountain Middle School.
When and how long are rehearsals?
We meet every Monday night at 7pm until 8:30pm, excluding most holidays and director requested days off.
Where do I park?
You may park behind the middle school across from the Praxium building. You will see cars parked there and people with instruments walking in. Just follow the crowd! You may also park in front in come in through the main double doors. All will be open.
Can I check out an instrument from the band?
Unfortunately, not at this time. We do have access to percussion instruments and equipment, but we do not yet own our own instruments to check out to members.
How do I get music to look at?
Come to a rehearsal and sit in! If possible, please email us with at least 48 hours advanced notice to give the best possible chance of having another folder ready for you upon your arrival.
What is the concert attire?
We wear concert black. All black dress shoes, dress socks, dress pants, button down black shirt (long sleeves preferred). Ladies may wear an ankle length black dress, if desired, or may wear the listed attire above.
PAST CONCERTS
What we’ve done!
3/13/2025 MUSIC OF JAMES BARNES (Music by James Barnes and J. Ed. Barat)
12/5/2024 AROUND the WORLD in 80 MINUTES (Music by Hazo, Cesarini, Stuart, Hannickel, Washburn, Hanssen, Simmons)
8/29/2024 SHOWSTOPPERS! (Music by Barker, Sousa, Holst, Grainger, Reineke, Spears)
6/7/2024 WHAT DO WE DO WITH A DRUNKEN SAILOR? (Music by Carter, Reed, Baldwin, Whear, Fillmore, Whitacre, Hull)
3/13/2024 STRUCTURES (Music by Osterling, McAllister, Reed, Forrest, Balmages)
12/6/2023 A FESTIVE CONCERT in collaboration with Anam Cara (Music by Allen, Baldwin, Rutter, Whitacre, Tin/Conway)
08/30/2023 SUMMER CONCERT (Music by Balmages, Ticheli, Holst, Barker)
06/17/2023 ZOO-LA PALOOZA! (Music by Ewazen, Whitacre, Standridge, Daugherty, Bukvich, Spineti, Sousa, Saint Saens/Curnow, Mancini/Stuart)
04/05/2023 BACK IN TIME (Music by Anderson, Doss, Erickson, Tchaikovsky/Goldman, Silvestri/Sweeney)
11/18/2022 VOICES (Music by Stamp, Erickson, Hazo, Latham, Sparke, Zimmer/Custer)
Dr. Daniel Baldwin, Conductor
One of the most highly sought after and widely performed composers in the world today, Dr. Baldwin currently serves as the conductor of the East Idaho Community Band and the band leader for the Jazz House Big Band.
A frequent guest conductor, he has conducted bands and orchestras across the country premiering works by internationally renowned composers such as Philip Sparke, Scott McAllister, Brian Balmages, and Eric Ewazen.
He holds the degrees of Bachelor of Music in Education from Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Alva, OK, Master of Music in Composition and Wind Band Conducting from Kansas State University, and a DMA in Composition and Orchestral Conducting from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. His primary composition teachers include Eric Richards and Craig Weston as well as additional studies with Max Ridgway, Eric Ewazen, and William Bolcom. His primary conducting teachers include Michael Knedler at NWOSU, Frank Tracz at Kansas State University, and Tyler Goodrich White at UNL as well as additional studies with Keith Lockhart.
Rehearsal Time/Location
Monday Night
7:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Rocky Mountain Middle School
4434 N. Ammon Road, Ammon, Idaho
Contact
Email
[email protected]
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Support the East Idaho Community Band
The East Idaho Community Band, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and we rely on the generous support of our community to continue sharing music throughout East Idaho. Your donations help us:
🎼 Purchase musical scores and equipment
🏛️ Cover venue rental costs
🎺 Support other essential band expenses
If you’d like to contribute, scan the QR code below to donate via PayPal, or visit PayPal’s website and send your contribution to our account: East Idaho Community Band.
Your donation may be tax-deductible under IRS Code Section 170. Thank you for supporting live community music!
