About the Conductor and Band
The Castro Valley Community band is a 60-piece, all-volunteer concert band based in Castro Valley, California. It is conducted by Kathleen Maier.
Kathleen Maier
Conductor Kathy Maier (née Morelli) received her early education in Castro Valley and graduated from Skyline High School in Oakland. She attended Holy Names College and San Francisco Sate University, where she majored in music and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and a teaching credential. Following graduation she taught instrumental and vocal music in the Oakland Public Schools for nine years, and has taught in the San Leandro Public Schools for many years. She also conducts the Hayward Municipal Band and is an accomplished flutist, double bass player, and singer.
The Band
Coming soon: historical information about the band.
The Castro Valley Concert Band - predecessor to today's Castro Valley Community Band - photographed circa 1956. Photo courtesy of Gerard Hauck.