The Vancouver Wind Ensemble (VWE) is an auditioned musical ensemble performing a repertoire of classic and contemporary music. Membership is selected for one concert season at a time. Sections are limited to preserve balance amongst the ensemble.

The Wind Ensemble is under the direction of Erin Hanson. Erin is a music educator and bassoonist. She grew up in Vancouver, graduating from Skyview High School “a long, long time ago.”

​Erin has a degree in K-12 Music Education from BYU and is currently working on a Masters of Music Education from Central Washington University. She currently teaches elementary music and middle school choir within the Vancouver Public Schools district. Erin has conducted the Concert Band for 9 years and counting!