I’ve been working for months to upgrade and renew my websites. Today, I’m officially launching my first new site: jce.ebernet.biz. I had to give up the previous .com address, but wanted to keep the ebernet handle, so here we are. This site will serve as my personal blog and website for my personal projects and …
WSW performance at Carnegie Hall on June 13!
Q: “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?”A: “Practice, practice, practice!” In my case, I guess that’s true — but it’s a lot more involved than that! I’ve been so fortunate over the past 4+ …
WSW returns Saturday at 8:00 pm!
My wonderful community wind ensemble, the Westchester Symphonic Winds, is performing again this Saturday evening at 8:00 pm at Tarrytown Music Hall. This wonderful program, “Polkas and Other Stories,” is filled with exciting and joyous …
WSW Concert Web Streaming on Sunday!
I’m thrilled to be leading the Westchester Symphonic Winds in our first concert since February 2020 this weekend on Sunday, November 14 at 3:00 pm. We have been rehearsing in half-ensemble sectionals since September and …
Emerging from the pandemic
I haven’t posted to my blog since January 2020 — before COVID-19 changed our lives — partly because of the pandemic and partly because of issues with WordPress. Fortunately, both issues are receding into our …
Farewell 2019, Welcome 2020!
End-of-year news I haven’t posted on my blog site since April 2018, and I’m way overdue. Having sent Christmas cards late (after the holiday) and with no newsletter this year, I thought it was about …
Double Milestones
WSW 30th Gala/my 10th year as conductor It’s hard to believe, but I’m completing my 10th season with the Westchester Symphonic Winds this season. And on May 12, the ensemble is celebrating its 30th year …
Framing Failure
I hope everyone enjoyed the Thanksgiving holiday. I have much to be thankful for: my family, friends, and the privilege of working with some of the nation’s finest musicians, near and far. My TEDx Talk …
Dec 17 2011
Midwest Clinic, Part 3
- By Curt Ebersole in Conducting, News, Slider
Today is my last full day here at the Midwest, and it was another day full of great events. I started the day with breakfast with my dear friend Scarlett O’Hara – yes, it is really her name – well, her maiden name. I have known Scarlett from my days as a 20-something free spirit …
Dec 16 2011
Midwest Clinic, Part 2
- By Curt Ebersole in Conducting, News, Slider
Thursday was full of many activities and events. I began the day working my way through the exhibits, spending time specifically at the Disney Music Festival booth (discussing our upcoming trip), SmartMusic (online practice application), and the various publishers. I attended an excellent clinic with Richard Floyd and the US Army Band, entitled “Do You …
Dec 15 2011
Midwest Clinic, Part 1
- By Curt Ebersole in Conducting, News, Slider
First, let me say that I love coming to the Midwest Clinic. For me, it is better than Homecoming in many ways. I get to see colleagues from all over the country and world, hear amazing concerts, and learn about the newest repertoire and instruments available in our amazing industry. My flight from LaGuardia to …
Nov 27 2011
Thanksgiving & La Bohème
- By Curt Ebersole in News, Slider
Many of us write at this time of year about the things for which we are thankful. This was a particularly wonderful Thanksgiving. My marching band performed to their full potential at the final Demarest-Old Tappan game (next year I’ll be home for the first time in 30 years!), I was able to share a …

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In 2012, I made the leap of faith to a new server, a new domain, and a new strategy. www.ebernet.biz is now a gateway to my new sub-domain sites:
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Westchester Symphonic Winds
- Rehearsal Monday at NRHS for Navarro & Cuong April 19, 2025 Curt Ebersole
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- Setup at 6:45, downbeat at 7:30 tonight March 31, 2025 Curt Ebersole
- Rehearsal Monday at TMH – possible late start! March 30, 2025 Curt Ebersole
Wind Conducting Symposium
- Two conductor spots added! March 2, 2024 Curt Ebersole
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- Mallory & Northshore coming to NY! May 5, 2016 Curt Ebersole
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