The Battle Ground Community Band was founded in May 1993 by Glen Hansen, a retired Battle Ground School District band director. After 8 years of dedicated leadership, Glen moved from the area in 2001 and Jim Detchman, a retired Battle Ground School District band director and founding member of the band, assumed leadership. Jim directed the band until his death in 2012 following a battle with cancer. Jim Hill and Wayne Hodgins are currently serving as co-directors.
Many band members have been with us for many, many years. In fact, we have several founding members who have been with the group for nearly 20 years.
Many band members have been with us for many, many years. In fact, we have several founding members who have been with the group for nearly 20 years.