Vaca Peña and 

Will C. Wood Music 

Have you ever wondered if VUSD students can take music classes in middle and high school? Well you're in luck, because the answer is YES! Middle school and high school music classes are a ton of fun. In Band, Choir, and Orchestra, students learn how to master their instrument while also creating friendships, learning to work as a team, going on exciting field trips, and playing awesome music! Explore our programs below to get excited about music classes at Vaca Peña and Will C. Wood!

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Video: Why Middle School Music?

Middle school music class is the best! But don't just take our word for it--watch this video and hear from current middle schoolers about why they love band, choir, and orchestra!

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 WCW Wizard of Oz Pit Orchestra Plays "Jitterbug"!

Here's a behind-the-scenes peek into the pit orchestra's rehearsal for the 2023 Spring Musical!

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WCW Drumline Performs at Winter Wishes Rally!

In this short clip, watch Will C. Wood's award-winning Drumline perform for the entire school! 

  Will C. Wood Band and Orchestra Perform at Disney's California Adventure!

On April 15, 2022, the Will C. Wood Wind Ensemble and Chamber Orchestra combined to make the Symphony Orchestra and performed at California Adventure! Get excited elementary students--in just a few years you'll get the chance to perform at Disneyland too! Click on the video to watch the concert!

  Will C. Wood Marching Band Performs at the Santa Cruz Band Review Oct. 15, 2022



Follow the music programs on Instagram!!

Vaca Pena Band/Orchestra/Choir: @vacapenamusic

WCW Band: @wcwbands / @wcwdrumline

WCW Choir: @willcwoodchoirs

WCW Orchestra: @wcworchestra