Band Leadership
Greg Vannoy
​Co-Founder of the Pensacola Bay Concert Band, holds a degree in Radiologic Technology, and in 2009 retired after 25 years in the medical field with 10 years being in Radiology healthcare management. In 2019, he performed in three different clarinet choirs at the international Clarinet Choir, with 367 members. He is the PBCB Administrative Director and recruits new members.
Tony Chiarito
Co-Founder of the Pensacola Bay Concert Band, holds a Bachelor's in Music Education from the University of West Florida, is a long-time member of the Pensacola and Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestras, and retired in 2018 after 36 years as Band Director at Baker School in Okaloosa County. He is Co-Conductor and Assistant Administrative Director, recruits new members, and serves as advisor for band repertoire, function, and organization.
Board of Directors
Tony Chiarito President & Co-Founder
Greg Vannoy Vice-President & Co-Founder
Carolyn Sutton Treasurer
Michele Werner Parliamentarian
Melissa Turner Secretary
Erin Haslag Librarian
Bruce Knecht Crew Chief
Michael LeFevre Membership
Martha Trammel Member-at-Large
Section Leaders
Lori Ripps Flute/Oboe/Violin
Stephanie Backes​ Clarinet
Alexis Lehnert-Kimbrell Sax/Horn
Danielle Miller Trumpet
Barry Finch Low Woodwinds
Brandon O'Gwynn Low Brass
Bryan Olson Percussion
Co-Conductors
Tony Chiarito
Garsche Roble
Tony Denaro
Connie Wilkes
Ann Leffard​
Jason Hobratschk​
Luis Roman
Dallas Roper
Earl Turner