Before Central’s band room was renovated, band director Joel Ashbrook found it challenging to instruct students effectively about attacks, releases and articulation. Like most school rehearsal rooms, Central’s was acoustically dry, lacking any resonance or ambiance. The VAE Technology now provides alternatives.

“The VAE Rehearsal System really helps my day-to-day teaching,” explains Ashbrook. “Initially I thought the system was just a way to show students how they would sound onstage. But as soon
as I was given a demo, I realized how I could use it as a teaching tool.”

Central’s remodeled band hall encompasses 19,000 square feet and features 24’ ceilings. Along with VAE technology, the room acoustics are also enhanced by AcoustiCabinets and acoustical panels on the walls and ceiling. Ashbrook believes these products made an immediate difference on rehearsals by improving the
room’s clarity. For promoting good posture, he likes their Student Chairs; they are also durable, easy to stack and easy to transport.

Overall, he appreciates how Wenger products enhance and
support music education. “Other look-alike products do
nothing,” he concludes. “You get what you pay for with Wenger.”