40th Anniversary Season
40th Season Spotlight
Throughout the 2025/26 season, we will highlight one of our members or Alumni and share their HWE story.
Janine Donston
Instrument(s):​​
Percussion
First Season with HWE:
Summer 2001
Sisters, Irving Berlin
One evening before Christmas in the early 2000s, about 10 of us got together and caravanned to perform holiday songs at different social spots around North Park. It was a really fun evening!
What is your favorite piece performed? ​​​​
Magical Musical Memory:
I will always be thankful that HWE accepted and helped me when I knew almost nothing about music or performing. I have learned so much there, and am so appreciative for all the musicians I have had the honor of meeting and performing alongside over the years.
What does the Hillcrest Wind Ensemble mean to you?: ​
Thank you to our Ruby
Season Sponsors
Play Your Part
You don't need to play a band instrument to be a part of the Hillcrest Wind Ensemble Family.
Make a financial contribution towards the HWEs 40th commissioned pieces, equipment, production costs and operational expenses.
Your monetary donations are tax-deductible.
We are looking for community partners we can synergize with to promote our visions and support for the community. Print and Online Ad space is available, as well as full event sponsorship.
As the HWE prepares for another 40 years of bringing music to the Hillcrest and greater San Diego community, we have opportunities to be involved in event production, community outreach, and fund raising.
Let us know how you want to help in the contact form.