Minnesota Winds Membership
Season Two
If this sounds familiar, you’re in the right place!
“I’m excited that band now has a place on the main stage.”
“I loved the first season finale and can’t wait for more!”
“I want to support the next generation of band kids.”
We’re with the band
Welcome to the Minnesota Winds Band Champions: a season-based membership program that helps you connect with your love of band, support world-class performances, and invest in the next generation of student musicians.
This is your chance to move from loving band to leading its future by helping band take center stage.
(Student volunteers at the first Minnesota Winds concert)
Your membership = real impact
Becoming a Band Champion isn’t just about tickets and t-shirts. It’s about pride, visibility, and momentum for a powerful art form that shaped your life—and shapes lives every day in classrooms across Minnesota.
This is your invitation to give back to your community, fuel the future of band in our schools, and be first in line for world-class music and behind-the-scenes access.
BAND CHAMPION SECOND SEASON PASS
$130
Support the second season with all the best benefits!
30% off concert tickets
Early access to ticket reservations
Access to pre-concert talks
Give back to band with 4% of your season pass going directly to schools
A t-shirt that shows you’re with the band!
$25 tax-deductible donation to bring the first season to life
Your tee
Snag a Minnesota Winds tee for yourself or a friend! Available in two designs and unisex sizes XS to 2XL. Support band and look good doing it! (If you don’t want a shirt, you can let us know during checkout.)
Meet the Co-founders
By band kids, for band kids
We didn’t just play in band—we grew up in it.
Band was where we learned to listen, to lead, and to show up for something bigger than ourselves. It gave us a place to belong and inspired us to keep growing—note by note, year by year.
One night, years after graduation, Meagan sat in the audience at a concert of her former college band and heard Symphony No. 4 by David Maslanka for the first time. By the final note, she was in tears. That moment sparked the questions at the heart of our work:
Why isn’t there a professional concert band in Minnesota? And why don’t students see their art form celebrated on the main stage?
We created Minnesota Winds to answer those questions. To build what we always wished existed: a professional concert band rooted in the energy and excellence of school band, that honors where we come from and helps shape where band goes next.
We’re so glad you’re here, and we hope you’ll join us for a spectacular second season!
—Meagan Bachmayer & Katherine Bergman, Co-founders
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"Band has sparked the raging fire of love for music that will be with me for the rest of my life."
Zackary (Blaine, MN)
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"The main reason why I love being a band kid is that no matter what is going on in our lives we can come to band and not worry about anything else."
Chloe (Buffalo, MN)
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"Band is a way for people to find themselves . . . it is, without a doubt, the class I look forward to the most."
Tyler (Pierz, MN)
FAQs
Is this membership tax-deductible?
Yes—partially. Your $130 membership includes benefits with an estimated fair market value of $100. So if you join, $30 is tax-deductible (donation to Minnesota + your contribution to the band boost fund). You’ll receive a receipt with this breakdown for your records.
Want your full contribution to be deductible? You can make a separate donation here »
What if I don’t live near your concerts or can’t attend every event?
No problem! Being a Band Champion is about more than just showing up in person. Your membership supports student musicians, school programs, and the visibility of band as an art form.
Plus, you’ll still get access to exclusive behind-the-scenes content, member updates, and pre-concert talks—no matter where you live.
Can I gift a membership to someone else?
Absolutely. A Band Champion membership makes a meaningful gift for a music teacher, band parent, or longtime band friend. Just email us after checkout and we’ll get you all set!
How long does my membership last?
Your membership lasts for the full first concert season—fall 2026 to spring 2027.
Can I get a refund for my membership?
Yes, if something in your life changes, we will honor requests for refunding any portion of your membership you haven’t yet redeemed.
