Archives: Speakers

The Band Program is under the direction of Mr. Bob Loehr and consists of students in grades 9 thru 12, performing in various groups. The program supports The Woodstock Marching Wolverine Band, three Concert Ensembles, a Percussion Ensemble class, Jazz Ensemble, Color Guard and Winter Guard. Our goal is to teach young musicians to better themselves and to become lifelong learners of music. Our band program has some of the brightest academic students in the school and we see many of our students rewarded with both academic and music scholarships when applying for college.

Atlanta based singer-songwriter & producer Levi Ransom is not only a true artist at heart, but also a storyteller who’s writing his own journey. Starting at a young age, Levi began singing at church, shortly followed by learning to play guitar & writing his own music. With influences from creatives such as NEEDTOBREATHE, Hunter Hayes and OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder, he not only has been able to create an honest variety of music, but also produces his own work. As a Music Production graduate from Full Sail University, Levi has spent his time crafting his music while playing shows each weekend at notable places such as Eddie’s Attic, Smith’s Olde Bar, the Vinyl and many more venues in the Atlanta scene. His high range and smooth voice compliment his discography very well and you’re sure to find a song or two to love.

With his new album “LOVERBOY”, Levi embraces himself as he is, a lover who just wants to be loved. Showcasing themes of finding love and learning how to love yourself, Levi has created a project that dwells in the new pop era he’s made home.

Spencer Scott Smith is a Georgia born artist with a Mississippi twist. If you like a little edge on your country, peppered with blues, R&B, and a big helping of soul, then search no more!

Being raised on the red clay river banks of North Georgia, his original music drips with smooth melodies and imagery that will make you curious; “have I heard that song before?” The catchy originals are wrapped in an eclectic assorted of some the best songs/artists you forgot you loved – spanning across decades and genres; John Cougar Mellencamp, Marcy’s Playground, Ottis Redding, Sam Cooke, BareNaked Ladies, Eric Clapton, David Allen Coe, The Black Crowes, and more!

As a new Georgia artist, he is no stranger to music and has been performing since he was 9 years old with ensembles around the world, for over 25 years, and achieved a degree in music during that time. Now, he is taking his songwriting into the spotlight and making a huge impact on the North Georgia Music scene. Recently winning the Georgia Songbirds Showdown, earning the #7 spot on the “Weekly Top 10 Countdown” for the Georgia Songbirds weekly countdown on Indie radio.

Stephanie Berlanga is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and guitarist residing in Atlanta, GA.
Uniting genres of pop, singer-songwriter, and folk, Stephanie’s soulful vocals, melodic guitar playing, and honest lyrics both intrigue and captivate listeners of all genres.

Some years ago, amongst the sunshine and palm trees of south Florida, Stephanie Berlanga was raised an only child with a lot of heart, a lot of imagination and a lot of time on her hands. One weekend, at the young age of 8, she learned something that would change her life – her father decided to teach her what he was currently learning on the guitar. Seeing her eyes light up as she learned, it was not long after before he gifted her a guitar of her own.

As Stephanie grew into a teenager, she continued to practice her craft, spending years of writing & playing within the realms of her bedroom walls. Until one day, she was encouraged by a high school classmate to start performing at local coffee shops and community events.

In the years that followed, Stephanie was recognized as one of Florida’s Emerald Coast Magazine’s “One to Watch”. From her college dorm room, she posted cover song videos to YouTube and performed weekly on a live-streaming site for her followers. Through hard work and patience, Stephanie has gained a loyal following and has formed a relationship with her ever-growing fanbase, who connect with both her warm personality & her original music.

In 2011, she graduated from Full Sail University as Valedictorian with a Bachelors Degree in Music Business, and relocated to Nashville, Tennessee. It was there that she released her original music debut EP, “The Way Things Go”. That same year, she landed a top-3 spot in The American Songwriter Coffee House Tour Contest.

In 2016, Stephanie’s relationship with her alma mater came full circle after winning an Artist Development contest run by 3300+Climbing, Full Sail University’s student-run initiative who assisted Stephanie in further developing her career. Together, Berlanga and 3300+Climbing put together a visually impressive music video for her single, “Bandaid”, recorded three songs in studio for her upcoming EP, and created a website from the ground-up.

After spending years of writing about love and loss, Stephanie finally met a love she wouldn’t have to lose. She followed that love all the way to Georgia, where she now lives happily ever after. She continues to play music whenever and wherever she can and is excited for new opportunities that come her way!

Stephanie’s influences include John Mayer, Fleetwood Mac, Ed Sheeran, Ingrid Michaelson and Taylor Swift, and her original music is available on iTunes, Spotify & other digital stores.