About Compass Winds

 Rose Johnson - flute

Lori Shepherd - clarinet

Derek Smith - saxophone

Robyn Watson, bassoon

Compass Winds takes whimsical and lively cues from the nature that surrounds them in their native Pacific Northwest. The ensemble performs literature from all corners of the wind quartet repertoire, and specializes in  recording new works for wind quartet. ​Individuals from the quartet regularly perform in Pacific Northwest ensembles including the Seattle Women's Jazz Orchestra, as well as the Paramount, The 5th Avenue, and Village Theaters.