Bill Wagner has taught instrumental and vocal music at Nordhoff High School for the past 18 years. Under his direction, the school's symphonic band, jazz band, jazz combo, marching band, A Capella Singers, Gold 'n' Blue Singers, women's choir, jazz choir, and barbershop quartet have garnered many awards throughout the state and nation for excellence. He was a finalist this year for the Bravo Awards, presented by the Music Center of Los Angeles Education Division. Through his tireless efforts, he has fostered a growing and successful Music Department at Nordhoff.