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About
I have 22 years of experience teaching middle school through high school band students. I have been a head high school band director for all 21 years of teaching, with many students earning music scholarships, receiving superior ratings at solo and ensemble festivals, as well as positions in all-region and all-state band. My bands have been known for playing well, being selected as an Oklahoma Music Educators' Association Honor group as well as the Music for All National Festival. I also directed an adult community band, the South City Winds for 12 yeRS. This organization is made up of individuals who wish to continue playing after high school or college. I am hoping to help students who do not have band classes now due to the school closures but am happy to teach anyone interested. Students will find me patient and engaging. I absolutely love band and can't wait to teach you or your child!
Instrumental Music Director
August 2020 - Present- Mustang Public Schools
I was recently hired to work at Mustang Public Schools. Mustang has the fourth largest high school in Oklahoma and has over 1,450 students in band. I lead Mustang Middle School and Horizon Intermediate's band programs and assist with the marching band and conduct one of the six concert bands at Mustang High School. Mustang is known for its excellence in instrumental music, having OkMEA Honor groups in jazz, concert band at both high school and middle school levels, being selected for the Music for All National Festival, and being named a finalist several times at the Bands of America Super Regional in St. Louis, Missouri.
Director of Instrumental Music
June 2008 - 2020 - Sapulpa Public Schools
I was the Director of Instrumental Music for Sapulpa Public Schools, and was responsible for overseeing all activities for the district. I taught beginning trumpet, 7th grade brass, 8th grade, brass, jazz band, wind ensemble, and marching band. Our students were successful earning music scholarships to many universities, earning superior ratings in solo, ensemble, and bands.
Director of Bands
July 1999 - June 2008 Bristow Public Schools
I was the Director of Bands for Bristow Public Schools. I had an active studio, teaching brass lessons. I conducted the high school band, marching band, jazz, band, advanced, intermediate, and beginning bands. I was also recognized as high school teacher of the year.
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I choose methods based on each individual's skills, experiences, and goals.