Alumni Staff 1981-1997
Induction September 21, 2024
Education:
- Winona State University, BS, Music Education, 1977
- St. Cloud State University, MA, Conducting and Wind Band Literature, 1994
- Financial Services Industry Designations
Accomplishments/Work History:
- Jefferson High School, Band Director, 1981-1997
- During his tenure, the JHS Band program grew to include four auditioned concert bands, two jazz ensembles, pep band, and a 275-member marching band.
- Co-founder of Vikingland Band Festival, 1985
- Growth of the band program had a significant impact on the growth of the Vikingland Band Festival, attracting the top high school bands to the Festival.
- Instrumental in building a prestigious Jefferson High School Marching Band program to rank among the state’s best.
- JHS Marching Band performed and competed in 8-10 parades throughout Minnesota in the summer, enjoying consistent competitive success.
- Every 3 years, JHS Marching Band provided a travel experience at prominent parades or competitions throughout the United States.
- Alexandria concert bands showcased at the Minnesota Music Educators Conference, 1991
- Entire APS Music Department received the Minnesota Music Educators Association “Exemplary Music Program Award”, 1994
- Vikingland Band Festival Grand Marshal, 1994
- JHS Marching Band claimed national championship by earning the “Sweepstakes” award at the Fiesta Bowl Parade, Phoenix, AZ, 1995