Adrian Villalobos - North Representative
Adrian Villalobos is the Head Band Director at Desoto West Middle School. In this role, he directs the West Middle School Honors Band, assists with the Symphonic Band, and teaches beginning band classes. He spent his first year as the assistant director before moving up to Head Director last year. This will be his 3rd year as a band director.
Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Adrian went to University of Texas at Arlington where he majored in Music Education. His primary instrument is Euphonium. While at UT-Arlington, he served as section leader for the Maverick Marching Band and was heavily involved in Kappa Kappa Psi in a variety of roles including treasurer and chapter president. Adrian is a member of the Texas Music Educator's Association, Texas Bandmaster's Association, and has been active in Young Band Directors of Texas.
When Adrian isn't teaching, he enjoys watching football, playing board games, and taking care of his two dogs, Nova and Bella.
Adrian Villalobos is the Head Band Director at Desoto West Middle School. In this role, he directs the West Middle School Honors Band, assists with the Symphonic Band, and teaches beginning band classes. He spent his first year as the assistant director before moving up to Head Director last year. This will be his 3rd year as a band director.
Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Adrian went to University of Texas at Arlington where he majored in Music Education. His primary instrument is Euphonium. While at UT-Arlington, he served as section leader for the Maverick Marching Band and was heavily involved in Kappa Kappa Psi in a variety of roles including treasurer and chapter president. Adrian is a member of the Texas Music Educator's Association, Texas Bandmaster's Association, and has been active in Young Band Directors of Texas.
When Adrian isn't teaching, he enjoys watching football, playing board games, and taking care of his two dogs, Nova and Bella.
Ashley Gorden - Central Representative
Ashley Gorden is currently in her 4th year of teaching at Canyon Middle School in New Braunfels, TX. There, she teaches all beginner woodwinds and the symphonic band.
Ashley graduated Magna Cum Laude from The University of Texas at San Antonio in 2018 with Music Education. Prior to that, she graduated from Smithson Valley High School in 2014. During her academic years, she enjoyed all 4 years of marching band in high school and college, along with church activities and friends. Additionally, she served as a camp counselor at the UTSA Summer Band Institute camps most summers during college, and is a big advocate for community and connections to people.
When not at work, Ashley loves watching movies with a good story, going outside on sunny days, and being with people who make everyday life a little better.
Ashley Gorden is currently in her 4th year of teaching at Canyon Middle School in New Braunfels, TX. There, she teaches all beginner woodwinds and the symphonic band.
Ashley graduated Magna Cum Laude from The University of Texas at San Antonio in 2018 with Music Education. Prior to that, she graduated from Smithson Valley High School in 2014. During her academic years, she enjoyed all 4 years of marching band in high school and college, along with church activities and friends. Additionally, she served as a camp counselor at the UTSA Summer Band Institute camps most summers during college, and is a big advocate for community and connections to people.
When not at work, Ashley loves watching movies with a good story, going outside on sunny days, and being with people who make everyday life a little better.
Stormy Kelly - Central Representative
Rachel Berg - Central Representative
Jose Bentiz - Central Representative
Julio Salinas - South Representative
Collin Beavers - East Representative
Collin Beavers is currently in his fourth year as the Assistant Director at Angleton Junior High School in Angleton, Texas. Collin graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2017, graduating with a degree in Music Education. While at UT Arlington he studied saxophone with Tim Ishii, Michael Morrison, and Chris McGuire. Collin was an active member in multiple ensembles including the Maverick Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, MavBrass Basketball Band, Saxophone Choir, and the Symphonic Winds where he served as principal saxophonist. In 2015, Collin performed with the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps on mellophone.
At Angleton Junior High, Collin teaches the flute, double reed, clarinet, and saxophone beginning classes, as well as teaching the Symphonic Band. He also assists with the Wind Ensemble and Concert Band, while also managing the private lesson program at Angleton Junior High.
When Collin is not working he enjoys working out in the gym. He is also a coffee enthusiast, as well as an avid anime fan. He resides in Pearland, TX.
Collin Beavers is currently in his fourth year as the Assistant Director at Angleton Junior High School in Angleton, Texas. Collin graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2017, graduating with a degree in Music Education. While at UT Arlington he studied saxophone with Tim Ishii, Michael Morrison, and Chris McGuire. Collin was an active member in multiple ensembles including the Maverick Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, MavBrass Basketball Band, Saxophone Choir, and the Symphonic Winds where he served as principal saxophonist. In 2015, Collin performed with the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps on mellophone.
At Angleton Junior High, Collin teaches the flute, double reed, clarinet, and saxophone beginning classes, as well as teaching the Symphonic Band. He also assists with the Wind Ensemble and Concert Band, while also managing the private lesson program at Angleton Junior High.
When Collin is not working he enjoys working out in the gym. He is also a coffee enthusiast, as well as an avid anime fan. He resides in Pearland, TX.
Eddie Garcia - East Representative
Eduardo Garcia is in his fourth year as an Assistant Band Director at Spillane Middle School in Cypress, Texas. His teaching responsibilities include the Concert Winds, Beginning Clarinet, Beginning Trombone, and Beginning Double Reed classes. During his time at Spillane, his band has earned Sweepstakes at UIL Concert and Sight Reading Evaluation and Runner UP at the Bridgeland Festival.
Prior to teaching, Eddie attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he holds a Bachelor of Music Studies degree. During his time at UT, Eddie was a Section Leader in the Longhorn Band, member of the Longhorn Pep Band and a member of the Wind Ensemble.
His professional affiliations include The Texas Music Educators Association and the Texas Bandmasters Association. When not teaching, Eddie loves to travel, do yoga, and perform with the Cypress Symphonic Band.
Eduardo Garcia is in his fourth year as an Assistant Band Director at Spillane Middle School in Cypress, Texas. His teaching responsibilities include the Concert Winds, Beginning Clarinet, Beginning Trombone, and Beginning Double Reed classes. During his time at Spillane, his band has earned Sweepstakes at UIL Concert and Sight Reading Evaluation and Runner UP at the Bridgeland Festival.
Prior to teaching, Eddie attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he holds a Bachelor of Music Studies degree. During his time at UT, Eddie was a Section Leader in the Longhorn Band, member of the Longhorn Pep Band and a member of the Wind Ensemble.
His professional affiliations include The Texas Music Educators Association and the Texas Bandmasters Association. When not teaching, Eddie loves to travel, do yoga, and perform with the Cypress Symphonic Band.
Jessica Longlois - East Representative
Jessica Longlois is in her second year teaching and serves as Assistant Band Director at West Lake Middle School. There, she teaches beginner clarinets, double reeds, french horns, and conducts the Concert Band.
Jessica graduated Summa Cum Laude from Lamar University in the Spring of 2020 with her Bachelors Degree in Music Education. There, was a member of the Lamar University Wind Ensemble and Lamar’s marching band, the Showcase of Southeast Texas, for three years.
Jessica resides in Houston, Texas. When she is not teaching she loves spending time outdoors with her dog, Rhett, and takes every opportunity to catch an Astros game.
Jessica Longlois is in her second year teaching and serves as Assistant Band Director at West Lake Middle School. There, she teaches beginner clarinets, double reeds, french horns, and conducts the Concert Band.
Jessica graduated Summa Cum Laude from Lamar University in the Spring of 2020 with her Bachelors Degree in Music Education. There, was a member of the Lamar University Wind Ensemble and Lamar’s marching band, the Showcase of Southeast Texas, for three years.
Jessica resides in Houston, Texas. When she is not teaching she loves spending time outdoors with her dog, Rhett, and takes every opportunity to catch an Astros game.
Joseph Nguyen - East Representative
Joseph Nguyen is excited to begin his first year as Assistant Band Director at Lamar Junior High. His responsibilities include directing the Symphonic Band, 7/8th grade beginner woodwinds, and teaching the beginner clarinet, and beginner flute classes. Previously, he student taught at Four Points Middle School and Vandegrift High School in Leander ISD.
Joseph is a graduate of Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education. He studied with Dr. Patricia Card, Dr. Matthew McInturf, and Dr. Jacob Sustaita. During his time at SHSU, he was a member of the Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra, serving as principal clarinetist for two years.
His professional affiliations include Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, International Clarinet Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.
Away from the band hall, he enjoys spending time with his friends and family, and running his small business on Etsy!
Joseph Nguyen is excited to begin his first year as Assistant Band Director at Lamar Junior High. His responsibilities include directing the Symphonic Band, 7/8th grade beginner woodwinds, and teaching the beginner clarinet, and beginner flute classes. Previously, he student taught at Four Points Middle School and Vandegrift High School in Leander ISD.
Joseph is a graduate of Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education. He studied with Dr. Patricia Card, Dr. Matthew McInturf, and Dr. Jacob Sustaita. During his time at SHSU, he was a member of the Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra, serving as principal clarinetist for two years.
His professional affiliations include Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, International Clarinet Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.
Away from the band hall, he enjoys spending time with his friends and family, and running his small business on Etsy!
Sergio Olivares - East Representative
Sergio Olivares is in his fourth year of teaching and serves as the Assistant High School Director at Brownsboro ISD. He co-teaches the Junior Varsity High School band, teaches beginner flute and saxophone, and assists with both middle school bands.
Sergio attended Stephen F. Austin State University where he graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Music Education. During this time at SFA, he performed in many ensembles including the SFA Flute Choir, the Symphonic Band, the Wind Symphony, and the Lumberjack Marching Band. Sergio is a member of the Texas Music Educator Association and the Texas Bandmasters Association.
Sergio lives in Tyler, Texas with his wife, Jessica and their son, Gabriel. In his time off, he likes to spend quality time with his family and watch anything related to superheroes.
Sergio Olivares is in his fourth year of teaching and serves as the Assistant High School Director at Brownsboro ISD. He co-teaches the Junior Varsity High School band, teaches beginner flute and saxophone, and assists with both middle school bands.
Sergio attended Stephen F. Austin State University where he graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Music Education. During this time at SFA, he performed in many ensembles including the SFA Flute Choir, the Symphonic Band, the Wind Symphony, and the Lumberjack Marching Band. Sergio is a member of the Texas Music Educator Association and the Texas Bandmasters Association.
Sergio lives in Tyler, Texas with his wife, Jessica and their son, Gabriel. In his time off, he likes to spend quality time with his family and watch anything related to superheroes.
Jaylon Stewart - East Representative
Jaylon Stewart currently serves as an assistant band director at Chapel Hill Junior High. Jaylon's duties include assisting the high school band, directing the symphonic band, and teaching beginner low brass students.
After Highschool, Jaylon decided to begin his undergraduate work at Tyler Junior College, where he studied under the advisement of Tom and Heather Mensch, and Jeremy Strickland. At TJC, Jaylon spent much of his time improving his craft with the Apache Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, and Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble. While there, he was also a member of the English Honor Society, Sigma Kappa Delta. Jaylon graduated from Tyler Junior College with an Associate of Arts, Cum Laude, before continuing his education at The University of Texas at Tyler.
In 2018, Jaylon earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Magna Cum Laude, from The University of Texas at Tyler. During his years at the university, Jaylon has studied under the tutelage of Mr. Danny Vinson and Drs. Jeffrey Emge, Jeremy McBain, and Sarah Roberts. He was highly involved in the Music Department as a member of the UT Tyler Wind Ensemble,
Jazz Band, Brass Quintet, and Low Brass Quartet. Jaylon also worked as an undergraduate assistant in the Music Department's main office. Additionally, he was an active member of the International Honor Society in Education, Kappa Delta Pi Rho Rho Chapter, and the treasurer of Kappa Kappa Psi, Lambda Pi Chapter. He completed his degree by student teaching at Lindale ISD.
In May of 2020, Jaylon completed his Master of Education degree with a Principal Certification from The University of Texas at Tyler. His Action research thesis paper was over The Necessity of Closing the Gaps in Economically Disadvantaged Schools.
Jaylon has a strong passion for working with children, music and learning new things. Outside of his musical studies and involvement, Jaylon has volunteered with the non-profit organizations East Texas Food Bank and Keep Whitehouse Beautiful, as well as his church's Vacation Bible School. Jaylon's hobbies include maintaining saltwater and freshwater aquariums, swimming, traveling, lawn work, and sleeping when his schedule allows.
Jaylon Stewart currently serves as an assistant band director at Chapel Hill Junior High. Jaylon's duties include assisting the high school band, directing the symphonic band, and teaching beginner low brass students.
After Highschool, Jaylon decided to begin his undergraduate work at Tyler Junior College, where he studied under the advisement of Tom and Heather Mensch, and Jeremy Strickland. At TJC, Jaylon spent much of his time improving his craft with the Apache Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, and Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble. While there, he was also a member of the English Honor Society, Sigma Kappa Delta. Jaylon graduated from Tyler Junior College with an Associate of Arts, Cum Laude, before continuing his education at The University of Texas at Tyler.
In 2018, Jaylon earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Magna Cum Laude, from The University of Texas at Tyler. During his years at the university, Jaylon has studied under the tutelage of Mr. Danny Vinson and Drs. Jeffrey Emge, Jeremy McBain, and Sarah Roberts. He was highly involved in the Music Department as a member of the UT Tyler Wind Ensemble,
Jazz Band, Brass Quintet, and Low Brass Quartet. Jaylon also worked as an undergraduate assistant in the Music Department's main office. Additionally, he was an active member of the International Honor Society in Education, Kappa Delta Pi Rho Rho Chapter, and the treasurer of Kappa Kappa Psi, Lambda Pi Chapter. He completed his degree by student teaching at Lindale ISD.
In May of 2020, Jaylon completed his Master of Education degree with a Principal Certification from The University of Texas at Tyler. His Action research thesis paper was over The Necessity of Closing the Gaps in Economically Disadvantaged Schools.
Jaylon has a strong passion for working with children, music and learning new things. Outside of his musical studies and involvement, Jaylon has volunteered with the non-profit organizations East Texas Food Bank and Keep Whitehouse Beautiful, as well as his church's Vacation Bible School. Jaylon's hobbies include maintaining saltwater and freshwater aquariums, swimming, traveling, lawn work, and sleeping when his schedule allows.
Jessica Calvit - West Representative
Jessica is very excited to begin her second year of teaching as an Assistant Band Director at Lubbock-Cooper High School. There, she directs the Jazz Band, co-directs the Concert Band, assists with teaching the Pirate Pride Marching Band, and assists with the middle school programs.
Jessica graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas Tech University in December 2019. Her primary instrument is trumpet and she studied with Dr. Andrew Stetson. During her time at Tech, she served as Drum Major for The Goin’ Band from Raiderland, principal trumpet for the Symphonic Band, and competed in the National Trumpet Competition in both the solo and ensemble divisions. Jessica is a member of Texas Music Educator’s Association, Texas Bandmaster’s Association, and Tau Beta Sigma.
In her free time, Jessica enjoys dancing, cooking, and traveling.
Jessica is very excited to begin her second year of teaching as an Assistant Band Director at Lubbock-Cooper High School. There, she directs the Jazz Band, co-directs the Concert Band, assists with teaching the Pirate Pride Marching Band, and assists with the middle school programs.
Jessica graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas Tech University in December 2019. Her primary instrument is trumpet and she studied with Dr. Andrew Stetson. During her time at Tech, she served as Drum Major for The Goin’ Band from Raiderland, principal trumpet for the Symphonic Band, and competed in the National Trumpet Competition in both the solo and ensemble divisions. Jessica is a member of Texas Music Educator’s Association, Texas Bandmaster’s Association, and Tau Beta Sigma.
In her free time, Jessica enjoys dancing, cooking, and traveling.
Jose Fernandez - West Representative
Jose Fernandez is in his fourth year of teaching. He is the Assistant Band Director at Estacado Early College High School where he teaches the Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, and Color Guard. Jose is a member of the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, and Young Band Directors of Texas serving as a Regional Representative for West Texas.
Jose is a 2018 graduate of West Texas A&M University where he earned a degree in music education, while also studying saxophone under Dr. James Barger. During his time at WTAMU, he was a member of various ensembles as a saxophonist. Jose was also a member of the color guard in the Buffalo Marching Band.
When Jose isn't working he enjoys video gaming, reading, and retail therapy. He currently resides in Lubbock, TX.
Jose Fernandez is in his fourth year of teaching. He is the Assistant Band Director at Estacado Early College High School where he teaches the Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, and Color Guard. Jose is a member of the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, and Young Band Directors of Texas serving as a Regional Representative for West Texas.
Jose is a 2018 graduate of West Texas A&M University where he earned a degree in music education, while also studying saxophone under Dr. James Barger. During his time at WTAMU, he was a member of various ensembles as a saxophonist. Jose was also a member of the color guard in the Buffalo Marching Band.
When Jose isn't working he enjoys video gaming, reading, and retail therapy. He currently resides in Lubbock, TX.
Tyler Simon - West Representative
Prior to his appointment at Franklin HS, Tyler Simon served as the Associate Director at Clear Creek High School in League City, TX for three years. While at Clear Creek HS, he was the conductor for the concert, symphonic, and jazz bands. He also established the first jazz band program and started the first chapter of Future Music Educators. Under his tenure, the symphonic and concert bands received numerous excellence and superior ratings at the UIL concert and sight-reading contest.
Tyler is a graduate of Texas Tech University where he attained degrees in Music Education and Music Performance. While at Texas Tech, he was the Drum Major for the Goin’ Band from Raiderland, studied abroad at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England, and performed with the Texas Tech Concert band as a soloist.
Tyler is an advocate of marching arts and music education. He performed with the Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps in 2010 and 2011 and in 2012, he won a championship with the Blue Devils Drum & Bugle Corps. Tyler has taught several SaSi drum major camps working with the best and brightest students from schools around Texas on their leadership and conducting skills. He also is one of the founding members of Young Band Directors of Texas. He has presented clinics at the TMEA and TBA conventions on teaching young directors how to support themselves and avoid burnout. Tyler will serve as the Regional Representative for the Southwest Region of Texas.
Tyler is an active performer, he previously held the title of principal euphonium for the Houston Brass Band, prior to his appointment at Franklin HS. Tyler resides in El Paso with his wife, Lauren, a Franklin HS alumni, and their two dogs, Ella & Finn.
Prior to his appointment at Franklin HS, Tyler Simon served as the Associate Director at Clear Creek High School in League City, TX for three years. While at Clear Creek HS, he was the conductor for the concert, symphonic, and jazz bands. He also established the first jazz band program and started the first chapter of Future Music Educators. Under his tenure, the symphonic and concert bands received numerous excellence and superior ratings at the UIL concert and sight-reading contest.
Tyler is a graduate of Texas Tech University where he attained degrees in Music Education and Music Performance. While at Texas Tech, he was the Drum Major for the Goin’ Band from Raiderland, studied abroad at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England, and performed with the Texas Tech Concert band as a soloist.
Tyler is an advocate of marching arts and music education. He performed with the Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps in 2010 and 2011 and in 2012, he won a championship with the Blue Devils Drum & Bugle Corps. Tyler has taught several SaSi drum major camps working with the best and brightest students from schools around Texas on their leadership and conducting skills. He also is one of the founding members of Young Band Directors of Texas. He has presented clinics at the TMEA and TBA conventions on teaching young directors how to support themselves and avoid burnout. Tyler will serve as the Regional Representative for the Southwest Region of Texas.
Tyler is an active performer, he previously held the title of principal euphonium for the Houston Brass Band, prior to his appointment at Franklin HS. Tyler resides in El Paso with his wife, Lauren, a Franklin HS alumni, and their two dogs, Ella & Finn.