Archive for April 2024
WT Band Student Spotlight: Maddlyn Worley
What is your name? Maddlyn Worley What years were you in the WT Band? When do you graduate? I have been in the WT band for three years, and I graduate in May of 2024 What is your degree in? Instrumental Music Education Where are you living now and what are you doing? I currently…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Mason Lafferty
Name Mason Lafferty What years were you in the WT Band? When did you graduate? I was in the WT Band from 2018-2023. I am graduating May 2024 What was your degree in? Music Education, EC-12 (Instrumental Emphasis) with an additional Emphasis in Composition Tell us about your family. My mom, Cendrine Lafferty, and my…
Read MoreWTAMU Symphonic Band Named Winner of Presidential Order of the Silver Buffalo Award
The WT Symphonic Band was named the winner of the Presidential Order of the Silver Buffalo Award, presented to individuals and groups who have brought national or international recognition to WT. This selection is made by the Office of the President and is the second time that the Symphonic Band has been honored with this…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Chema Garcia
Name Chema Garcia What years were you in the WT Band? When did you graduate? 2019-2024. Graduation is 5/11/2024 What was your degree in? BA Music Education EC-12 (Instrumental emphasis) Where are you living now and what are you doing? I reside in Canyon, Texas as I am preparing for graduate studies. I am also…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Meghan Lancaster (Brooks)
Name: Meghan Lancaster (Brooks) Years in Band: 2019-2023 Graduation & Degrees: May 2024 Music Education and Composition Where are you living now and what are you doing? My husband and I are currently in Amarillo as I finish up student teaching. I teach several bassoon lessons around the area. This summer, I will start the…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Chris Perez
Name: Chris Perez Years in Band: 2019-2024 Graduation & Degrees: (Spring 2024 Expected) Music – E.C.-12 Certification – Instrumental Emphasis, B.M. Current Residence & Activities: I currently reside in Midland, TX, where I have been completing my student teaching as part of a new program with ECISD. Over the past year, I have had the…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Patrick Lucas
Name: Patrick Lucas Years in Band: 6 at WT! 12 total Graduation and degrees: I currently hold a bachelors in music education and I will graduate this summer with a masters in music performance Instrument: Euphonium, with secondary experience on trumpet, french horn, trombone, and tuba Ensembles: WTAMU Symphonic Band, WTAMU Concert Band, WTAMU Brass…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Gerry Lara
Hello, my name is Gerardo “Gerry” Lara. I am currently a graduate teaching assistant at WT, I have spent the last couple of years actively involved in numerous ensembles and leadership roles. My primary role includes performing, teaching, and coordinating marching and concert band rehearsals. I will graduate in May 2024 with a Masters of…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Braden Lefevre 2024
Name: Braden Lefevre Years in Band: 2018 – 2024 Graduation & Degrees: (Spring 2024 Expected) Master of Music Performance – Instrumental Conducting (Spring 2022) Music – E.C.-12 Certification – Instrumental Emphasis, B.M. Current Residence & Activities: I currently reside in Canyon, Texas, where I am finishing my Master’s degree in Instrumental Conducting at West Texas…
Read MoreWT Band Student Spotlight: Shawn Fausto
What is your name? Shawn Frausto What years were you in the WT Band? When do you graduate? 2020-24 and I graduate in the fall of 2024 What is your degree in? Music Education Where are you living now and what are you doing? I am currently living in the dorms at WT. Next semester…
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