Student Spotlight

Meet some of the new 2024 WT Percussion Players in these Student Spotlights!

Meet some of the new 2024 WT Woodwind Players in these Student Spotlights!

Meet some of the new 2024 WT Brass Players in these Student Spotlights!

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…