Meredith Music announced the publication of Rehearsing the High School Band, by Stephen Meyer. ISBN 978-1-57463-439-6, $19.95. Directors included in this book represent a sampling of individuals from different areas of the country, each of whom has taught under unique and diverse circumstances.
They represent the ‘best of the best’ with years of experience in public and Catholic schools having earned national recognition for their programs including performances at the Midwest Clinic. Together, they impart their wisdom, love, and passion for music, sharing their unique experiences with readers:
Greg Bimm, director of bands, Marian Catholic High School, Chicago Heights, Illinois
Bill Eicher, director of bands, Clarence High School, Clarence, New York
David Gorham, former director of bands, Owasso High School in Owasso, Oklahoma
Roy Holder, former director of bands, Lake Braddock Secondary School, Burke, Virginia
Gary Markham, former supervisor of instrumental music, Cobb County School District, Marietta, Georgia
Stephen Meyer, former director of bands, Clear Creek High School, League City, Texas
Richard Saucedo, former director of bands at Carmel High School in Carmel, Indiana
Tom Shine, former director of bands, Duncanville Independent School District, Duncanville, Texas
Paula Thornton, former director of bands, Buchholz High School, Gainesville, Florida
Frank Troyka, former director of bands at Berkner High School, Dallas, Texas
David W. Vandewalker, former director of bands, Harrison High School, Cobb County, Georgia
Bill Watson: director of fine arts, Lewisville Independent School, Lewisville, Texas