Brent Andrews
Mangum
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Bands
Mangum Public Schools
Mangum, OK
06.2021 - Current
- Competed in District Contest: Spring '21, Spring '22. Spring 23 with superior ratings. Spring '23 with excellent.
- Competed in State Contest '21 with excellent ratings, Spring '23 with superior ratings, and Spring '23 with excellent ratings.
- Mangum Public Schools District Teacher of the Year 2021-2022.
- Band Chair for SWOBDA and Shortgrass honorbands 2021 - present.
- Oversaw multiple students participating in varying honor bands as well as district and state solo & ensemble contests.
- Administered private trombone lessons.
- Wrote grants to purchase new equipment for program.
Color Guard Technician
Cordell Public Schools
Cordell, OK
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Maintained proper equipment care, ensuring the longevity and optimal functionality of flags, rifles, and sabers.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills by balancing academic responsibilities with demanding practice schedules successfully.
- Oversaw the design, execution, and performance of the programs color guard; while collaborating with head director.
Teacher Candidacy
Garber Public Schools
Garber, OK
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted teamwork within ensembles leading to improved collaboration between sections during performances.
- Provided constructive feedback during rehearsals, helping students grow as musicians and performers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Instrumental Music Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OKMaster of Arts - Instrumental Music Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK12-2026
Affiliations
- Member, Kappa Kappa Psi
- Member, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia
- Member, Honorary, Tau Beta Sigma
- Member, The Pride of the Great Southwest Marching Band
- Member, SWOSU Jazz Ensembles
- Member, SWOSU Trombone Studio
- Member, SWOSU Clarinet Studio
- Member, NAfME/OKMEA Conference Attendee
- Member, OBA Conference Attendee
Timeline
Director of Bands
Mangum Public Schools
06.2021 - Current
Teacher Candidacy
Garber Public Schools
08.2020 - 12.2021
Color Guard Technician
Cordell Public Schools
07.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Instrumental Music Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Master of Arts - Instrumental Music Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University