Brian M. Lyles
Dallas,Ga
Summary
To obtain a teaching position in music for band and music arranging.
Professional with deep expertise in music education and performance. Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop students and ensembles to achieve high-caliber results. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering quality outcomes. Skilled in conducting, arranging, and music theory, with keen sense for both artistic and administrative responsibilities. Recognized for fostering positive learning environment and driving program success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Bands
Benjamin E. Mays High School
Atlanta, Ga
01.2017 - Current
Director of Bands
BEST Academy at Benjamin S Carson
Atlanta, Ga
01.2015 - 01.2017
Director of Bands
Jonesboro Middle School
Jonesboro, Ga
01.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Director of Bands/Music Arranger for the Blue Pride Marching Band
Stillman College
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2013 - 01.2015
Director of Bands
Chapman Middle School
Huntsville, AL
01.2003 - 01.2014
Assistant Director of Bands/Music Arranger for the Marching Maroon and White Band
Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL
01.2003 - 01.2013
Assistant Director of Bands
Challenger Middle School
Huntsville, AL
01.2009 - 01.2011
Education
Master of Education - Instrumental Music
Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL01-2007
B.S. - Music Education/Trumpet
Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL01-2002
Skills
- Musical direction
- Music Arranging and composition
- Rehearsal planning
- Ensemble management
- Instrumental expertise
- Recruitment strategies
- Fundraising
- Budget administration
- Artistic collaboration
- Coaching and Student mentorship
- Faculty collaboration and support
- Conducting techniques
Affiliations
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America
- National Association for Music Educators
- Georgia Music Educators Association
- Alabama Educators Association
- National Educators Association
Interests
Concert Band Clinician, Alabama A&M University Marching Maroon & White Band, Alabama A&M University Wind Ensemble, Building representative, Huntsville Educators Association, University of Alabama at Huntsville Honor Band, Composed a Soundtrack for the independent film "Black Heart", Nationally recognized Music Arranger, Owner/Operator Brian M Lyles Publishing LLC, Music Technology/Production
Timeline
Director of Bands
Benjamin E. Mays High School
01.2017 - Current
Director of Bands
BEST Academy at Benjamin S Carson
01.2015 - 01.2017
Director of Bands
Jonesboro Middle School
01.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Director of Bands/Music Arranger for the Blue Pride Marching Band
Stillman College
01.2013 - 01.2015
Assistant Director of Bands
Challenger Middle School
01.2009 - 01.2011
Director of Bands
Chapman Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2014
Assistant Director of Bands/Music Arranger for the Marching Maroon and White Band
Alabama A&M University
01.2003 - 01.2013
B.S. - Music Education/Trumpet
Alabama A&M University
Master of Education - Instrumental Music
Alabama A&M University
Awards
Atlanta Public Schools Excellence in Arts Education Recipient 2025, Superior Ratings Large Group Performance Evaluation, W.C. Handy Band Award, Huntsville, AL, Superior Ratings at Music Performance Assessment Huntsville, AL