Weston Lewis Named Assistant Director of Bands
May 03, 2024
Weston Lewis, Assistant Director of Bands
The LSU School of Music and LSU Department of Bands are pleased to announce Weston Lewis will continue in his role as Assistant Director of Bands.
A Texas native, Lewis recently received his DMA in Wind Conducting from the University of Texas at Austin, studying under Prof. Jerry Junkin. During his doctoral studies, Lewis served as an assistant instructor in The University of Texas Bands and Butler School of Music, assisting with all ensembles and undergraduate conducting courses. He also holds an undergraduate degree in Music Education from the University of Houston (2014) and Master of Music in Conducting from Louisiana State University (2021).
Lewis taught at Klein Oak High School from 2014-2019. In his role, he worked with all concert bands and oversaw the IB Music program. Lewis is an active clinician and presenter, most recently presenting at the College Band Directors National Association Conference, Texas Music Educators Association Convention, and the Midwest Clinic. During his Master of Music studies at LSU, Lewis also held the role of Co-Chair of the LSU School of Music Student Diversity & Inclusion Organization.
Lewis will continue his duties at LSU, including assisting with the Tiger Marching Band, conducting the LSU Symphonic Band, and teaching undergraduate conducting courses.