MARCUS NEUDIGATE
LEAD VIDEOGRAPHER
Marcus Neudigate is an award winning filmmaker and musician based in Austin, TX. His work exists predominantly in the music, visual arts, and fitness spaces; bringing stories to life through music and movement.
As a former educator, arranger, and sound designer, Marcus has worked with several schools in central Texas including Vandegrift HS and Cedar Park HS. Prior to his time in Texas, Marcus served as the Drumline Coordinator and Adjunct Instructor at the University of Central Missouri, as well as a percussion instructor and clinician at several schools throughout the midwest.
Marcus has a B.M. in Percussion Performance from the University of Central Missouri, as well as an M.A.T. in Education. Marcus was a member of the Phantom Regiment Front Ensemble (2011, 2012) and became the section leader in 2012. He received the Zildjian player of the year award in 2011 and was also nominated for the Mark Glasscoe member of the year award. Marcus was the Front Ensemble Coordinator at Carolina Crown (2015 - 2019) and has served on the percussion staff for the Sacramento Mandarins (2014 – 2016), Gateway Percussion (2015 – 2017), and Monarch Independent (2017 - 2019).
KENDALL SANTOS
CURRICULUM ADVISOR
Kendall Santos is an Associate Director of Bands and the Marching Band Director at Cedar Park High School in Cedar Park, TX. She serves as an employee of the SASI Leadership Company, TMEA Region 32 Band Division Chair, and a marching band clinician for Central Texas.
In the Fall, Kendall has helped the Cedar Park Timberwolf Marching Band win its third (2019), fourth (2021), fifth (2023), and sixth (2024) consecutive gold medals at the UIL 5A State Marching Contest. Under her direction, the band has been a consistent BOA Regional and Super Regional finalist, BOA Waco Regional Champion (2021 & 2022), and has consistently placed in the top 3 in the 3A size classification at BOA Regionals, BOA Super Regionals, and the Texas Marching Classic. Most recently, the band competed at the 2024 BOA Grand Nationals, earning 5th place along with 3A champion. In the Spring, she has conducted the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and currently works with the Wind Symphony. Her concert ensembles, at all levels, have consistently received superior ratings at UIL Concert and Sight-Reading.
Kendall grew up in Flower Mound, TX and graduated from the University of North Texas with her Bachelor’s degree in Music Education with a concentration in flute. She has served as a drum major for both The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps and The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps, served on staff with The Boston Crusaders, and has been a regular guest speaker at the Drum Corps International Drum Major Leadership Seminar.
In her free time, Kendall continues to perform her flute regularly with the Cedar Park Winds. She also loves traveling around the world with her husband, Zach, and spending quality time at home with their new son, Ryder, and their dog, Hudson.
JOLENE TRAVIS
CURRICULUM ADVISOR
Jolene Travis is a dedicated music educator with a passion for building strong, high-achieving band programs. As a band director at Copperas Cove ISD, she has led ensembles to consistent success in concert and marching settings. With a commitment to student growth, Jolene fosters an environment of discipline, teamwork, and musical excellence, inspiring young musicians to reach their fullest potential.
Before stepping into the classroom, Jolene developed her own musicianship and leadership through the drum corps activity as a member of The Reading Buccaneers and The Cadets. Her experience performing at the highest level instilled a deep appreciation for precision, endurance, and artistic expression—values she now passes on to her students. By integrating the rigor and excellence of the drum corps tradition into her teaching, she prepares students for success both on and off the field.
Outside of her work Jolene remains active in the marching arts community as a clinician,designer, and mentor. She has worked with various ensembles helping young performers refine their skills and reach new heights. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or in the wider music community, Jolene is dedicated to shaping the next generation of musicians and leaders.
JONAH HAMMETT
MARCHING MODEL
Jonah Hammett is a dedicated and versatile horn player currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music Education with a Certificate of Performance at the University of Texas at Austin, where he performs with the Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and various chamber groups, including the LongHORN Quartet and Notus Winds.
As an active performer, Jonah has held positions with the Austin Brass Collective, Austin Civic Orchestra, and Cedar Park Winds, and served as Horn Sergeant for the Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps, earning a DCI gold medal and the Jim Ott Award for Best Brass in 2024. That same year, he performed at Carnegie Hall with the University of Texas Wind Ensemble for its 50th anniversary concert.
Recognized for his artistry, he has won multiple solo and chamber competitions, including the 2024 MidSouth Horn Workshop Undergraduate Solo Contest and the 2025 MidNorth Horn Quartet Contest with the LongHORN Quartet. His education has been enriched by masterclasses with esteemed artists from top orchestras and conservatories, and he studies under Professor Patrick Hughes. An enthusiastic educator, Jonah teaches throughout the Austin area and serves as a brass instructor for the Bluecoats, with experience teaching at numerous Texas high schools.
NATALIE EDDINGS
INTERN
Natalie Eddings is currently a student at The University of Texas at Austin pursuing a degree in music education with hopes of becoming a band director one day. While at UT, Natalie had the opportunity to march clarinet with the 125th Longhorn Band throughout the fall 2024 football season and playoff season. After this school year, she is going on tour with the Boston Crusaders on the drum major team as a rehearsal assistant. This fall, Natalie plans to be on staff as a marching tech at Cedar Park High School.
Natalie grew up in Cedar Park Texas and attended Vista Ridge High School. In her band she served as clarinet section leader, woodwind captain, and band president. Now graduated and at UT, Natalie plans to get as involved with the marching arts as possible.
In her free time, Natalie enjoys going outside and visiting her family. She also loves to explore new things with her best friends, such as new foods or seeing new places!
LIZ RAY
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Liz Ray began her artistic journey in Germany at an early age where she learned the fundamentals of art and principles of design. Her love of art continued as she furthered her education at the University of Tennessee, and earned her Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art at Murray State University.
She transitioned into marching arts design in 2018 with a goal to create custom imagery that is imaginative and sophisticated. With a daughter that participated in colorguard in high school and DCI, the understanding and appreciation for this sport grew. For her, she viewed the activity as a full on theatrical production, with many moving puzzle pieces. It's a large scale, dynamic, moving composition and the field is the canvas. She approaches her design like any canvas, being mindful of space, color, shape, form, value, texture, balance, unity, variety, emphasis, movement, pattern, and proportion, to create the most successful composition. With the science of Photoshop and a strong base in drawing, she can execute design from concept, to pattern, to final product. Her motto is modern art for modern marching!
ANDREW FUHRMAN
VIDEOGRAPHER
Andrew Fuhrman is a native Texan with a passion for seeing the world and capturing stories visually. He is a storyteller, filmmaker, and artist who helps bring your ideas to life on screen. He offers trusted video production and editing solutions, specializing in crafting engaging content for a wide range of clients and industries.
Known for his professionalism and creativity, his expertise includes detailed pre-production and agility during the shoot to produce content that exceeds expectations. His commitment to excellence and personalized service ensures every project is completed on time and exceeds expectations.
STEVE SMITH
WEB DESIGNER
Steve Smith draws on years of experience in technology, education, web-design, photo and video as well as graphic design to provide a powerful offering to clients looking to tell their story in a clear and creative way.
Steve recently used this combination to manage the Essential Elements Interactive (EEi) website for the world’s largest music publisher, Hal Leonard. This website was the companion to the world’s most popular band and strings educational method book used by millions of students every year.
Steve taught in Lewisville ISD for his 12 year teaching career, concluding his time there as Director of Bands at Downing Middle School. While at Downing, the band program enjoyed many successes including a performance at the Midwest Clinic in Chicago in 2005.
Steve also continues his role in education working with one of the country’s largest student leadership companies, SASi Student Leadership, to provide training for high school students throughout the United States. In working with SASi for over 20 years, Steve has helped to develop a rich curriculum and is the primary designer for the workbooks and media presentations each year for the company. This is one of his most rewarding endeavors as it allows him to stay connected to his roots in music education in a truly meaningful way.
Steve lives in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin (a suburb of Milwaukee) with his wife, Jenny, a freelance artist, his son Seoul and their Corgi, Owen. He feels extremely blessed God has allowed him to pursue these passions and he looks forward to what lies ahead.