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Evan VanDoren is an in-demand music composer regularly commissioned to create engaging & award-winning music for marching bands and concert ensembles at all skill levels. Evan’s music is regularly performed around the country, including premiere performances at the Texas Music Educators Association Convention and the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic. In 2025, Evan was recognized as a National Finalist for The American Prize in Composition for his works, Luminosities & Prophetic Dances.
Evan serves as the brass composer & arranger for the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps, based in Santa Clara, California. Additionally, Evan is an active clinician and has presented for Drum Corps International, the Music Educators National Convention, the Texas Bandmasters Association, the Texas Music Educators Association, and Music for All. He regularly consults with music programs nationwide.
Before devoting his life to creating music, Evan was a band director at Cedar Park High School in Cedar Park, Texas. During that time, the band was awarded multiple marching state championships and national recognition. He received a Bachelor's in Music Education with Honors from Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana. Currently, he lives in Cedar Park, Texas, with his wife, Katie, daughters Anna & Sara, and their dog, Cooper.
8 Works Selected as JWPepper Editor’s Choice!
We are excited to announce these 8 outstanding works for concert band and string orchestra, chosen recently as JWPepper Editor's Choice! Discover these exceptional compositions and elevate your ensemble's performance to new heights! We Belong Exciting, expressive, and...
Marching Band Shows: One Key to Perfect Ensemble Timing
Check out the second portion of my chat with John Denis, Assistant Professor of Music Education at Texas State University, as we continue our chat about some of the simple concepts your band can implement next year to take it to the next level! If you missed the first...
6 Rehearsal Strategies That Transform Your Marching Band Shows
Introduction Whether you're a seasoned band director or a novice, these strategic tips are designed to enhance your performances and make your marching band rehearsals more efficient. We'll explore everything from leveraging click tracks for accurate tempo changes,...
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