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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.
Santa Clara Vanguard & “Vagabond”
Learn about the Santa Clara Vanguard’s 2024 production, “Vagabond”! Complex design, an intriguing concept, innovative backpacks, and no props make this a memorable production. Featuring Daniel Morrison, Michael Gaines, Paul Rennick, Andy Toth, and Evan VanDoren, moderated by Tim Hinton.
Marching Band & Grit: Insights from Angela Duckworth
Introduction In music education, especially within the dynamic arena of marching band, the concepts of passion, perseverance, and grit intertwine to shape the experiences of students as they strive for musical excellence. Drawing parallels from Angela Duckworth's...
The Power of Growth: Developing a Growth Mindset in Marching Band
Marching band is not only about playing music and marching in formation, but also an activity that requires dedication, teamwork, and personal growth. Moreover, one key factor that can greatly impact the success and development of individuals in marching band is...
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