Walden Grove High School Instrumental Music Program
Instrumental Music Director Jacob Buchen [email protected] 520.625.3502 x 1842 Jacob Buchen graduated from the University of Arizona in 2022 with a Bachelor of Music Education (Music Secondary Education-Instrumental) . Originally from Southern California, Buchen moved to Tucson when he was accepted, on scholarship, to U of A. In school he was involved in many music groups such as the Pride of Arizona (drum major and section leader), Pep Band, and Wind Ensemble (principal tuba). Throughout his education, he has worked to develop an educational philosophy that ensures a positive, challenging, constructive, and inclusive learning environment while cultivating an appreciation for music for all students involved. This philosophy continues to be implemented at Walden Grove High School where he student taught under previous director, Ryan Carle-Ogren. Outside of the classroom, he has developed relationships with local community members, opening the door for his students to perform around the community, earn scholarships, and build connections to further their musical and educational careers. |
Red Wolf Regiment Marching Band Staff Lauren O'Donnell - Brass/Visual Rose Aguilar - Woodwind Ben Flaneary - Pit Emily Kalberer - Percussion Nick Kopf - Percussion Joshua Hill - Guard Juan Carlos-Mateo - Show Design Aaron Dylewski - Visual |