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Baylor Herrera is currently entering his second year of teaching, serving as the Assistant Band Director at Pearland Junior High East, and Alexander Middle School. His duties include assisting with the Honors Band, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band II, Conducting Concert Band I and teaching the beginning double reed low brass classes.

Mr. Herrera completed his bachelor's degree in music education at the University of Houston, graduating summa cum laude , and serving as the banner bearer for having the highest GPA in his class, in May 2022. Throughout his time at the Moores School of Music, Mr. Herrera studied trombone under the instruction of Mr. Brian Kauk. At the University of Houston, he was a member of numerous performing ensembles, which include: the Spirit of Houston Marching Band, Cougar Brass Symphonic Winds, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Orchestra. Mr. Herrera had the honor of serving as Drum Major in his final year as a member of The Spirit of Houston.

Prior to his time at East, Mr. Herrera served as the assistant director of bands at Space Center Intermediate in Clear Creek ISD. A proud product of the Texas public education system, Mr. Herrera attributes his passion for teaching to his parents who have combined have more than 65 years of teaching experience.

Mr. Herrera is an active member of the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, and International Trombone Association.