Dear Goin’ Band, Alumni and Friends,

I hope this finds you all well.  This letter is to inform you about a few changes next season for the Goin’ Band.   Texas Tech University has approved a one-year leave of absence for Christopher Anderson so that he may pursue doctoral graduate study in Instrumental Conducting at the University of Texas.   This is an exciting and unique opportunity for Mr. Anderson and one that will allow him to fulfill his own dreams regarding his education.  

First of all, you need to know that Goin’ Band will operate as usual and we are looking forward to ushering in the Tommy Tuberville era of Texas Tech football.  The shows are already done, music is being arranged, drum majors and leadership area already meeting and the band office is fielding the normal high volume of new student inquiries on a daily basis. 

In consultation with both Dr. Dye and Mr. Anderson, and Director Ballenger, we have made the following changes for next year in Goin’ Band during Mr. Anderson’s absence.   Dr. Keith Dye will serve as the Acting Director of Goin’ Band and be responsible, much as he has in the past, of many of the administrative and logistical operations of the band in addition to his teaching duties.  Additionally, we are very proud and pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Duane Hill to the band faculty at Texas Tech University for next season.  Mr. Hill is no stranger to Texas Tech or the Goin‘ Band, and his responsibilities will largely serve in a teaching capacity for day-to-day operations.  He will be working in close concert with Dr. Dye and Dr. Asbill as well as the graduate band staff to maximize our team-teaching efficiency.

All three of us are excited about next season and what lies ahead for Goin’ Band.  We are happy for Mr. Anderson and his ability to fulfill a dream, we are proud and excited to have Tech Alumnus Duane Hill join our band family in an official capacity, and we are appreciative of Dr. Dye’s willingness to take the reins for this year. 

Please join me in congratulating and welcoming Mr. Hill to our faculty next year, and send best wishes to Mr. Anderson as he starts a fresh phase of his academic life. 

Good luck on the rest of your semester and….

Go Tech! 

Dr. Sarah McKoin

Mr. Christopher Anderson

Dr. Keith Dye