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Center Point Secondary Campus

Home of the Fighting Pirates

Band

On the Field or in the Auditorium, we are the sound of Pirate Pride!

Transforming Band Programs through Excellence, Leadership & Music

Meet our New Band Director

A close-up portrait of a middle-aged man with short blond and gray hair, a neatly trimmed gray goatee, wearing a dark blazer over a black shirt, framed in a gold circle.

Alan Perkins, B.M., M.M., M.F.A.

Alan holds degrees from Morehead State University (B.M.) and Ohio University (M.M., M.F.A.). He continued his studies as a graduate assistant in Band and Music Theory, working with noted educators and composers.

Throughout his career, he has presented workshops and clinics for the Ohio Music Education Association and the California League of Middle Schools State Conventions.

Mr. Perkins mission is simple: “Help every band program reach its highest potential.” Alan has dedicated his career to building outstanding band programs and developing musicians, leaders, and life-long learners. With experience in Ohio, California, and Texas, Alan Perkins brings a wealth of knowledge, energy, and practical strategies to help directors take their programs to the next level.

 

Your 2026 - 2027 Center Point ISD Band Syllabus

 

Career Highlights

Recognized at State and National Level

Director of award-winning concert, jazz, and marching bands in Ohio, California, and Texas.

Highlights

El Toro Band - 2003-2004: Superior ratings in concert, jazz, and marching; Class AAA Champion - Western Band Association Marching Band Championships (Second Place Finalist - Bands of America, Arizona).

Highlights

Numerour awards including Second Place Finalist (Band) and Outstanding Visual Award - Bands of America Regional in Las Vegas, NV.

Published

A published composer and arranger with extensive works for concert, jazz, and marching bands.

Contributions

Active clinician and adjudicator across the U.S. for Drum Corps International, Winter Guard International, Bands of America, U.S. Bands, TGCA, and more.

Experience

Professional hornist with experience in Orchastral, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Commercial settings.

School Song and Fight Song

The School and Fight Songs performed by the Center Point Band, the sound of Pirate Pride.

Marching Band Develop­ment

Program Design and Evaluation. Drill and Visual Instruction. Rehearsal Efficiency. Competitive Preparation.

Leader­ship Training

Drum Major Development. Student Leadership Workshops. Team Building. Program Culture.

Concert Band Clinics

Performance Preparation. Tone and Musicianship. Literature Guidance. Festival and Contest Preparation.

Program Growth

Long Range Planning. Recruitment and Retention. Community and Parent Relations. Program Sustainability.

Lead. Inspire. Elevate.

Extra-Curricular Activities/Clubs/Organizations

National or School-Sponsored Extra-Curricular Organizations here at Center Point ISD.