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The Force
Behind the music

meet the team

Students in the East Choir vertical team are led by passionate individuals who excel in their field as outstanding choral directors, are presenters at state and national conventions, are active as leaders at the campus and district level, conduct numerous festival and honor choirs, and are upstanding members of Wylie and the surrounding communities.  We encourage you to read more about our team through their individual pages.

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DR. NATHAN DAME

Director of Choral Activities, Wylie East

Dr. Dame is a nationally recognized choral educator whose work blends musical excellence with deep student connection. He strives to create a program where singers are challenged, supported, and inspired to become part of something bigger than themselves.

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ashley dame

Co-Director of Choirs, Wylie East

Mrs. Ashley Dame is a dynamic choral director whose work centers on heart, artistry, and belonging. She is passionate about helping singers feel known, grow in confidence, and experience the joy and connection that music can create.

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andrew carr

Associate Choral Director, Wylie East

Mr. Carr is a passionate choral conductor-teacher who brings energy, creativity, and community into every rehearsal. He helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and experience the joy of growing together through meaningful music-making.

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elizabeth harris

Associate Choral Director, Wylie East

Ms. Harris is a thoughtful choral educator who leads with care, patience, and purpose. She is committed to helping students feel supported, discover confidence in their voice, and grow as musicians in a place where they belong.

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lindsay barnes

Head Choral Director, Burnett

Mrs. Barnes is a passionate choral teacher who brings warmth, energy, and connection into the classroom. She is committed to helping young singers feel known, grow in confidence, and discover the joy of belonging through music.

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sam benavidez

Associate Choral Director, Burnett

Mr. Benavidez is a passionate choral educator who brings energy, creativity, and joy into the classroom. He helps students build confidence, discover their voice, and experience the connection that comes from making music together.

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BRENT BARNES

Head Choral Director, Parker

julianna ake

Head Choral Director, Hampton

emma barrow

Head Choral Director, Harrison

Mr. Barnes loves the power of music and how it connects individuals from all different backgrounds and cultures.  He is driven to providing the best choral music experiences possible for his students and program.

Mrs. Ake is thrilled to begin the choral program at Hampton Intermediate and build excitement about the Raider Choral program at a young age!

Ms. Barrow is a recent graduate of UNT and student taught in Denton ISD.  She is thrilled to begin her career as a Harrison Raider!

CONTACT THE DIRECTORS

For information on the Raider Area Choral Department, please contact the campus director at the information provided.  

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Wylie East High School Raider Choirs
Nathan & Ashley Dame, Andrew Carr, Elizabeth Harris, Directors
(972) 429-3168
nathan.dame@wylieisd.net
ashley.dame@wylieisd.net
andrew.carr@wylieisd.net

elizabeth.harris@wylieisd.net

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Burnett Junior High School Raider Choirs
Lindsay Barnes & Sam Benavidez, Directors
(972) 429-3216
lindsay.barnes@wylieisd.net

samuel.benavidez@wylieisd.net

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Parker Junior High School Raider Choirs

Brent Barnes, Director

(972) 429-TBD

brent.barnes@wylieisd.net

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Hampton Intermediate School Raider Choirs

Julianna Ake, Director

(972) 429-TBD

julianna.ake@wylieisd.net

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Harrison Intermediate School Buccaneer Choirs
Emma Barrow, Director
(972) 429-3316
Email TBD

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