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Orien Landis
Director of Bands

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​Orien Landis has served as the Director of Bands at American Fork High School since 2019, maintaining and building upon the program's long-standing tradition of excellence. Under his leadership, the marching band has consistently achieved remarkable success, winning the Utah State Red Rocks Marching Band Championship every year during his tenure. The band has also claimed the Bands of America Utah Regional Championship three times, Bands of America Flagstaff Regional Champion, and earned prestigious finishes at the Bands of America Grand Nationals, including 13th place in 2022 and an impressive 8th place in 2024.
In addition to his marching band responsibilities, Mr. Landis directs three concert bands, the Cavemen of Note; the programs top jazz ensemble, and teaches beginning brass classes at American Fork Junior High. These ensembles consistently demonstrate high levels of musical achievement, with all concert bands regularly earning superior ratings at district and state festivals. The jazz band has also been a perennial qualifier for the state festival, where it has earned superior ratings annually.
Mr. Landis's dedication and contributions to music education have been nationally recognized. He was named one of SBO Magazine's "50 Music Educators Who Make a Difference" and was honored by Yamaha's "40 Under 40" program, which highlights outstanding music educators shaping the future of music education.
A native of Oklahoma, Mr. Landis holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Tulsa and a Master of Music in Instrumental Wind Band Conducting from the University of Utah, where he studied under Scott Hagen.
Mr. Landis is honored to work at American Fork High School alongside dedicated students, talented staff, and a supportive administration, fostering a culture of musical excellence and personal growth.
He is married to his wife, Danielle, and together they have two children. Mr. Landis's professional affiliations include the Utah Music Educators Association (UMEA), the Utah Bandmasters Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Music Fraternity.
Mr. Landis's professional affiliations include: Utah Music Educators Associations and currently serves as the UMEA Band VP, Utah Bandmasters Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Music Fraternity. 

Orien Landis email: [email protected]
  • Home
  • Performance Groups
    • Marching Band
    • Main Page Concert Bands
    • Concert Band (B1)
    • Symphonic Band (A2)
    • Wind Symphony (B2)
    • Jazz Bands
    • Percussion
  • The Weekly Beat
  • Student Resources
    • Student Resources
    • Band Council
  • Calendar
  • Fundraising & Sponsors
    • Sponsors
    • Fundraising
  • Staff
    • ​Orien Landis
    • Dana Slabaugh
    • McKayla Wolf
    • Michelle Clements
    • Bix Hollenbach
    • Michele Alger
    • Emily Zabriskie
    • Jessica Glasgow
    • Jaycee Wilson
  • Volunteers
    • Background Check Info
    • Volunteer Sign-Up
    • Band Moms
    • Band Dads
    • Booster Board
    • By-Laws
    • Board Meeting Minutes
    • Defensive Driving
  • History
    • The Early Years (1923-1937)
    • Heather Christensen
    • Alumni
    • 2021-2022
    • 2020-2021 >
      • Marching Band - Starry, Starry Night
    • 2019-2020 >
      • Marching Band - The White Queen
    • 2018 - 2019 >
      • Marching Band - Another Viewpoint
      • Grand Nationals 2018
      • Concert Band
      • Jazz Band
    • 2017 - 2018 >
      • Marching Band - Dimensionality
    • 2016 Beyond Limits
    • 2015 Red Sky
    • 2014 Bad Hair Day >
      • Macy's Parade 2014
    • 2013 Fury >
      • 2012-13
      • Band Camp Pics 2013
    • AFHS Band 2012 >
      • Rose Parade 2012
      • 2011-12
    • AFHS Band 2011
    • 2010-11
    • Links
  • AF Bands Merch
    • AF Band Store (Official Band Jackets)
    • AF Band Fan Swag
  • Photos
  • Color Guard
    • Cadet Guard
    • Junior Guard
    • Summer Guard
  • Donate
  • FAQs
    • Band Glossary