Orien Landis
Director of Bands
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]
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]