Executive Board

PRESIDENT

Jonathan developed a passion for musical performance in high school when he was immediately welcomed into the band family at Allen High School despite having never played an instrument before. Participating in all types of concert, marching, and jazz ensembles during his scholastic career and beyond helped fuel Jonathan's drive to bring the same musical opportunities he received to everyone around him. Jonathan strongly believes that everyone should have a chance to perform at their best and grow, whatever level that is for them individually. Jonathan has been with the Oak Lawn Band trumpet section since 2020, performs with the Allen Community Band, and serves as part of the OutFront business resource group DFW leadership team for Capital One Bank. Outside of performing arts Jonathan enjoys creative writing, gardening, and traveling.

VICE PRESIDENT

Megan grew up in Central Illinois, but spent most of her childhood imagining she was in a galaxy far, far away. She came to Texas in 2013 to pursue a Master's in Linguistics. Even though Megan chose Theater over Band in high school, she always loved music and looked for opportunities to play. At her first Pride parade in 2016, she was delighted to discover the Oak Lawn Band, and has been part of the percussion section since. Megan has more than 10 years of experience as a non-profit administrative assistant, and is excited to bring her skills to the Board. Currently, Megan works as a barista and a part-time church planter. She is passionate about theology, seeing others live as their authentic selves, and arguing about Star Wars. She loves doing puzzles, hanging out with her wife, and snuggling with her dog.

SECRETARY

Michael Eaves is a Texas and DFW native. He grew up in Sachse, Texas where his love for music began. Michael's passion for music took off after he graduated high school in 2012. After graduating he joined the eleven-time winner of the Barbershop Harmony Society international barbershop contest, The Vocal Majority. After leaving The Vocal Majority, Michael discovered the joys of playing instruments. In the fall of 2016, Michael joined the Oak Lawn Band's clarinet section. In addition to playing in the band, Michael has also written a few pieces for the band, and has expanded his composition style thanks to the band. Since joining Michael has performed in World Pride in New York City in 2019, as well as attended the LGBA conference in Orlando in 2019.

DIR. OF MEMBERSHIP

Originally from Barrington, IL, Paul moved to the DFW Metroplex in 2010 and is celebrating his tenth year of playing oboe with the OLB. While not a musician by trade, it has always been his accompanist throughout life's endeavors. Starting oboe in the 5th grade, he grew up playing concertos from Marcello to Haydn; along the way he picked up tenor sax and marched to more contemporary tunes throughout high school and college. Today Paul puts himself in the category of "hobbyist oboist," as off the stage he is a Sr. Manager in the Revenue Management department at Southwest Airlines in Dallas, TX. Paul holds degrees in aviation, French, and business from University of North Dakota and Texas A&M University - Commerce. Outside of music Paul is an avid world traveler, cook, and cyclist. Paul lives with his partner and their cat, Orion, in Irving, TX.

DIR. OF FUNDRAISING

Frank Medrano grew up being in Band since elementary school. Some of his fondest memories were with Band. He would go on to play through college graduating in 2005 playing with the SMU Marching Band, Meadows Symphony Orchestra and various Jazz Ensembles. Fast forward to today, over 15 years without playing a note. Hesitant, Frank did not think he would be good enough to play with any group. He joined the Oak Lawn Band and it is like he never left. Band is fun. Band is welcoming. Band is for everyone! OLB wants you! OLB needs you!

DIR. OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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DIR. OF SOCIAL MEDIA

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