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Mr. Ian Pask

Mr. Ian Pask

Director of Bands

Ian is the Band Director at Fort Payne High School. He is a graduate of Jacksonville State University, where he earned both his Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees in Music Education.

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts in Music Education
Master of Arts in Music Education

Certifications

Class A

Classes Taught

• Concert Band — Co-teach
• Wind Ensemble — Lead, Co-teach
• Jazz Band — Lead, Co-teach
• Assists at the Middle School (as time permits)

Mr. Sawyer Strickland

Mr. Sawyer Strickland

Assistant Band Director

Mr. Sawyer Strickland is in his second year of teaching. He is from Birmingham, Alabama and attended Jacksonville State University.

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts — Music Education
Master of Arts — Music Education

Certifications

None listed

Classes Taught

• Beginning Woodwinds — Co-teaching
• Beginning Brass — Co-teaching
• Concert Band — Lead & Co-teaching
• Wind Ensemble — Co-teaching
• 8th Grade Concert Band — Co-teaching
• Jazz Band — Co-teaching

 

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Directors

🎼 Band Leadership

Meet the FPHS Band directors and staff.

Ensembles

🎶 Performance Groups

Concert band, marching band, jazz & more.

Band Calendar

📅 Important Dates

Rehearsals, events, and performance dates.

Donate!

💛 Support the Band

Make a contribution to FPHS Band programs.

New Band Parents

👪 Start Here

Information for incoming families and students.

Cut Time

📋 Band Management

Access the Cut Time band management portal.

Absence Form

📝 Reporting

Submit absences for band rehearsals or events.

Payments

💳 Online Fees

Pay band fees and other program expenses.

2025 Fall Show Media

📹 Performances

Watch videos and view photos from the 2025 season.