CJ Durso - Director of Bands

CJ Durso has served as the director of bands at AGHS since 2014, where he is responsible for conducting the AGHS Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and various other small groups, as well as teaching courses in Guitar, Piano, Percussion, and Music Theory.  Prior to his appointment at AGHS, Mr. Durso served as  the assistant band director and Pit Orchestra conductor at Uniontown Area High School for three years.  Additionally, CJ has served as a performer and clinician throughout southwest Pennsylvania. 
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A Native of Masontown, PA, CJ graduated from Albert Gallatin High School, and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from West Virginia University.  

Chaz Gibson - Assistant Band Director

Chaz is a graduate of Albert Gallatin Senior High School, having completed his studies in 2015. Currently, he is pursuing a BA in Music Education, drawing upon a rich academic background that includes mentorship under various distinguished professors. His most recent studies have been under the guidance of Dr. Christopher Marra, focusing on his primary instrument, the Euphonium.

Chaz's profound passion lies in educating today’s youth through music, aiming to inspire them to become exemplary members of society. Since 2017, he has been an integral part of the AGHS Band, initially as a Brass Instructor and now serving as the Assistant Band Director. Additionally, he has contributed as the Assistant Band Director at Jefferson Morgan for a season. Chaz derives immense joy and fulfillment from his dual roles in music and teaching.

Beyond his commitments to the band, Chaz applies his skills and leadership as the Deputy General Manager at Regal Cinemas.

Amber Hildock- Auxiliary Coordinator 

Amber Hildock is a 2011 graduate of Albert Gallatin High School and a 2015 graduate from Robert Morris University, where she graduated with a bachelors degree in Psychology and a minor in Organizational Leadership. She has been dancing since the age of 2 competing regionally and nationally winning many awards. Amber has had wonderful opportunities studying under big name dance instructors from all over the world. Without them, she wouldn’t be where she is today in her dance career. Even though she loved being on stage and performing for others, her passion is teaching others the love of dance. Amber is currently a staff member teaching multiple genres of dance at KayStars Dance Revolution in Fairchance, Pa. She joined the AGHS Band in 2017, where she became the Auxiliary Coordinator. Though dance may be her strong suit, she finds joy in working with all three teams associated within the auxiliary and continuing to learn more about each group. When Amber isn’t busy teaching dance or working with the auxiliary, she is a wife and mother of 2 little girls.

Dylan Dubois - Percussion Instructor 

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Nathaniel Gibson - Visual Coordinator

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Meghan Angeline - Color Guard Instructor

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