MFISD Band Directors

Anthony Leflet - Director of Bands

The 2024-2025 school year marks Mr. Leflet's 30th year in public school music education.  Mr. Leflet currently serves as the Director of Bands at Marble Falls High School and is starting his 7th year of teaching in Marble Falls I.S.D.  His job responsibilities include teaching the Mustang Marching Band, High School Wind Ensemble, High School Non-Varsity Jazz Band, all Beginning Low Brass classes at Marble Falls Middle School and co- teaching all other secondary instrumental ensembles. 

Mr.Leflet Received his Bachelors Degree in Music and Masters Degree in Music Education from Southwest Texas State University. During his time at SWTSU Mr.Leflet was involved with many ensembles including the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensembles, Trombone Choir, and Orchestra to name a few.

On a personal note, Mr. Leflet just celebrated his 30th wedding anniversary with wife Yarda.  They are the proud parents of two boys, Jack (21) and Jonathan (17).  Jack is a graduate of Marble Falls High School and Jonathan is a Junior this year. 

Brandon Sinde - Associate Director

Brandon Sinde is the Associate Director at Marble Falls High School in Marble Falls, Tx. Mr. Sinde is beginning his 10th year of teaching and his 10th year at Marble Falls High School. Mr. Sinde serves as the director of the Varsity Jazz Ensemble and the Non-Varsity Concert Ensemble. He also helps co-direct the Wind Ensemble and the Mustang Marching Band where he serves as the Marching and Visual Instructor. Mr. Sinde team teaches at Marble Falls Middle School where he teaches Beginning Trumpet, Beginning Horn and assists with all three Middle School Concert Ensembles. During his time at Marble Falls High School Mr. Sinde was the recipient of the Inspiring Teacher of the Year Award in 2018. 

Mr.Sinde received his bachelor's degree in music education and Trumpet performance from Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Tx. Mr.Sinde had the privilege of studying under Dr. Brian Walker, Dr. Bob Johnson, and Dr. Cara Pollard. During his time at Tarleton State University Mr.Sinde was a 5-year member of the Sound and the Fury Marching Band and served as Trumpet Section Leader for 4 years. Mr.Sinde was also a 5-year member of the Foul Play Basketball Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Jazz Ensemble 1. Mr. Sinde was also a part of the Tarleton State University Trumpet Ensemble that was invited to play at the International Trumpet Guild Conference in 2010.

​In his free time Mr.Sinde enjoys spending time with his Wife Olivia, newborn daughter Lillian, and dog Navi, playing Disc and Regular Golf, playing video games, and cooking. 

​Mr.Sinde's Professional affiliations are TMEA, TJEA, ATSSB and the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Music Fraternity of America. 

John Tyree - Director of Percussion

John Tyree is beginning his third year as the Percussion Director for Marble Falls ISD. Mr. Tyree is a percussionist originally from small-town Kentucky and holds a Bachelors in Music Education from Morehead State University and a Masters in Music Performance from Boston Conservatory.

Known for his versatility as a musician, he brings with him years of experience performing in contemporary, classical, jazz, rock, marching, and world music settings. Mr. Tyree has played with So Percussion, members of the SilkRoad Ensemble, the Commonwealth Lyric Opera, the North End Performing Arts Center, Sacred Winds, and the Cave Run Symphony Orchestra. His passion as a musician lies in collaboration, having worked with many different ensembles, composers, and artists including Sound Icon, David Crowell, Ben Levin, Bent Knee, and many others.

​As a teacher, Mr. Tyree has taught at a variety of schools around the country for 7 years, most recently serving as the Percussion Director for Weiss High School. Mr. Tyree is thrilled to be joining the team at Marble Falls and can’t wait to meet all of the amazing students and get started with the year!

Christian Rodriguez - Head Middle School Director

Christian Rodriguez is joining the Mustang Band as the Head Middle School Director. Originally from Alice, Texas, Mr. Rodriguez was spent the past seven years working at both Alice High School and William Adams Middle School. Mr. Rodriguez is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelors in Music Studies.  While at UT Austin,  he had the absolute privilege of studying under Dr. Robert Carnochan, Dr. Stephen Page and Harvey Pittel. Mr. Rodriguez performed with The University of Texas Longhorn Band, The University of Texas Wind Symphony, and The University of Texas Saxophone Ensemble. Additionally he has performed with community groups, The Corpus Christi Wind Symphony, and The Corpus Christi Municipal Band.

Mr. Rodriguez is excited to continue his career with the Marble Falls community and be a part of the Marble Falls Band Family.  

William Regalis - Assistant Middle School Director

Mr. Regalis will be starting the 2024-2025 school year as the new Assistant Band Director at Marble Falls Middle School. He is proud to be born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and is an alumnus of John Paul Stevens High School. Mr. Regalis most recently graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Studies (Music Education) from the University of Texas at San Antonio. During his time at UTSA, Mr. Regalis had the privilege of studying under the baton of Professor Ron Ellis, Dr. John Zarco, and Professor Troy Peters. He studied privately with Dr. Steve Parker and Professor John Caputo. While at UTSA, Mr. Regalis was a 4 year member of the Spirit of San Antonio Marching Band and one of the Trombone Section Student Staff Members for 3 years. Mr. Regalis also was a member of the UTSA Rowdy Roadrunner Spring Pep Band for 3 years. Mr. Regalis performed in several concert ensembles including the UTSA Wind Ensemble, UTSA Orchestra, UTSA Symphonic Band, UTSA University Band, and UTSA Trombone Choir. Mr. Regalis holds a Distinction in Performance Certificate from the UTSA School of Music in Bass Trombone Performance. Mr. Regalis is a very active member in community ensembles around San Antonio performing with the San Antonio Brass Band, Heart of Texas Concert Band, River City Big Band, Boerne Village Band, and he even co-founded a new community trombone ensemble called the San Antonio Slide Association.

This will be Mr. Regalis’ first year in public school music education. His teaching responsibilities include directing the Marble Falls Middle School Symphonic Band, Marble Falls Middle School Jazz Band, as well as teaching several beginning Band sections. He will assist in teaching the MFMS Wind Ensemble, MFMS Concert Band, MFHS Mustang Marching Band, as well as all other beginner band classes. Mr. Regalis is so excited to join the growing Marble Falls community and provide a enriching, inclusive musical experience for all of his students in the Marble Falls Middle School Band Program.

In his free time, Mr. Regalis enjoys watching NBA Basketball (San Antonio Spurs), NFL Football (Philadelphia Eagles), MLB Baseball (Texas Rangers). Mr. Regalis also loves to watch movies (Star Wars/Marvel). He enjoys spending time with his two dogs (Brutus, Loki), as well as spending time with family and friends!

Mr. Regalis’ professional affiliations include TMEA, TBA, NABBA, and Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity.