Our Director

Mr. Matthew W. Flenner, Director of Bands, joined the Eustis High School Panther Band in the Summer of 2010. Mr. Flenner, his wife Anne and daughter Lesley have relocated to this area from Chiefland, Florida.

Mr. Flenner received his bachelor's degree with Cum Laude honors in Music Education K-12 (Instrumental and Vocal Pedagogy) in 1999 from Marshall University in West Virginia.  During his time at Marshall University he was a member of the Marching Thunder, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and 12'oclock Jazz Ensemble.  He has performed with jazz greats such as Bill Prince, Alvin Bapiste, and Dave Valentin.

Mr. Flenner has been teaching for 11 years, and ensembles under his direction have received many awards and accolades.  He was also selected as Teacher of the Year in 2006-07. During his career, Mr. Flenner has coached both boys and girls varsity high school tennis, and his current professional affiliations are with the MENC, FBA, FSMA/FMEA, and the USTA. 

Mr. Flenner is currently finishing up course work with the University of Florida in pursuit of a Master's in Music Education.