Member Bio

Dennis began his musical training in his hometown of Brentwood, California, in 1961. Following high school he completed college in 1972 with a B.A. in Music Education and two advanced degrees in performance (M.M. and D.M.) in 1976. He has studied with Dr. Roscoe M. Booth, Univ. of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Donald Reinburg of the San Francisco Symphony, Gerard Swartz of the Boston Symphony, and Adolph "Bud" Herseth of the Chicago Symphony. Mr. Reese recently completed 35-years in CA in public education and continues to be involved in the Lincoln County School District # 2 in Afton, WY. His appointment as Conductor for the JHCB has fostered opportunities to develop new friendships and to share music. "I appreciate the unique talent of each member of the band and the commitment they demonstrate toward excellence and the development of musicianship through performance."