Raul Candelaria is in his 12th year as a Texas music educator at Horizon High School in El Paso, Texas. He is Director of Bands for the marching band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz 1 and he also assists with the Concert band and Jazz II. Raul has also assisted with the feeder schools throughout his time at Horizon High School. In December 2019, he earned his Master’s degree in Education Administration from Sul Ross State University. Raul Candelaria currently resides in El Paso, TX with his wife Antoinette and their four children Issac, Lilyen, Ethan and Dorian

Jose L Del Rio Jr is in his 12th year as a Texas music educator in El Paso, TX. Mr. Del Rio's responsibilities include the Symphonic Winds, Jazz 2, Guard and private lessons for Horizon High School. Mr. Del Rio has worked in the capacity of director for both Middle School and High School for Seagraves ISD, San Elizario ISD, Fabens ISD and now for Clint ISD. Mr. Del Rio is an active professional performing with local El Paso groups like Sonora Blu, La Guira and Azucar. Mr. Del Rio earned his Bachelors degree in Music Education in 2009 from the University of Texas at El Paso. He is also father to a beautiful little girl.

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