It's Mr. Blake Woolums' second year at Myers MS and in Denton ISD after serving in Spring ISD and Irving ISD. This year will be Mr. Woolums' 12th year of teaching and 9th in middle school. He received his Bachelor of Music Degree in 2013, and his Master of Arts, Band Studies in 2023; both from Sam Houston State University.  

Mr. Woolums is the Head Band Director, the woodwind specialist, and directs the Wind Ensemble here at Myers.

Mr. Woolums currently resides in Denton, TX with his wife and four children. When not in the band hall, he enjoys cooking for his family, playing board games with his wife, and enjoying his kids' antics. Also an avid reader, he's currently working his way through the Father Brown series and is always open to new fantasy/mystery/sci-fi recommendations! 

Mr. Brad Winders comes to Myers MS after working as the Music Director for Tioga ISD for 9 years. Brad is a graduate from the University of North Texas with a Bachelors in Music Education. While working within Tioga, Brad started the Middle School band program as well as Marching, Choir, and Jazz classes for the district. 

Brad has just celebrated his 6 year anniversary with his beautiful wife, Elizabeth and welcomed their first child, Robert, to the world in May of this year! As a long time Denton resident, Brad is ecstatic to bring his love of music to Denton ISD.