Kleb Band Staff

Christopher Gonzales is the Director of Bands at Kleb Intermediate School in Klein ISD. Mr. Gonzales previously served as Director of Bands at Dueitt Middle School in Spring ISD (2011-2018). During his time at Dueitt Middle School, the Symphonic Band was a State Finalist in the TMEA CC Honor Band Competition in 2015 and 2017 and the Symphonic Band and Percussion ensemble performed at the 2017 Music for All National Concert and Percussion Festival in Indianapolis. The Kleb Bands have consistently achieved superior ratings at UIL competitions, earned Best in Class awards at various festivals, Grand Champion titles at the Gator Music Festival, and was a National Winner in the Foundation for Music Education’s National Wind Band Honors. Continuing this tradition of excellence, the Kleb Symphonic Band was also invited and performed at the 2025 Music for All National Concert Festival in Indianapolis and was a State Finalist in the 2026 TMEA CCC Honor Band Contest.

In addition to his love of teaching, Mr. Gonzales is a highly sought-after clinician and guest conductor throughout Texas. He is passionate about providing equitable music education opportunities and has presented clinics on teaching in Title I schools at the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) convention, the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, and for the Texas Bandmasters Association. He also dedicates his summers in Salt Lake City with the Stone of Hope Youth Organization, mentoring at-risk children.

Mr. Gonzales is a proud alumnus of Sam Houston State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. He is a member of the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, and the Texas Music Adjudicators Association. Mr. Gonzales resides in Klein, Texas, where he cherishes quality time with his wife, Kim, and their three wonderful children — Evan (French Horn/Trumpet), Aubrie (Flute), and Elise (Trumpet). His family is his greatest source of joy and inspiration.

Hello Bearcubs! My name is Steven Cline, and I will be joining the Kleb staff this year. I’ll be teaching the brass classes and the concert bands this year. This is my 17th year of teaching, and I’m excited to meet each of you and get the new year started. 

I’m a Golden Eagle from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Bearkat from Sam Houston State University.

My main instrument is the trombone, and I enjoy helping students to discover the joys of making music. Outside of school, I enjoy fishing, traveling, gaming, and comedy. 

A fun fact about me — I had the opportunity to perform at Lambeau Field for the Green Bay Packers. I’m honored to be part of such a great team, an amazing campus, and a fantastic band program. Here’s to an awesome year ahead!