Band Directors

Robert Cheek has been the Director of Bands at Lone Oak ISD since 2023 and has been in music education for 14 years. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Tyler where his major instrument of study was drums and percussion. 

Mr. Cheek is a graduate of Mabank High school in Mabank, Texas where he was born and raised. He now lives in Quitman Texas with his wife Brandi and their 5 children Walter, Adrian, Lewis, Robin, and Wesley.

Marina Coronado has been the Assistant band director at Lone Oak ISD since 2024. She began her teaching career in 2020 and is a graduate of West Texas A&M with flute being her main instrument of study under the direction of Helen Blackburn, professor of flute studies.  

Ms. Coronado is the director of the Middle School Band and she assists with the high school band, beginner band, and jazz band.

Ms. Coronado is a graduate of Ferris High School and now lives in Greenville Texas with her dog Fogo, close to her family. Her primary instrument is flute and she also teaches low brass.

Aleah Strang is an alumni of the Lone Oak Mighty Buffalo Band. She was a flute player and colorguard captain during her tenure. 

As a leader, Aleah's contributions were a big part of what has helped make the band program what it is today. Since graduation she has been working alongside directors as our color guard director and choreographer while also attending college.