Mr. Adam Lara is a two time graduate of Texas Christian University with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education and a Masters Degree in Music Performance. He has taught successfully in various schools in the DFW area and will be starting his 14th year at Diamond Hill Jarvis in the Fall of 2020. Along with being a teacher, Mr. Lara is also a professional instrumentalist, singer and arranger. He has been nominated for a Grammy for his work on a recording several years ago. He has been a Region 20 jazz division chairman as well as serving as the first ever Region 7 Orchestra Chairman. He has served on various committees both at DHJ and at other schools. This will be his 28th year of teaching as the director of the Mighty Band of Eagles. Mr. Lara is also in demand as a performer in various bands throughout the DFW area.