Fred J. Allen
Fred J. Allen taught over 40 years and included 24 years as Director of Bands at Stephen F Austin State University, 7 years at Abilene Christian University and in two public school districts. In 2024, he was named Texas Bandmaster of the Year.
Allen has conducted All-Region and All-State Bands throughout Texas and the United States. He often served as guest conductor for bands playing at the Midwest Clinic and the Texas Music Educators Association Convention, and has also conducted in Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Australia.
His arrangements and compositions have been played at conventions such as the Midwest Clinic, Texas Music Educators Association and in other states as well. Several of his works on are recommended state music lists for bands and flute choir.
by Stephen Lias; arr. Fred Allen
