Mr. Tyndall is a native of Clinton, North Carolina and currently the Band Director and Instrumental Music Teacher at South Columbus High School where he is enjoying having been a musical educator for 20 years and counting. Due to the influence of some amazing educators coupled with a natural aptitude for music, he knew he wanted to become a band director as early as middle school. He attended college at Greensboro where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education and Music Performance. While a student at UNC-Greensboro, Mr. Tyndall performed with the nationally acclaimed UNCG Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Jazz Band and Trombone Ensemble. In addition to his ensemble experience, he has performed as a soloist, clinician, and private teacher on numerous occasions. He has performed with the Fayetteville Symphonic Band, Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra, Carolina Philharmonia and Second Time Around Big Band. Mr. Tyndall is also the recipient of numerous awards and scholarships. In 2000 he attended the North Carolina Governor's School with a concentration in Instrumental Music. He is also the recipient of the North Carolina Teaching Fellows Scholarship and the Elizabeth von Nappon Music Scholarship. He is a member of several professional organizations including NAfME, SEDBA and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America. Over the years Mr. Tyndall's students have participated in MPA, Solo & Ensemble and various honors bands. In 2009, Mr. Tyndall was selected to be the clinician for the PSRC Honors Band. He was the conductor of the Sampson County Schools Middle School All-County Band in April 2019. Mr. Tyndall was also named the 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year at Littlefield Middle School. During most summers Mr. Tyndall works as a trainer to help evaluate NBPTS portfolios. He has also worked as staff at several summer music camps and high school marching bands.

Wayne Linton is a clarinetist, educator, and community leader based in Whiteville, North Carolina. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Music Education from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke in 2022. Mr. Linton currently serves as the Band Conductor at Central Middle School and the Assistant Band Conductor at Whiteville High School. In addition to his work in education, he is the Conductor of the Columbus Community Band during our Fall and Winter seasons, where he has led the ensemble through a variety of public performances and community engagements. With a commitment to both musical excellence and community development, Wayne Linton continues to inspire through his leadership, musicianship, and service.