Episode 17 | Amanda Mariño Stevenson

From the Rio Grande Valley to leading one of Texas' premier high school band programs, 2002 graduate Amanda Stevenson's journey is one of passion, perseverance, and breaking barriers.In this episode of Once A Cardinal, Always A Cardinal, we sit down with Harlingen High School alumna Amanda Stevenson, who currently serves as the Director of Bands at Wakeland High School in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.Amanda's career has taken her from the Valley to some of the most respected music programs in Texas. She has led award-winning concert, marching, and jazz ensembles, served in leadership roles at Churchill, Taft, and Georgetown High Schools, and worked with some of the nation's top Drum Corps International organizations.She has also broken new ground as a female band director in a traditionally male-dominated field.But this conversation isn't just about awards, performances, or accomplishments. It's about the girl who grew up in Harlingen, the teachers and mentors who helped shape her, the challenges she encountered along the way, and the passion for music that has allowed her to influence thousands of young musicians.What did Amanda dream about when she was a Cardinal? Who helped shape her path? And what lessons from Harlingen High School have stayed with her throughout her career?Join us for another great Cardinal story on Once A Cardinal, Always A Cardinal.🎙️ Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us keep telling the stories of the men and women who started their journeys at Harlingen High School.#OnceACardinalAlwaysACardinal #HarlingenHigh #HarlingenCardinals #CardinalPride #WakelandHighSchool #BandDirector #MusicEducation #DrumCorps #RioGrandeValley #956