Timothy
Loest is a nationally known composer, arranger and music educator. His
young band publications possess an accessible, artistic style that
flows from nearly twenty-five years in the classroom.
Tim had his first
work published in 1995 by Warner Brothers Publications. Today he is an
exclusive writer for The FJH Music Company with 47 published
pieces and two published supplemental methods. His Warm-ups and Beyond
has sold over 80,000 copies and his band pieces, recorded by the
world-renowned Washington Winds, have been performed in over
twenty-five countries.
As a clinician, Tim delivers engaging and
thought-provoking presentations on various aspects of instrumental
music. His heart-felt approach to teaching has gained the attention of
education notables, including Dr. Curtis Funk, Associate Professor of Music Emeritus
at the Wheaton College Conservatory who said, "Tim Loest's years of
teaching and composing make him an encyclopedia of successful music
education methods and materials. His instruction is clear, organized
and comprehensive."
In addition to composing and teaching, Tim
is sought after as a guest conductor. He frequently directs bands in Illinois and has made appearances in Indiana, Wisconsin, Ohio, Texas, California and Georgia. He is
also a respected pedagogical consultant. Tim helped establish The FJH Band Series Guidelines. He also edited the very successful Superior Bands in Sixteen Weeks by Dr. Quincy Hilliard.
Tim is Director of Bands for the Itasca Public Schools in
Itasca, Illinois. An ASCAP award-winning composer, he strives to
broaden instrumental music education through his writing and teaching.
He welcomes commissions and can be contacted through his website.
