Joshua Masterman
Joshua Masterman is Assistant Director of Bands at NCHS. Mr. Masterman conducts the Symphonic Band and Concert Band, assists the Marching Ironmen, and directs Jazz Ensemble I. Mr. Masterman also conducts the Eighth Grade Concert Band at Chiddix Junior High School, directs the Chiddix Jazz Band, and teaches fifth grade lessons at several schools in Unit 5. Prior to coming to Unit 5, Mr. Masterman was Director of Bands at El Paso-Gridley Unit 11 (2003-07), where he was responsible for all aspects of the band program in grades 5-12.
A graduate of Illinois State University (2002), Mr. Masterman was principle saxophone in the Wind Symphony and a featured soloist on the ensemble's critically acclaimed recording of the 2002 CBDNA conference performance (TROY 500), which included Minton's Playhouse by James Syler and the premiere of David Maslanka's Symphony No. 5. Mr. Masterman is an active freelance jazz musician in Central Illinois, performing with a variety of big bands, small groups, and touring shows. He is also a member of the orchestra at Eastview Christian Church.
Mr. Masterman is a member of the National Band Association, the Illinois Music Educators Association, and the Music Educators National Conference.