Kevin McLellan

Kevin L. McLellan is an accomplished music educator, band director, clinician, and professional keyboardist with over twenty years of experience in music education, performance, and program leadership. He currently serves as Director of Bands at Dillon Middle School in Dillon, South Carolina, where he leads a thriving, comprehensive band program serving over 130 students. Under his leadership, the program has earned consistent Superior and Excellent ratings, nine consecutive Outstanding Performance Awards from the South Carolina Band Directors Association since the school open in 2012, and multiple historic first-time performances at regional and national festivals.

Mr. McLellan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Claflin University, graduating with academic and performance honors. He is an active member of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), South Carolina Band Directors Association (SCBDA), South Carolina Music Educators Association (SCMEA), and the National Band Association(NBA). He also serves as the South Carolina Chair for the Tri-M Music Honor Society, where he provides statewide leadership and advocacy for student musicians and music education programs.

In addition to his educational work, Mr. McLellan maintains a distinguished performance career as a professional keyboardist and church musician, performing nationally with award-winning gospel artists and ensembles. He is an endorsed artist for Nord Keyboards, Juicy Earz In-Ear Monitors, and Diamond Star Sticks, and has been featured in Hammond Organ World for his artistry and contributions to the music community. He has also been featured as an artist at the NAMM Show, the world’s largest music industry convention.

Through his work as an educator, performer, and advocate, Kevin L. McLellan exemplifies a commitment to excellence, leadership, and service, advancing music education while inspiring students and colleagues at the local, state, and national levels.

Organization: NAFME, SCMEA, SCBDA, NBA, Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity, Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. Scottish Rite 33^rd Degree Mason, NAMM