Lesley Moffat is a passionate and accomplished educator, best-selling author, host of the Band Director Boot Camp podcast, and sought-after keynote speaker, guest conductor and retreat leader. With over thirty years of experience teaching middle and high school band in the Pacific Northwest, Lesley’s ensembles have captivated audiences across the US, Canada, and aboard cruise ships, with multiple performances at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and Disney theme. She is President and a founding member of the Washington Chapter of Women Band Directors International. Her work in the classroom and contributions to resources to support the well-being of music educators has earned her recognition in the WMEA Hall of Fame.

Fun Fact: Lesley, her husband, her father, and all three of her children have performed at Carnegie Hall.

March 2026 Music Educators Journal
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