Andrew Desmond is the Assistant Band Director at Lakota East High School in Liberty Township, OH, a role he has served in since 2022. At Lakota East, he directs the school's freshman bands, assists with the three main campus bands, and co-directs the marching band. Prior to working at Lakota East, Andrew was a band director at Milford High School (Milford, OH) and Lake Oswego High School (Lake Oswego, OR).
Andrew was a member of the Madison Scouts in 2013-14, performing on both tuba and baritone. After aging out, he served as a visual staff member for the Blue Knights from 2015-18. In 2019 he was the Visual Caption Head at Phantom Regiment. He also served on the instructional staffs of the Crossmen, Oregon Crusaders, and Cap City Percussion.
Andrew holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from The Ohio State University and a Masters of Education from Clemson University. He is excited to be returning home to the Madison Scouts for the 2026 season.
