Kris received his undergraduate at Prairie View A&M University in Music Education and earned his Master’s of Music with a focus on Instrumental Conducting at Sam Houston State University.

He has been in public education for twelve years and currently serves as the Director of Bands for Lamar Consolidated ISD. Kris serves as a consultant in the greater Houston area mentoring and coaching in the areas of classroom management, curriculum development, and building positive cultures in the classroom. He is an active member of the Texas Music Educator’s Association and Texas Bandmasters Association.

Kris is an avid traveler having been to eight different countries, enjoys zydeco dancing, hiking, and is an adventure enthusiast. When he has some down time he enjoys exercise, watching movies, and spending time with friends.