About Our Leadership
Band Director: Kyle Ferland
I’ll be completing my sixth year in the 2023-24 band season as Director of Bands at Winter Springs High School. Previously, I taught at Crystal River High School, Deltona Middle School, and most recently Wekiva High School in Apopka, FL. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Stetson University and a Master’s Degree in Music Education from Florida State University. From 2002-2004, I was a member of the Magic of Orlando Drum and Bugle Corps. In 2005, I joined the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps for my age out year.
I am currently a member of the Florida Bandmaster’s Association, Florida Music Educator’s Association, National Association for Music Education, and National Band Association. I am also a proud member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America. I remain an active performer with the Southern Winds Ensemble.
I’m honored and excited to continue the tradition of excellence established by the Winter Springs High School band program. To make things even better, I’m thrilled to work alongside with my wife, Kara Ferland, who has been the (awesome) chorus teacher at Winter Springs High School for her entire career.
Outside of teaching and playing music, I enjoy road cycling, playing basketball, and spending time with my wife Kara, my adorable daughter Mckenzie Joy, and my dog Rachmaninoff (Rachy).
Email: ferlankz@scps.k12.fl.us
Percussion Instructor: Bryant Bernal
I am the Drumline Instructor and Arranger for the UCF Drumline. In addition, I am also the Percussion Director at Winter Springs High School and Hagerty High School.
Visual Coordinator & Drill Designer: Tim Gallagher
I’ve been a teacher at Winter Springs High School for the past 21 years, where I currently teach AP Computer Science and Pre-Calculus. I’ve been a drill designer for numerous high schools throughout Florida for over 27 years. I’ve also worked with Drum and Bugle Corps and college marching bands.
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Miami, and a Masters degree in Secondary Mathematics Education from the University of Central Florida. I am also currently a member of the Central States Judges Association, adjudicating at marching band festivals throughout the Southeastern US each marching band season.