Sam Lyons, Timberlane Regional School District

Sam is a violinist, conductor, and music educator hailing from the sunny state of Maine. Sam received his Bachelor's in Music Education from the University of Southern Maine. Currently, Sam works as the 6-12 orchestra director for the Timberlane Regional School District in Plaistow, New Hampshire. He is also the assistant conductor for the University of New Hampshire's Youth Symphony Orchestra program and the String Council Chair for New Hampshire Music Educator's Association (NHMEA). Over the past 10 years Sam has enjoyed teaching experiences in Maine, New Hampshire, North Carolina, England, and India. 

During the year Sam loves to play and teach various styles of music; he founded and leads the Timberlane Fiddler's, enjoys performing as a freelance violinist/fiddler, and is a member of Reverend Finster, an all-acoustic REM tribute band. When not playing music, you may find him hiking, reading, or in the pool. 

Susie Stevens, Portsmouth Christian Academy