3700 Liberty Heights Ave. Henderson, NV 89052
702-799-2270 (x4040)
LOGAN BARROW - PERCUSSION HEAD
Logan was born and raised in Las Vegas and is an alumni of Liberty from the class of 2018. Currently, he is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Percussion Performance and a minor in Music Technology. Logan marched with Vegas Vanguard on Tenors for two shows; “Curtain Call” in 2019 and “Never A Lone” in 2020. Logan has performed with the UNLV Wind Orchestra as a Percussionist from 2023 to 2024, the Symphony Orchestra as Principal Percussionist from 2022-2023, and has regularly picked up marching percussion gigs through UNLV and its Percussion department. Such gigs include, drumming for the NFL Red Carpet Hall of Fame, drumming for Super Bowl watch parties, playing steel pans for steel band gigs, and performing in the Black Box theatre with the original drummer from the band Chicago. Danny Seraphine once said, “That’s some of the grooviest timpani playing I’ve ever heard” to Logan after their performances. He has assisted grad students by playing in their recitals at UNLV and also performed “Marimba Spiritual” as one of the percussionists for Kyle Bissantz’s DMA recital. While pursuing his degree he has worked at multiple venues throughout Vegas as a Sound Tech, such as: The Shag Room at Virgin Hotels, Easy’s Cocktail Lounge at The Aria, Dueling Pianos at the East Side Lounge, and more private events. Currently Logan is the Lead Audio/Visual Tech at The Composers Room and coordinates regularly with professional musicians of high regard. Starting this year (2024) as a Percussion Tech for Liberty, Logan aims to teach students how to have fun with their music while also providing the tools for them to exponentially grow into the best musicians they can be.
DONALD W. MALPASS, DMA - DIRECTOR OF BANDS
Email: malpadw@nv.ccsd.net
Defined by The Easterner as having, "wonderful vibrato and range of motion," and "astounding technical skill," Dr. Malpass has performed across the United States and is principal flute with the Desert Winds. He was principal flute for the University of North Texas (UNT) Symphony Orchestra and sat principal for the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Wind Symphony where he has performed on numerous recordings under the Klavier Music Productions record label, including Marquee Mojo, Lost Vegas, and Ventanas.
Upon graduating with a masters degree from UNT's College of Music, Dr. Malpass was accepted as a doctoral student to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Winning a full-ride scholarship, Dr. Malpass became a part-time instructor and graduate assistant for the university having taught Music Appreciation, Flute Ensemble, and private lessons. While attending UNLV, he wrote his dissertation titled, "A Historical Examination: The Role of Orchestral Repertoire in Flute Pedagogy." Currently he is finishing his second work, "From Etude to Excerpt: A Technical Guide for Orchestral Flute Repertoire."
Dr. Malpass has been a featured soloist for the EWU Wind Orchestra. He has performed with the Las Vegas Philharmonic, Spokane Civic Theatre, Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre, Henderson Symphony, Sarah Brightman, Il Divo, The Nevada Ballet, and Opera Las Vegas. He is also currently first substitute flutist for the Las Vegas Philharmonic. He has performed for numerous shows including, Beauty and the Beast, Carousel, Cabaret, The King and I, Amahl and the Night Visitors, My Fair Lady, and Into the Woods. In addition, he has won multiple gold and silver medals from MusicFest Northwest.
Currently in his seventh year at Liberty High School, Dr. Malpass is a strong advocate of music education having taught at the Las Vegas Academy, Clark High School, and the New York Music Academy. Dr. Malpass teaches a large studio in the Las Vegas area, having numerous students obtain seats in the Clark County Honor Bands and the Nevada All-State Band and Orchestra. In addition, his students have received full-ride scholarships for university enrollment and have also been winners for the Las Vegas Flute Club Young Artist Competition and Silver State Schools Concerto Competitions. Many of his students have continued with music, having been accepted to Northern Arizona University, University of Nevada - Las Vegas, University of Nevada - Reno, University of Arizona, Washington State University, and the University of North Texas.
Courses Include: Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Marching Band, and Jazz I & II
FRANCISO SERVIN - VISUAL DESIGN
Francisco “Cisco” Servin has been involved in the Las Vegas marching activity since 2012 as a visual designer, choreographer, and drill writer for various marching band and indoor percussion programs around the Clark County School District. Cisco is also a visual consultant for Millennium High School in Goodyear, Arizona and for Las Vegas's independent percussion ensemble, Sage V Percussion. He spent two seasons with The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps in 2012 and 2015 as a Tuba player and Vegas Vanguard Percussion in 2013, 2015, and 2016 as cymbal section leader.
Cisco is also a UNLV Class of 2018 Alumnus holding a degree in Biological Sciences and has published articles in Genetic Psychology/Immunology for the Nevada Institute of Personalized Medicine. His work on the genetics of Schizophrenia and similar disorders was published in the National Library of Medicine. He is very active in the strength training and fitness community and is currently working on a NASM-PT certification.
MARCO SCOTELLA - INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Email: scotema@nv.ccsd.net
I was born and raised in Colorado and my passion for music education started to become a reality in high school. I went to Wheat Ridge High School in Colorado and in my junior year we won a state marching band championship and finished in second place my senior year. During high school I moved from trumpet to trombone and my senior year I auditioned and was accepted to Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, Michigan State University, Hastings College, and the University of Colorado, Boulder. In 1995, I began my music education degree at the University of Colorado, Boulder. It was an amazing experience and one I am truly blessed to have experienced.
During my time in Boulder, I auditioned for the Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps and became a member of the baritone line from 1997-1998. Marching in the Phantom Regiment was a life altering experience. It was a gift in learning grit and mental toughness that has shaped who I am today.
I graduated from University of Colorado in 1999 and moved to Tennessee to begin my teaching career. I taught high school and middle school band. Most importantly I had a world class mentor guide me through the early years as a band director. In 2004, I completed my graduate degree in education at Middle Tennessee State University as well. Around 2008, I had the opportunity to move to Las Vegas and became the band director at Leavitt Middle School until May 2011. Upon the birth of my older daughter, I left the field to raise her and her sister.
While caring for my daughters, I continued to stay in education through guest teaching at many different public, private, and charter schools in Tennessee and Nevada while gaining experience in the academic classroom. Currently, I am working with the phenomenal music team at Liberty High School as an instructional assistant in the band program. Working with the students, the directors, and administration at Liberty High School is beyond amazing and I am humbled to be a small part of the program.
Outside of band, the joy and love of my life is watching my two daughters excel as straight A students, as competitive swimmers, study percussion, and pursue dance. In my free time I enjoy hiking, cooking, watching our fish, and loving life.
MS. SARAH PATNESKY, M.Ed - ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BANDS
Email: patnese@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Patnesky was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Edinboro University of PA with a Bachelors in Music Education in 2011 and later attended Southern Utah University for a M.Ed. in 2016. She moved to Las Vegas 10 years ago. Prior to becoming the Assistant Director of Bands at Liberty, she taught music at John C. Bass Elementary.
In her free time, Ms. Patnesky enjoys cooking, camping, and rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins, as well as the Vegas Golden Knights. Broadway musicals are one of her favorite things to listen to, especially RENT, Hamilton, Wicked, and Dear Evan Hansen.
Ms. Patnesky looks forward to continuing the tradition of music excellence at Liberty High School!
Courses Include: SYMPHONIC BAND, MARCHING BAND, JAZZ, FILM STUDIES, MUSIC APPRECIATION
STAFF FORMS
All staff must submit the following paperwork for payment as well as submit an invoice documenting the month, day, and time you have worked.
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SPECIAL THANKS
The Liberty High School Band would like to thank the following people for their educational or service contributions:
Mr. Derek Bellow - Liberty High School Principal
Mr. Newell Matavao - Liberty High School Assistant Principal
Mr. Ryan Dudder - Liberty High School Orchestra
Mr. Lamont Russell - Liberty High School Choir
The Liberty High School administrative team, Band Parents, and
all of the alumni and students that keep us going!
LOKI McLEAN - COLOR GUARD DIRECTOR
Email: mcleall@nv.ccsd.net
Loki McLean was born and raised in Las Vegas, NV and graduated from Liberty High School in 2021. He then started color guard coaching as a tech right after graduation. Loki has marched with Liberty for 2 and a half years starting in 2018. He marched with Vox Artium in the 2023 season winning 1st place in WGI Open Class Championships. Loki also marched with “Vox” for their 2024 season placing 9th in WGI World Class Championships. Due to living in Las Vegas, he would travel by car to San Diego every weekend for 7 months out of the year.
Loki was promoted to Guard Director at Liberty in 2024 and also started working as an Instructional Assistant at Liberty that same year. He is always looking forward to working with the students and helping the guard and band program grow as much as possible.
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