06/17/2025
Welcome, Mr. Norton!!! We look forward to seeing you at the FAC!!!
Mr. Norton, a native of Stockbridge, Georgia, is a recent graduate of Mercer University, where he earned a Bachelor of Music Education degree. During his time at Mercer, he served as principal euphonium for both the Mercer University Wind Ensemble and the Mercer University Brass Band. He also contributed to the Mercer University Marching Band as a brass technician in his second and third years, supporting instructional efforts and fostering his passion for the marching arts.
This passion led Mr. Norton to perform on the world stage with the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps from Casper, Wyoming, during the 2024 Drum Corps International season.
Mr. Norton completed his student teaching at Houston County High School under the mentorship of Head Director Mr. Jay Davis and Assistant Director Mr. Dillion Watkins. During this experience, he conducted various award-winning ensembles and was featured as a guest conductor with the HCHS Wind Symphony during honor band performances at both Troy University and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Under the guidance of Mr. Davis and Mr. Watkins, he honed his instructional and conducting skills through extensive classroom experience and professional development.
In addition to his collegiate and student teaching experiences, Mr. Norton has been an active marching band clinician throughout Georgia. He has worked with programs including Jackson County High School in Hoschton, East Coweta High School in Sharpsburg, and served as a full-season visual staff member with the Houston County Marching Band in Fall 2024.
Mr. Norton is thrilled to begin his tenure as Director of Bands at Upson-Lee High School, where he will lead the Marching Knights, Concert Band, Winter Guard, and Percussion Ensemble beginning this fall.
Go Knights!
