In this episode of the Marching Arts Utah Podcast, we visit Maple Mountain High School to meet the students and educators behind one of Utah’s rising marching band programs. Director of Bands MiKae Osborn shares his journey from student musician to educator, reflecting on the teachers, experiences, and mentors who shaped his career.

The conversation also spotlights several outstanding student leaders, including nationally recognized saxophonist and composer Palmer Brandt, along with drum majors Caden Lyman, Grant Weston, and Hunter Voorhees, who discuss leadership, musicianship, and the unique challenges of guiding a marching band.

From national honor ensembles and original compositions to the realities of student leadership and the pursuit of excellence, this episode offers an inside look at the culture, dedication, and community tha ...