September 7th, 2024 - As fall arrives, it's time to step into action! Join the Student Academy of Musical Leaders for our annual Fall Step-Off event at Downey High School. This event is tailored for students competing in band reviews, parades, and conducting field shows, and those eager to enhance or learn these skills while developing their leadership abilities. Don’t miss a step - register today and take your skills to the next level! … Read more
August 10th, 2024 - SAML Alumnus and graduate of Glendora High School Sean Dixon earns a 7th place finish at the RSPBA European Championships in Perth Scotland!
August 10th, 2024 - SAML Alumni and brothers Grant and Jack Coombs perform with the PACIFIC CREST Drum Corps at the DCI World Class Championships in Indianapolis Indian!
August 6th, 2024 - SAML Alumni DeMarqis Frazier and Julia Framan lead the GOLD Drum Corps to a bronze medal at the DCI Open Class Championships in Marion Indiana!
July 14th, 2024 - Student leaders from across the region gathered at Concordia University Irvine for the inaugural Summer Summit of the Student Academy of Musical Leaders!
2024 CHAMPIONS!
AVANT GARDE
B. Watson, Rim of the World HS
E. Joaquin, Santiago HS
S. Aguilar, Loara HS
W. Preston, Martin L. King HS
I. Choi, John F. Kennedy HS
CONDUCTING
G. Ibarra, Magnolia HS
M. Ngo, Lakewood HS
Ju. Framan, Chino Hills HS
R. Hoang, Loara HS
F. Reamico, John F. Kennedy HS
CONTEMPORARY
A. Urrieta, Garey HS
S. Bourland, Santiago HS
Je. Framan, Chino Hills HS
A. Martin, John F. Kennedy HS
F. Reamico, John F. Kennedy HS
TRADITIONAL
J. Delgado, Anaheim HS
G. Ibarra, Magnolia HS
Je. Framan, Chino Hills H
E. Moreno, Loara HS
K. Hagerman, Magnolia HS
TOP SCHOOL
John F. Kennedy High School
Loara High School
Magnolia High School
Santiago HS (CO) High School
Chino Hills High School
GRAND COMBINED
G. Ibarra, Magnolia HS
Ju. Framan, Chino Hills HS
F. Reamino, John F. Kennedy HS
S. Bourland, Santiago HS
R. Hoang, Loara HS
T-PATTERN SEASON
S. Aguilar, Loara HS
E. Joaquin, Loara HS
A. Urrieta, Garey HS
Je. Framan, Chino Hills HS
W. Preston, Martin Luther King HS
VIRTUAL
Á. García Cuatecatl, Aguiluchos Marching Band
S. Morillon Campos, Aguiluchos Marching Band
N. Agüero Juárez,, Aguiluchos Marching Band
J. Romano Coutiño, Aguiluchos Marching Band
PROMOTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENT LEADERS
TO INSPIRE CHANGE IN THE MARCHING & MUSIC COMMUNITY
What We Do…
We provide student leaders in the 5th -12th grades involved in the marching and music performing arts a platform to challenge their creativity, advance their skills and leadership through modern competitive events and progressive education.
Student Academy of Musical Leaders (SAML) was founded by former Drum Majors and Music Leaders dedicated to the advancement of the marching and music performing arts.
Student Academy of Musical Leaders (SAML) was founded in 2020 by a close-knit group of former Drum Majors and Music Leaders who wanted to provide student leaders a competitive circuit that pushed the limits of their creativity, offered support and guidance in their growth as young leaders, and assisted them in refining their skills as musicians and creators. This led to the creation of the “T Pattern” and other innovative performance formats and educational programs.
With passion and undeniable drive, the founding members of SAML were able to create a circuit that truly focuses on the ever-changing needs of student leaders involved in the marching and music performing arts.
SAML is based in Southern California and hopes to expand its reach in the future and is currently offering its programs to students in grades 5-12. SAML is also a 501(c)3 Non-Profit organization.