Phil Homiller

Assistant Director of Athletic Bands

Phil Homiller recently retired after 28 years as Director of Bands at Asheboro High School, where he built a band program that was widely recognized across NC. For much of that time, Asheboro boasted the largest marching band in NC, averaging over 200 musicians, three large concert bands, a thriving jazz program and numerous small ensembles. Mr. Homiller was recognized by his peers in the Central District Bandmasters Association with the “Award of Excellence” in 2010 and as “Band Director of the Year” in 2004. He was recognized by The University of North Carolina - Greensboro as part of the inaugural class of “Inspirational Educators” in 2019. A graduate of Northwestern University, Mr. Homiller was the Head Drum Major for the famed “Wildcat” Marching Band and played euphonium in the Northwestern University Symphonic Wind Ensemble, under the direction of the legendary John P. Paynter. He then taught for two
years in Huntley, Illinois . During graduate study at Bowling Green State University, he served as graduate conductor of the University Band and as graduate assistant director for the BGSU “Falcon” Marching Band in addition to many other duties.