Meet Our Staff

Spirit of HPU Band

Meet the driving force behind our extraordinary marching band—the dedicated and skilled staff who shape every note, step, and performance with passion and expertise. From experienced directors to talented instructors, our team is committed to fostering musical excellence and creating an environment where each member thrives.

Dr. Danny Frye

Director of Athletic Bands

Dr. Danny Frye is High Point University's first-ever Director of Athletic Bands. Charged with developing a more vibrant athletic program to enhance school spirit and pride, Dr. Frye has embarked on an ambitious plan to establish the High Point University Marching Panthers Band, and develop a unique band experience to enhance the HPU game-day experiences and campus life. Under Frye's leadership, the Band has grown significantly, both in numbers and quality.

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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.

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Stephanie Caldwell

Colorguard Instructor

Stephanie Caldwell is an alumna of High Point University. She works as an elementary school teacher in Davidson County Schools. In addition to high school marching band and winter guard, Stephanie marched Music City Drum and Bugle Corps in the summer of 2018. She has been working as a color guard instruction since 2015 and has worked with guards at High Point University, Lenoir-Rhyne University, Avery County High School, and Hickory High School.

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