Jordan Cagle is in her fourth year as the color guard instructor for the Lakeshore Titan Band.
Her color guard career started Caldwell Parish High School where she spun for four years before attending the University of Louisiana Monroe where she spun for 5 years. Jordan was a member of TCA Independent Winterguard from Monroe, LA.
She was the previous guard instructor at West Ouachita High School. She is very thankful for all of the instructors and band directors that have pushed her to where she is today.
Carmen Vessel
Percussion Instructor
Carmen Vessel is a percussionist and educator based in southeast Louisiana. She earned her Bachelor of Music in Percussion Performance from Southeastern Louisiana University and has performed in a variety of settings, including orchestras, chamber ensembles, percussion ensembles, marching percussion, and as a soloist.
Her passion for music has led her to unique learning and performance opportunities around the world. Carmen studied traditional West African drumming in Guinea, West Africa, where she learned directly from master musicians, and further expanded her musical perspective through studies in Vienna, Austria. She also toured internationally with the Southeastern Louisiana University Choir, performing in Croatia and Venice, Italy.
As an instructor, Carmen is passionate about helping students build confidence, develop strong musical fundamentals, and discover the joy of making music. She strives to create a positive, encouraging, and engaging environment where students of all ages can grow as musicians while developing a lifelong appreciation for percussion.
Aldyn Ball
Visual Instructor
Aldyn Ball has a strong passion for the visual and fundamental aspects of the marching arts, as well as a deep commitment to helping students develop both as performers and individuals. She has experience teaching at the high school level during both marching band and indoor percussion seasons, where she has enjoyed mentoring students, refining performance techniques, and helping create a positive and rewarding educational experience.
As a performer, Aldyn participated in four years of marching band and indoor percussion throughout high school. During that time, she was consistently recognized for her exceptional leadership, dedication, strong work ethic, and enthusiasm for the activity. Her experiences as both a student leader and educator have shaped her teaching emphasizing the importance of discipline, accountability, teamwork, and continuous growth.
Aldyn believes that every student has the potential to succeed when provided with the right guidance, encouragement, and expectations. She is passionate about building an environment where students feel supported, challenged, and motivated to reach their highest potential. By focusing on strong fundamentals, effective visual performance, and personal development, she strives to help students gain confidence, develop lasting skills, and create meaningful experiences that extend beyond the marching arts.