AMBER BACKUS

Clarinet, Piano & Beginner Mariachi Guitar 

Amber Backus graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio with a Bachelor of Music Education with Instrumental Concentration. Amber is currently the band and choir director at Waltham Schools in Utica and has previously taught in Spring Valley, Grand Ridge, and DePue.

In addition to teaching and accompanying, Amber is also an active member of area ensembles, performing with the Spring Valley and DePue City Bands, Illinois Valley Community College’s Wind Ensemble, and the DeKalb Municipal Band.

Most recently she attended the Elgin Mariachi Workshop and is super excited to be directing the ensemble.