Director Of Bands

Ms. Leitschuh

Amelia Leitschuh, from Hudson, Florida, is a K-12 music educator and trombonist beginning her position as Band Director for Pasco High School in the 2023-2024 school year. Her experience with music began on the piano in elementary school. She has been playing the trombone for over 10 years, beginning with middle school band and growing her passion for music ever since by participating in school and community ensembles throughout Pasco and Hillsborough counties.

Ms. Leitschuh earned her Bachelor’s in Music Education at the University of Tampa, as well as completing her final internship in Pasco County Schools. In her time at UT, she participated as principal chair in the Wind Ensemble, lead trombone in the Jazz Ensemble, and a selected performer with the “Spartan Brass” Quintet. She also served as President of the National Honorary Band Fraternity, Kappa Kappa Psi. Ms. Leitschuh has performed with community ensembles in the Tampa area such as the Tampa Bay Pride Band and Symphonic Winds. 

Ms. Leitschuh has worked with and taught band students ranging from beginner to high school throughout Hillsborough County since 2020. She has taught private one-on-one lessons and served as a technician for local schools, such as Coleman Middle School and Brandon Academy.