FACULTY
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DAVID MOBLEY
Head Band Director
An Austin native, David Mobley is a graduate of Leander High School where he was a student of Dennis Hopkins and studied trombone with Russell Brown. While attending the University of Texas, he was a member of the Longhorn Band, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and the Trombone Choir and was a student of Donald Knaub. While in college Mr. Mobley was a member of the Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps from Rockford, Illinois and was also later a staff member of the same corps. After graduating from UT he taught in Houston, Texas and Indianapolis, Indiana, where he was a successful assistant band director and winter guard director. When not teaching, Mr. Mobley enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife, 11 year old son and his 9 year old and 7 year old daughters. He is active in his church and enjoys reading, running, and bicycling. This is his 17th year at RRHS and his 23rd year of teaching overall.
KYLE HAMMACK
Associate Band Director
Kyle Hammack began his percussion career in his hometown of Round Rock in Austin, Texas. He performed with Crossmen Drum & Bugle Corps (’14) and the Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps (’15-’19) front ensembles. After graduating HS, he moved to Nashville to become a member of the Music City Mystique (’16-’20) front ensemble and attended Middle Tennessee State University where he received his Bachelors in Music for Music Education. Kyle currently resides in Round Rock, Texas where he helps instruct the front ensemble at Monarch Independent and Round Rock High School. He additionally coordinates the Music City Drum & Bugle Corps front ensemble in Nashville, TN. Kyle is grateful to have had effective and influential instructors such as Lalo & Julie Davila, Dr. Brian Mueller, Dr. Matt Jordan, Dr. Ryan Kilgore, Russell Wharton, Brad Palmer, Meagan Nelson, and many more.
ISABELLE BOUHADANA
Assistant Band Director
Isabelle Bouhadana received her Bachelor of Music in Education from the University of North Texas in 2019 where she studied flute in Professor Terri Sundberg’s studio with Dr. Rachel Woolf and Terri Sundberg. While at UNT, Ms. Bouhadana participated in many large ensembles including the Green Brigade Marching Band, Concert and University Bands, Flute Choir, and Women’s Chorus. Ms. Bouhadana is also an alumni member of Mu Phi Epsilon, an international professional music fraternity, where she served as Vice President of the Phi Tau Chapter for two terms. After college, Ms. Bouhadana started her teaching career in Victoria, Texas where she taught grades 6-12 at Victoria West HS and Cade MS. During her time in Victoria, Ms. Bouhadana led the Band of Warriors to several Sweepstakes awards in UIL Concert and Marching, as well as Grand Champion at Bay Area Marching Contest in 2019. When she’s not teaching, Ms. Bouhadana spends her time traveling with friends, reading, and listening to musicals.
HENRY HAMRE
Assistant Band Director
Originally from Flower Mound, Texas, Henry Hamre is a graduate of Marcus High School. Mr. Hamre earned his Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Houston where he studied French horn with Robert Johnson. During his time at UH, Mr. Hamre performed with the Symphony Orchestra, Opera Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and the Spirit of Houston Cougar Marching Band. Mr. Hamre began his teaching career as an Assistant Band Director at Cypress Ranch High School in Cypress, Texas, where he conducted the Symphonic Band, directed the Jazz Ensemble, and assisted with the marching band program. His professional affiliations include the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) and the Texas Bandmasters Association (TBA). Outside of teaching Mr. Hamre enjoys reading, playing video games, spending time with friends and playing with his two cats.
HERMAN MENDIETA
Color Guard Director
Hernan Mendieta is a dedicated color guard educator based in Round Rock, Texas. He began his teaching career in 2014 at his alma mater, John B. Connally High School shortly after graduating. Since then, he has contributed to numerous successful programs across central Texas including Cedar Ridge, Stony Point, Westwood, Hendrickson and Georgetown high schools and Origins Independent. As a performer, Mr. Mendieta marched with Capriccio, Industry, and Origins Independent, bringing years of performance experience into his choreography and instruction. His creative vision and structured teaching style have helped develop confident performers and impactful shows, both indoors and outdoors. Now serving as the Director of the Round Rock Colorguard, Hernan focuses on cultivating a positive, student-centered environment that values artistry, growth, and teamwork. He is grateful for the opportunities he’s had to learn from and collaborate with a wide range of programs and educators throughout his journey.