Bio

Mr. Wilder grew up in a hard working family of a pastor and a teacher. He is a graduate of Jacksonville State University majoring in Music Education with an emphasis on Choral Music. He also graduated from the University of West Alabama with his Masters in Special Education. This is his 11th year teaching at Deshler as the choral director. He is a soloist performer for local churches. He is the music minister at Tuscumbia First Baptist Church in downtown Tuscumbia. He is the Director of Musical Theatre for the Tuscumbia City School System. He has directed Alice Jr. (2019) and Wonka Jr. (2021). He is married with a beautiful 6 year old Emma Wilder and a 4 year old Elijah Wilder. He has directed "Forever Plaid" with the local Ritz Theatre in Sheffield and has also performed for SummerStock at the Ritz. Mr. Wilder is a believer that choral music touches base with all types of styles and genres. Teaching philosophy is that ARTS education equals Life Education.  

Experience

I am into my 11th year as a teacher. I am the music minister at Tuscumbia First Baptist Church in downtown Tuscumbia. I attend every workshop and conference that will insure my success and dedication toward being a chorus director.

B.S. Music Education

Vocal/Choral

Jacksonville State University

M.A. Special Education

The University of West Alabama