Brian Sterling, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, began his academic journey at Southern University, where he pursued a degree in Secondary Education. He later earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Capella University. Mr. Sterling is currently completing a Master of Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Music at Alcorn State University in Lorman, Mississippi.
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A seasoned professional percussionist, Mr. Sterling has performed extensively across the United States in settings ranging from intimate venues and concert halls to large arenas and stadiums. His performance résumé includes work with nationally recognized artists such as RL of the group Next, Kenny Neal, Calvin Richardson, and Chester D.T. Baldwin. He has also performed with the late great Michael Ward and Michael Ward’s son, Shaun Ward, internationally respected jazz violinists, in addition to numerous second line brass bands. Michael Ward’s enduring legacy as a master musician, educator, and cultural torchbearer continues to inspire generations of artists and remains deeply influential in Mr. Sterling’s musical journey.
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As an educator and clinician, Mr. Sterling has led percussion programs and drumlines at Washington-Marion High School (Lake Charles, LA), The Silver and Gold Regiment (Moreno Valley, CA), and Northwest High School (Opelousas, LA). His instructional impact extends to organizations such as the Baton Rouge All-Stars Marching Band, Heritage Community Band (Lafayette, LA), Louisiana Leadership Institute All-Star Marching Band, and the 337 All-Star Marching Band.
In 2006, Mr. Sterling joined St. Martinville Senior High School under the leadership of Dr. Everson Martin, serving as Percussion Instructor and Assistant Band Director. From 2006–2012, he guided the percussion section to multiple awards for excellence and led ensembles featured in numerous Ballers’ Classics throughout Louisiana.
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Mr. Sterling’s relationship with the Sounds of Dyn-O-Mite Band began in Fall 2012 as a consultant, soon followed by appointments as Percussion Instructor and Assistant Director. In this role, he oversees band logistics, contributes to drill design, and assists the Director of University Bands with program administration. Since his appointment, the Sounds of Dyn-O-Mite has appeared at nationally recognized events including Mardi Gras in New Orleans, the Honda Battle of the Bands, halftime performances for the New Orleans Saints, the Reese’s Senior Bowl, HBCU at Disney, featured performances with the New Orleans Pelicans, and a historic appearance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City in 2025.
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In addition to his administrative and instructional responsibilities, Mr. Sterling is a highly effective recruiter for the program and serves as Supervisor of the Dyn-O-Mite Media Team. He is also a sought-after clinician in Pyware Drill & Design and The Ultimate Drill Book, presenting clinics for organizations such as the HBCU National Band Directors’ Consortium. His recent professional distinction includes serving as an adjudicator for the 2025 ESPN Band of the Year competition in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Mr. Sterling is an active member of the Mississippi Bandmasters Association and the HBCU National Band Directors Consortium. He is also a proud member of Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity and Tau Beta Sigma National Band Sorority.
Above all, Brian Sterling takes greatest pride in his role as a father to his son, Specialist J’Len Sterling, who currently serves in the United States Army and is stationed at Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek-si, South Korea.