Steve Hodges

Steve Hodges earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Western Oregon University and his Master of Music Education degree from Central Washington University.  Mr. Hodges is a retired music educator after spending forty years directing all levels of bands, choirs and small ensembles in the public schools.  

Since 1986, Mr. Hodges has written over 120 concert band pieces that have been published by Alfred Music. Two of his choral arrangements were published by Staff Music and Shawnee Press. His compositions have been programmed in many countries and at a variety of festivals and state music conventions. His commissioned works include honor bands and schools in Virginia, Iowa, Winnipeg, British Columbia, Oregon, Washington and North Carolina. In addition, his music has been utilized by the TBS and ESPN cable television networks. Mr. Hodges is a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) and has received several standard awards.  

Mr. Hodges currently resides in The Dalles, Oregon where he and his wife, Teddie, stay involved in community music activities as well as keeping in touch with their five children and ten grandchildren. Mr. Hodges is now enjoying when his grandchildren let him know they are playing his music in their school bands!