Directors

 

Dominic Zanaboni

Director of Bands

Dominic Zanaboni graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory of Music and Dance in 2015 with a Bachelors in Music Education.  In 2024, Zanaboni received his Master’s of Music Education from Central Washington University through the accredited American Band College. Since graduating, Zanaboni has been the Director of Bands for the Spokane School District in southwest Missouri from 2015 to 2018. He currently serves as the Director of Bands for the Camdenton School District and has been in his current role since 2021. The previous two years he was the Associate Director of Bands for the Camdenton School District. 

He oversees all curricular aspects of the program and conducts the Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. He is responsible for the widely recognized and award winning Pride of The Lake Marching Band, teaches the beginner high brass class and flute class, assists with the Symphonic Band, 8th grade Band, and co directs the Concert Band. 

Zanaboni has been involved with Drum Corps International since 2008 as both a member and instructor. He was a member of the Colts Drum and Bugle Corps from 2008 to 2010 and Phantom Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps 2012 and 2013. He was a member of the Phantom Regiment instructional staff 2014, 2015, 2017, and 2018 as a visual instructor and a member of Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps instructional staff as a brass instructor in 2016 and most recently on the visual staff for Music City Drum and Bugle Corps in 2024. 

In 2020 Zanaboni was awarded the Outstanding Young Music Educator for the state of Missouri and currently sits on the MSHSAA Music Advisory Board. He is also a member of Phi Beta Mu - International School Bandmasters Fraternity. Zanaboni regularly provides his expertise in the marching arts and serves as a clinician for several groups throughout Missouri as well as a drill designer for several other Missouri band programs. He is an avid runner and periodically adjudicates marching band and concert band festivals. He is happily married to the love of his life, Lauren Zanaboni, and they enjoy watching a movie, going for a walk, or getting dinner with friends and family.  

 

Amanda Fall

Assistant Director of Bands - Middle School

Amanda Fall is in her 21st year of teaching and began her career in the Lebanon School District, having taught the past 17 years in the Camdenton R-3 School District. At Camdenton, her primary teaching responsibilities include assisting with the high school 'Pride of the Lake' Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band as well as leading the Camdenton Middle School Band Program, including the Eighth Grade Band, Beginning Clarinet Class, and Beginning Band when they meet as a full ensemble. While under the direction of Mrs. Fall, Camdenton Eighth Grade Bands have consistently received ‘I’ ratings at contest. She also has an active private lesson studio in the spring preparing woodwind students for solo and small ensemble festival at the district and state level.

Mrs. Fall received her Bachelor of Science in Instrumental Music Education degree from Northwest Missouri State University where she had the privilege of learning from outstanding musicians and teachers. Amanda's professional affiliations include Missouri Band Masters Association, Missouri Music Educators Association, National Association for Music Educators, Phi Beta Mu, and Kappa Kappa Psi. Amanda has also served as the Central District Junior High Vice President, a Missouri All-State Band audition adjudicator. She has also served on staff the past several years for the Missouri Music Educators Association Conference held at the Lake of the Ozarks.  

During her time at Camdenton, Amanda has received the ‘Excellence in Education Award’ three times, has been named teacher of the month, and has been a finalist for teacher of the year.

Amanda and her husband Jason have been married 21 years and have one daughter, Gwyn (16).  In her spare time, she enjoys singing with the praise and worship team at The Potter's House Church of Camdenton as well as watching Gwyn participate in her many activities including art, theater, and of course-band. The Fall family, including Marcie (the cat), live just outside of Camdenton.

Clayton Bunkley 

Assistant Director of Bands - Percussion Studies

Clayton Bunkley is the Director of Percussion Studies for the Camdenton Band Program. You can find him leading the marching percussion sections, running the electronic sound systems for the marching band, and creating and implementing the percussive curriculum for both the middle school and high school. Additionally, he maintains an active lesson studio, advises the Laker Drum Club, and regularly competes at percussion competitions across the state. During his time at Camdenton, his groups are known for performing at a high level and achieving various awards and recognitions. 

Mr. Bunkley was born in Poplar Bluff, MO and grew up in Washington, MO. After high school, he attended East Central College for two years before transferring to the University of Missouri - Saint Louis to obtain his degree in Music Education with an emphasis in percussion. During this time, Mr. Bunkley worked with several marching percussion ensembles, as well as many concert and solo percussionists, throughout Franklin County and the St. Louis area. He has successfully brought groups to compete at both the Mid Continent Color Guard Association and Winter Guard International. 

Mr. Bunkley enjoys spending time at home with his pets, Nala (Dog) and Tali (Cat), along with his wife, Olivia. They enjoy hiking at Ha Ha Tonka State Park and staying in to watch a good movie or TV show. 

Marcellus Weinzierl

Assistant Director of Bands

Mr. Weinzierl is incredibly excited to join the Camdenton Band Program and become a Laker! He cannot wait to get started making music with such excellent students and staff.

Mr. Weinzierl is a 2025 graduate of Missouri State University, earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and Undergraduate Certificate in Jazz Studies. He is currently finishing his student teaching experience in the Blue Springs School District.

While at MSU, Mr. Weinzierl served as Drum Major for three of his five years in the PRIDE Marching Band and was a member of the Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, Jazz Ensembles, and Bear Mania Pep Band. Additionally, he served as Music Director of the Men’s Music Fraternity Phi Mu Alpha (Iota Rho), and competed with the MSU Trumpet Quintet in the 2024 National Trumpet Competition, where they placed third in the small ensemble division.

Mr. Weinzierl is very active in drum corps, having marched with the Bluecoats (2023) and Colts (2022), as well as serving on brass staff with the Troopers (2024), and the Colt Cadets (2025).

Mr. Weinzierl is from Belton, Missouri, where he grew up playing in his family brass quintet and practicing piano along with his three older brothers. In his free time, he enjoys testing his limits through distance running, playing tennis, re-learning old piano pieces, and watching drum corps videos like the band nerd that he is.

 

Tim Roettgen 

Head Fall Guard Director

Mr. Tim Roettgen graduated from Lincoln University (Jefferson City) in 1994 with a degree in English Education.  He also has a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Missouri - Columbia and a master’s degree in School Counseling from Lincoln University.  Mr Roettgen began teaching English at Camdenton High School in 1999, and he became a School Counselor at Camdenton High School in 2011. He was nominated several times for Teacher of the Year, and won the honor in 2008. He has been in charge of the color guard at CHS since 1998.

Roettgen has been instructing and adjudicating in the color guard activity since 1988.  He was a member of the Madison Scouts Drum Corps in 1990 and 1991.  Mr. Roettgen aided in organizing the Mid Continent Color Guard Association in 1994 and served as the Chief Judge until 1999. He enjoys teaching new color guard members and improving their skills.  Mr. Roettgen is also the current designer/instructor for a small private high school in central Missouri.  Mr. Roettgen and his wife, Kerri, have three adult children, Claire, Blake, and Nick.  

Sarah Fuller 

Assistant Fall Guard Director

Head Winter Guard Director

Sarah Fuller graduated from the University of Missouri in 2018 with a Bachelors in Mathematics and a Bachelors in Secondary Education. After graduating, she started working for the Camdenton School District as a middle school math teacher and assisting the Camdenton Color Guard. In 2020, Sarah moved to the high school to continue teaching math and working with the Camdenton Color Guard. 
 
Sarah works with the Fall Color Guard as an assistant color guard director and is the Head Director for the Winter Guard. Sarah Fuller was very happy to become involved in the Camdenton Color Guard in 2018 since Camdenton is her alma mater and she is a proud band nerd. She enjoys being able to rejoin the Camdenton band from the staff perspective where she can help mentor fellow band kids in what they love and achieve their goals. Sarah spends her free time playing board games with her family and friends, hanging out with her dog, Theo, and watching FRIENDS on repeat. 
 
 

Olivia Bunkley

Assistant Fall Director

Assistant Winter Guard Director

Olivia Bunkley began her color guard journey in 8th grade and quickly fell in love with the art and discipline of the sport. She has developed not only her technical skills but also a deep appreciation for the teamwork, creativity, and resilience that define the marching arts.

A graduate of Camdenton High School, Olivia went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in Human Biology and pursued two years of doctoral study in chiropractic school. After a career shift, she transitioned into a master’s program in Nutrition and Human Performance with a focus in Clinical Nutrition. She is currently on track to receive her degree by the end of 2026 and become a Certified Nutrition Specialist. Passionate about research and scientific discovery, Olivia plans to pursue a doctorate in the medical field with the goal of contributing to meaningful advancements in healthcare and human performance.

As Assistant Color Guard Director, Olivia brings her love for color guard, commitment to excellence, and deep care for student development to every rehearsal. She strives to inspire performers not only to grow in their technical and artistic abilities, but also to become confident, empowered individuals beyond the field.

Outside of color guard, Olivia enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, hanging out with her cat, dog, and horse, and curling up with a good book. Fun fact: she’s a car enthusiast—especially when it comes to Mustangs. She also loves convincing Mr. Bunkley to tag along on her shopping adventures.

Lauren Zanaboni

Director of Dance Studies

Lauren Zanaboni has been on staff with the Camdenton Pride of The Lake Marching Band since 2017, but her roots in the program go back further - as a student, she was a dedicated member of both the percussion section and the colorguard program. Since joining the staff, Lauren focused on teaching and developing the colorguard, while expanding her role into movement instruction for the full band. 

Lauren has a long history of dance training and instruction, from growing up in the competitive dance world to teaching at local studios throughout college. Over the years, Lauren has contributed choreography to various productions, and in past seasons, she has served as the primary choreographer from the band's visual program, working with the wind sections and percussion. She leads full band dance instruction and continues to provide specialized training and classes for the colorguard. 

Outside of band, Lauren is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) and works as an outpatient therapist, where she supports clients in reaching their mental health goals. She is very thankful for her part in the Camdenton band program and thoroughly enjoys getting to help develop and train students alongside her husband. 

 
 

 

 
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