Joshua Leyda
Composer
Charlotte, North Carolina
Certified Chef ™
Bachelor’s Degree in Music from Winthrop University
Kingston University London
Josh is a composer who primarily focuses on music for the Marching Arts. Since 2019, Joshua has composed for dozens of competitive marching ensembles all across the United States. While being classically trained, Josh is well known for his modern approach to composing, with each of his shows including fully-produced custom soundscaping. Josh strives to bring a stress-free show design option for band directors of all budgets. Focusing on integrating the entire design process, so directors can spend more time teaching and less time designing. Josh’s shows have won numerous awards, including a State Championship in 2023. Joshua has big aspirations in the music industry and is driven to inspire change in the marching arts.
Joshua has a strong technical background, mainly in software development and computer networking. He codes and designs his own website, combining functionality with clean design. Fascinated by new and emerging technologies, Josh is constantly experimenting with new programs. Early in his career, he gained valuable experience working at Charter Communications in Computer Networking Support. Alongside music, he also edits videos for clients, creating polished, story-driven projects. Joshua aims to continue pushing the
envelope, further integrating technology into the marching arts.
My time as a Performer
➤ 2012-2016 High School Marching Band & Wind Ensemble
3 State Finals Appearances. 5th place in 2015 State Championships
➤ 2016 High School Indoor Percussion
3rd place at Circuit Championships
➤ 2016-2017 Winthrop University Symphonic Band
➤ 2017 Civitas Independent Indoor Percussion
CWEA Circuit Champions | 6th place WGI World Finalist
➤ 2018 Civitas Independent Indoor Percussion
CWEA Circuit Champions | 8th place WGI World Finalist
My time as an undergraduate at Winthrop and Kingston University
Outside of writing music, Josh spends a large portion of his free time whitewater rafting. Currently, he works at the U.S. National Whitewater Center as a Raft Guide and Trip Leader. A few of his favorite rivers include The Chattooga River, Tallulah River, and Nolichucky River. Josh rocks a Kiwi-Green Hyside Minimax raft and is convinced that it’s the best boat ever designed.
Oceana rapid (Class V) - Tallulah River
Chattooga River
Beartrap Canyon, Montana
Raft Guide & Trip Leader at the
U.S. National Whitewater Center
