Steve McLendon served as Director of Bands at Dothan High School for over decades. He received his BME from Troy State University and his MA from the University of North Alabama.

Mr. McLendon began his career as band director at Fairview High School in 1977 and remained there though 1988. At that point, he accepted the position at Dothan High School. At both schools, his bands consistently received Superior ratings at the Alabama Bandmasters Association State Competition Festival. At Dothan, Mr. McLendon directed the marching band, jazz band, and three concert bands.

Mr. McLendon served as president of the Alabama Bandmasters Association. Memberships include the Rho Chapter of Phi Beta Mu International Bandmasters Fraternity, NAfME, AMEA, ABA, NAJIE, AEA, NBA, and NEA.

Mr. McLendon was elected into the Phi Beta Mu Hall of Fame in 2013.