Meet Our Board
Becky Adesso
President
Dr. Matthew Boswell
Vice President
Ross Cawthon
Secretary
Becky Adesso is a local business owner, former DeLand HS Band/Chorus Mom, and community volunteer/board member for several Volusia County non-profits. Becky was one of Matt Buth’s many Band Moms, and fondly remembers his smile, his easy nature with fellow musicians, and his unwavering dedication to his music.
Dr. Boswell currently serves as the Assoc Director of Bands at Missouri State University. He received his degrees from Florida State University, and proudly served as Director of Bands at DeLand HS from 2017-2019, where he taught Matt Buth in Band.
Ross Cawthon is the former Director of Choirs and Assistant Band Director at DeLand HS, where he taught from 2015-2023. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts degree at Louisiana State University. Ross taught Matt Buth in the DHS marching band and Jazz band. He remembers Matt as a universally loved student and a friend to every student and teacher.
Audra Jolliffe
Treasurer
Mary Buth
Member At Large
Jennifer Horton
Member At Large
Audra Jolliffe is a former band mom and a volunteer in the community. She loves everything band related! She was in band in high school and college. (Go Noles!) Audra remembers Matt and how he was always helping others.
Mary Buth is Mom to Matt and his sister Ashleigh, as well as Mimi to her grandbabies. She has a passion for all things Disney related and to her community! Mary has been a part of the MBF from its conception and ensures that Matt’s legacy continues to shine because as he always said, “The Show Must Go On!”
Jenn Horton is an English and Language Arts teacher for Volusia County. She is also a wife, mom, author, and former DeLand HS Band Mom. She is passionate about music, books, education, and (currently) chickens! The loss of Matt Buth will always leave a hole in her, and her family’s heart. He was a huge part of their lives and always will be.
Amber Modesto
Member At Large
Amber Modesto is a mom, a local business owner, and a dedicated member of the DeLand community. Her passion for music and her ambition for a better world keeps her energized. The friendship Matt Buth gave was strong and true and still serves as an example to live by for Amber.
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