Yohon Sinclair, a 2016 Iola High School valedictorian and the marching band’s 2015 drum major, said it was not until this week that he fully understood a lesson taught by Matt Kleopfer, his high school band instructor.
Kleopfer, who is affectionately called “Mr. K” by his students, announced this week that he will not return next school year.
Two years ago, Sinclair sat next to Kleopfer, watching other high school bands perform during a competition at Baker University.
“A lot of the really big, really good bands had started to play and he was pointing…
Kleopfer announces grand finale: Former students credit ‘Mr. K’ for family atmosphere
