Stage Manager Staff Sgt. Lorenzo Bedore of Howell, New Jersey, joined “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band in June 2025.
Bedore attended Howell High School in Farmingdale, New Jersey, and graduated in 2017. He then earned a bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Delaware in 2021. His teachers include Rob Skoniczin, Brian Kuszyk, Mark Clodfelter and Chris Underwood at the UD.
Prior to joining “The President’s Own,” Bedore was a stage manager for the International Trumpet Guild Conference from 2021-24. He was the solo cornet player for the Atlantic Brass Band from 2023-24, and he was a middle school band and choir director in various districts in New Jersey from 2022-24.
As Stage Manager, Bedore is responsible for loading and transporting musical instruments and equipment, setting the stage for performances locally and on tour, managing the stage crew and maintaining the facilities of “The President’s Own.”