As we make our way each day the best we know how, we hope to leave some legacy or have made some mean- ingful impact on our students and our profession. Lacey Powell did just that. While we will all miss his smile and giving heart, Lacey’s leadership will forever impact and guide music education for our state. Susan Smith, AMEA President
I’ll always remember Lacey in two ways; he was a true professional and he was a real gentleman! I miss him! Johnnie Vinson, AMEA President - 1996-1998 and a student of Dr. Powell’s at Andalusia High School
Lacey Powell was always the consummate professional with a kind heart and a gentle soul. He was always willing to help guide young music educators to become the best they could be. Rebecca Rodgers Warren, AMEA President - 2004-2006
Lacey Powell was a mentor, friend and shining example of a true gentleman, music educator, and leader. Steve McLendon, AMEA President - 2010-2012
Lacey and Margaret
Outstanding music educator, mentor, friend, ultimate Southern Gentleman... These are some of the characteristics I always use when describing Dr. Lacey Powell, Jr.
the AMEA organization for whom I had tremendous respect. But in 1992, as I embarked on the role of AMEA President, Lacey Powell became the first Executive Director of AMEA. From that moment a strong professional bond was formed that continued through the years. His intelligence, organization, kindness and support were unmatched as he guided me through the responsibilities of serving our association. Lacey was a true friend and mentor and I am eternally grateful for the influence he had on my professional upbringing. He was one of the good ones and I miss him dearly.
I actually do not recall the first time I met Lacey Powell, he was just always that positive presence in
Dianne Johnson, AMEA President - 1992-1994
The mural pictured on these pages and on this issue’s cover was painted on a building in Andalusia by artist Wes Hardin of Dothan. It depicts a parade through Andalusia featuring prominent citizens, including Dr. Lacey Powell when he was band director at Andalusia High School. Photos by Johnnie Vinson.
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