Dr. Luke Strother

Director of Concert and Athletic Bands

Dr. Luke Strother arrived at ISU in the fall of 2025 as the Director of Concert and Athletic Bands. He's excited to help continue to grow the Bengal Marching Band and Pep Bands and to put on dynamic and energetic performances. 

To contact any of the athletic bands staff, please send a message to Dr. Strother at lukestrother@isu.edu.

Brandon Hansen

Drumline

Brandon Hansen began playing drums at age 10 when he bought his first drum set. He spent most of his time on the kit until he attended high school at Snake River. While in high school, Brandon joined marching band and gained a love and appreciation for rudimental snare drum and other marching instruments. He also participated and placed in many competitions. He took 2nd place snare solo at Idaho State Solo and Ensemble contest in 2014 and 1st place in the same competition the next year. 

Kolissa Manchan

Head Coach of ISU Dance Team Bengal Dancers

Kolissa Manchan was named the Head Coach of the Idaho State Dance Team in the summer of 2010! Before coaching Bengal Dancers, Kolissa grew up dancing and later teaching in American Falls, Idaho. She trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, pointe, drill, clog and hip-hop. Her training also included several camps and workshops such as IDAA Dance Camp in Twin Falls, Caravan, Showstopper, and STARS Conventions.

Colorguard Coach