Josue Martinez is a music educator, conductor, and performer dedicated to cultivating excellence, artistry, and community through orchestral music. Since joining the Westlake High School faculty in 2021, he has served as the Director of Orchestral Activities, where his leadership, vision, and commitment to students have continued to elevate the program to new heights.

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Mr. Martinez holds a Bachelor of Music Education and a Master of Music in Instrumental Conducting from Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. He began his teaching career in 2016 at West Ridge Middle School in the Eanes Independent School District.

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At Westlake High School, Mr. Martinez has carried forward that tradition of excellence. Under his direction, the Westlake Orchestras have consistently earned sweepstakes at UIL Concert and Sight-Reading for both Full Orchestra and String Orchestra. His students regularly achieve superior ratings at Solo and Ensemble and earn coveted positions in the TMEA All-Region and All-State orchestras. Most recently, the program received national recognition at the American String Teachers Association’s National Orchestra Festival—an achievement reflecting both the dedication of Westlake students and Mr. Martinez’s unwavering pursuit of musical growth and artistry.

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In addition to his work in the classroom, Mr. Martinez is an active contributor to the Greater Austin music community. He conducts the Philharmonic Orchestra for the Austin Youth Orchestra and performs regularly on the double bass with several local symphonies. He is also an engaged member of numerous professional organizations, including the Texas Music Educators Association, American String Teachers Association, Texas Orchestra Directors Association, International Society of Bassists, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity.

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Mr. Martinez’s dedication to students has been recognized multiple times with the Golden Apple Award at Westlake High School—an honor bestowed by students to teachers who have made a meaningful and lasting impact on their lives.

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Beyond the podium, Mr. Martinez finds joy and balance at home with his spouse and their two beloved terriers, Artemis and Buster. His commitment to excellence, compassion for his students, and love of music continue to shape and inspire the next generation of musicians in Westlake and throughout the Greater Austin community.