A1C Lawrence Laureano is a vocalist with the United States Air Force Heartland of America Band, stationed at Offutt AFB, NE.
Prior to enlisting in the USAF, A1C Laureano earned his Master of Music in degree in Choral Conducting in 2023 from Utah State University. During his graduate studies he worked with the legendary Lt. Col. Craig Jessop, the former conductor of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square. Jessop also served as the director of the Strategic Air Command Band at Offutt AFB, from 1991-1995. Serving at Offutt with the Heartland Band of America is special to A1C Laureano because of this connection with his beloved mentor.
During his time at Utah State University, A1C Laureano worked with the American Festival Chorus, Utah State Chamber Singers, University Chorale, Treble Choir, as a director and a collaborative pianist. He was instrumental in creating a multicultural environment and bringing a sense of diversity and inclusion in his repertoire selections, conducting methods, and collaborative engagements. While a student in the master’s degree program, he was able to premiere several new works, and his performances received standing ovations from a sold out audience.
A1C Laureano earned his bachelor’s degree at Brigham Young University Hawaii, where he majored in vocal performance and piano. While a student, he directed the BYU-Hawaii University Chorale for three years. He was the founding director of Our Voice, a vocal ensemble that performed for a wide range of audiences all over the island of O'ahu.
During his time in Hawaii, he was a sought-after vocalist and musician, performing with many diverse ensembles, representing a wide range of styles and genres. Just a few of these ensembles include Broadway Review, Salsa Orchestra, Shaka Steel Drum Band, and Musicals. Another area of interest for A1C Laureano has been in Broadway musical direction where he has worked as vocal coach, choreographer, performer, and musical director in Hawaii and Utah. Recent shows that he has worked on include Solana, Gingerbread, West Side Story, Freaky Friday, 9-5, and Lyric Theatre spotlight concerts.
In addition to his musical activities, A1C Laureano enjoys time with nature and is passionate about reading literature related to self-discovery and inner healing, which in turn influence his musical compositions and expression.