Roland Bough is a Berklee College of Music graduate with dual B.A. degrees in Music Education and Music Production & Engineering, Roland's background spans performance, instruction, and administration.

His drum corps experience includes performing with Spirit of Atlanta, Syracuse Brigadiers, and San Francisco Renegades. Roland has held various positions in pageantry arts, including Visual Designer, Brass and Percussion Instructor, and Adjudicator across California, New York, Massachusetts and Georgia.

Roland's administrative experience includes board member roles with several performing arts organizations. His diverse background as a performer, conductor, adjudicator, and administrator provides a comprehensive understanding to BDPA.