Anthony M. Falcone, National Vice President for Professional Relations, first became an Honorary Member of Kappa Kappa Psi in 1992 at James Madison University (Eta Omicron Chapter) where he also received his B.M.Ed. and M.M. degrees. He currently serves as Associate Director of Bands at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where his duties include directing the Cornhusker Marching Band, conducting the Symphonic Band, teaching instrumental arranging, and assisting with the administration of all university bands. Prof. Falcone is also active in the Percussion Studio, teaching lessons, and conducting the Percussion Ensemble. Since 2002 he has served as Chapter Sponsor for the Epsilon Omega Chapter at UNL, and was Midwest District Governor for Kappa Kappa Psi from 2007-2019. He has held previous appointments at the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville; James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia; and Truman State University in Kirksville, MO. Other Honorary Memberships include: Lambda Chapter at the University of Arkansas, The Midwest District, The Midwest District of Tau Beta Sigma, and Life Membership in the National Chapter.
As National Vice President for Professional Relations, Tony serves as a liaison for Kappa Kappa Psi with the college band teaching profession. Along with his counterpart from Tau Beta Sigma, he is also responsible for planning the National Intercollegiate Band at the Biannual National Conventions, overseeing logistics and contributing to the selection of the Guest Conductor and Commissioned Composer with the Board of Trustees. He will also work to support Chapter Sponsors and Directors of Bands and cultivate their relationships with Chapters. The VPPR is appointed by the National President, with approval by the National Council, for a two-year term.