Each year, the Theta Chapter of Phi Beta Mu honors one young band director who demonstrates an exceptionally high level of passion and leadership. Candidates have developed band programs and have contributed professionally to the South Carolina Band Directors Association.
| 2015 | Ben Hingle | Cheraw High School |
| 2016 | James Barnes | Blythewood High School |
| 2017 | Rick Langdale | Easley High School |
| 2018 | Ben Pouncey | Charles B. DuBose Middle School |
| 2019 | Alex Helms | Lake View Middle School |
| 2020 | Meredith Melven | Oakbrook Middle School |
| 2022 | Kolman McMurphy | Clinton High School |
| 2023 | Jordan Laird | Forest Creek Middle School |
| 2024 | Will Easterday | Sullivan Middle School |