Biography

Gary Fuller is a veteran music educator, U.S. Army Bandsman, and accomplished studio drummer with a career spanning more than four decades.

For the past 18 years, Gary has taught music in Maine and currently serves on the faculty at Oak Hill High School, where he continues to inspire and develop young musicians. Prior to his work in education, Gary proudly served for 18 years as a U.S. Army/National Guard Bandsman, performing as a percussionist within the long-standing and respected tradition of military music.

Beyond the classroom, Gary has maintained an active and diverse performance career. Over the last 46 years, he has directed numerous theatrical productions and performed in countless pit orchestras, bringing live music to the stage across a wide range of genres. He is also an experienced studio drummer, contributing to a variety of recording projects.

Gary is a graduate of the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA), where he earned a degree in Music Education with an emphasis in Performance, Jazz, and Contemporary Music.

Professional Affiliations
U.S. Army Band • University of Maine at Augusta • ASCAP • BMI • Maine Music Educators Association (MMEA) • National Association for Music Education (NAfME)

Acknowledgments
Gary extends a heartfelt thank-you to his mentors: Bob Thorne, Dick Demers, Steve Grover, Mark Adams, Bill Moseley, David Dempsey, Charles Winfield, John Neal, M. Stanley Buchanan, Drum God Mike Haskell, and the world-famous Ken Labrecque (RIP).