Congratulations to Dr. Tim Zachery on being selected as the new "Director of Bands" at PVAMU.The music of Tim Zachery embodies the many influences of his life... Louisiana jazz, military cadence, classical movements, marching band excitement, deep south funk... just to name a few. His painstaking study of trumpet greats and mastery of improvisation technique solidifies his place amongst musical impresarios past, present and future. It is one thing to hear the stories he tells in his music, quite another to feel as if you're living them, as he takes you along for the ride.Tim Zachery discovered the trumpet in grade school, or should we dare say, the trumpet discovered him... sought him out like a message seeks out a messenger. He will tell you that it probably saved his life. With the ability to cushion him from the harsh realities of an even harsher world, the trumpet soon became the love of his life, and making her sing became his purpose.Tim Zachery was born in Alexandria, Louisiana. He was surrounded by as many inspirations as he was negative influences. One in particular, his middle school music teacher, will forever stand out in his mind as the person that forced him to swim when everyone around him was sinking. After graduating from Peabody Magnet High School in Alexandria, Tim moved on to the lights and notoriety that came with performing in the famed Southern University Marching Band in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and where he was able to rub elbows with hometown greats like Dr. Isaac Greggs, Wynton Marsalis and Alvin Baptiste, The musical blood that flowed through the veins of Louisiana also flowed through Tim Zachery. Tim went on to obtain his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Music from Norfolk State University.A brief assignment in the United States Navy Band gave Tim the opportunity to travel the world and meet other musicians from around the world. His journeys to Africa forever changed him when he was given the opportunity to listen to and perform with African musicians. It appeared the melodic sounds produced by these unassuming artists caused a spiritual awakening of sorts. Can the simple, pure sounds of drums and melodies take you to a place where life changes forever? Absolutely.A fast proponent of education, Tim Zachery went on to pursue his Doctor of Music Arts degree from the prestigious Indiana University. Learning from the best, working with the best... it is the only way to grow and develop in a world where excellence in performance is the ultimate achievement. Excellence in performance for Tim is easy to see. Skilled in all genres of music, Jazz is his heart. But don't let that fool you. He is as comfortable in the orchestra pit as he is in a dimly lit corner in a smoky jook joint, or on a stage blaring the sounds of the seventies. He has performed with the Virginia Symphony, The David Baker Big Band, The Right On Band, The Great American Music Ensemble and the Atlantic Fleet Jazz Band, Concert Band, Ceremonial Band and Show Band.Now, as a Professor of Music and Assistant Band Director at Norfolk State University Timmey Zachery is poised to infect as many young people as possible with hope and the love of music that he embodies. In the spirit of the middle school teacher that set him straight so many years ago, Tim awakens every day charged with the responsibility of changing lives through his dedication to education and excellence not just in performance, but also in life.(This info was taken off of an article that I found on him)The Students are anticipating his arrival to the Hill.. This upcoming football season should be very interesting for the "Marching Storm"... I've heard nothing but good things about him.. Now hurry up and get to PV! There's a lot of work to do!(The University should do a press release on July 1st...)
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I am a very results oriented kind of person. Though I am excited for the band to see that it will be led by a seemingly qualified candidate, with credentials, I will keep my peace until the end of this season.
So as I say congrats to Dr. Zachery on obtaining the job, I pray that he hits the ground running...and I mean hauling ass too. Cause I still expect to see excellence come LDC, and I still expect the Storm to leave destruction in its wake.
Again, I say congrats. As an alum of The Marching Storm, he has my support.
Indeed the Storm's upcoming football season will be interesting; However, I want to see what he is going to do with the Wind Symphony, Jazz band, and other ensembles..
Indeed the Storm's upcoming football season will be interesting; However, I want to see what he is going to do with the Wind Symphony, Jazz band, and other ensembles..
PVAMU HAS SELECTED A NEW DIRECTOR OF BANDS!
Congratulations to Dr. Tim Zachery on being selected as the new Director of Bands at PVAMU.
The music of Tim Zachery embodies the many influences…
They will all be top notch with Dr. Z! And not just on an HBCU level....they will all be world class ensembles! Trust and believe! U guys have won BIG time with Dr. Z!!!
Indeed... That's exactly what this program use to strive for... Since Profs death (RIP), the program has fallen short in some areas of having a "world class program"... Now with structure, and qualified leadership, I believe that it's time to elevate, and move to the next level... Although I will not be marching I will most-def have my ears and eyes open...
Underage Thinker said:
They will all be top notch with Dr. Z! And not just on an HBCU level....they will all be world class ensembles! Trust and believe! U guys have won BIG time with Dr. Z!!!
PVAMU HAS SELECTED A NEW DIRECTOR OF BANDS!
Congratulations to Dr. Tim Zachery on being selected as the new Director of Bands at PVAMU.
The music of Tim Zachery embodies the many influences…
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Congrats to Dr. Zachery, the Storm is going to surprise a lot of people this season, cant wait to see yall now as an alumnus of PV. Good Luck
Congrats to PV, looking forward to see what the new Storm will Bring this upcoming season...
WOW!!!!! congrats to Dr. Zachery!! LDC here i come!! lol
I am a very results oriented kind of person. Though I am excited for the band to see that it will be led by a seemingly qualified candidate, with credentials, I will keep my peace until the end of this season.
So as I say congrats to Dr. Zachery on obtaining the job, I pray that he hits the ground running...and I mean hauling ass too. Cause I still expect to see excellence come LDC, and I still expect the Storm to leave destruction in its wake.
Again, I say congrats. As an alum of The Marching Storm, he has my support.
I heard he was really good
So it's official now? Humm....looks like the SWAC take over is in FULL MOTION! Congrats Dr. Z!
agreed. Congrats
phiSG RIP "Prof ED" said:
They will all be top notch with Dr. Z! And not just on an HBCU level....they will all be world class ensembles! Trust and believe! U guys have won BIG time with Dr. Z!!!
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