Mr. Harris is entering his 17th year as a music educator and his 6th year at Strayhorn. Prior to Strayhorn, he taught Jr. High band at Wonder Jr. High in West Memphis, Ar and Wooddale Middle School in Memphis, Tn. He has a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Arkansas Tech University. A Master's degree in Trombone Performance from the University of Memphis. And, his Specialist in Building Administration from Arkansas State University. Mr. Harris is an active freelance bass trombonist in the Memphis Metro and Arkansas. He lives in Hernando with his wife, five daughters, and son. Mr. Harris is certified in both instrumental and vocal music and is looking forward to expanding musical opportunities for students of Strayhorn