Biography

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usic has always been a part of Maestro Jerard's life. Born in 1946, his affinity for music was recognized at an early age. Encouraged to explore his talent, he performed often in musical theater and opera.

When graduated from high school Jerard entered the University of California at Los Angeles where he furthered his interest in music with the study of musical composition. In his third year Jerard departed the university to join the United States Air Force. But he carried his love of music with him. During his four year enlistment he devoted his free time to the classical guitar, learning basic techniques and discovering the nuances of the instrument.

bionow001 Soon after leaving military service Jerard was married. He started a career, became a daddy and so began a life of commitment. His principal resolution, to be a good and loving husband and father, defined the parameters of his life. As his career progressed he fulfilled that promise. In 1983 he became a mortgage loan officer at WAMU and later Bank of America. As his life took shape, Jerard never strayed far from the music he loved. The interest he maintained in the classical guitar, as well as vocal harmony, evolved into a passion. Through intense study and practice, combined with a talent to arrange, compose and transcribe music, the Maestro has created a collection of work which includes some of the world's great music, much of which had never before been transcribed for the guitar.

Additionally, he has continued to experiment with 4 part vocal harmony. The Maestro recently retired from his position as Vice President at Bank of America and looks forward to pursuing his musical passion full time. He plans to produce the videos, perform the music, publish the videos on his site, share his insites on music, and possibly what is happening in the mortgage loan business. He invites you to visit his site often.