Gregg Perry
Songwriter / Producer
Peck Tunes LLC
OR USA
“Every adverse situation is an opportunity to learn and grow.”
Milestones
My road in life has taken me all over.
Being asked to join a band when I was a freshman in high school. All the guys were older and were great mentors.
Hearing my band perform my songs for the first time. I was highly motivated to continue writing and performing.
Traveling, touring, meeting musicians from all over the world.
Getting sober in 1988. Walking away from the "party" life of a working musician.
Going back to school as an adult. It was frustrating but completely exhilarating. I didn't know how hungry I was to learn about my craft, to study, to share knowledge with others, to be teachable.
Moving to Hawaii and taking a one year sabbatical. Giving myself a year of rest and study.
Keep following my journey
Education
GED
Bachelor
Professional Musician Program
Portland Community College
Professional Musician Program
Portland Community College
Certification/License
Composing & Arranging Program
Grove School of Music
Composing & Arranging Program
Grove School of Music
Vocational
Piano Performance/Music Business Mgt.
Berklee College of Music
Piano Performance/Music Business Mgt.
Berklee College of Music
Bachelor
History of Western Music
Harvard University
History of Western Music
Harvard University
Career
Songwriter / Producer
I'm retired from daily work, but I still spend time writing music and collaborating with other musicians online.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Music
Technology
Being Creative
Day to Day
Practice your craft every day, no matter what. I have to dedicate time every day to practice my instrument, write, meditate, and be available to be of service to those about me.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for everyone
Ask questions and be willing to listen to the advice of others without losing your true self. Find those that have what you want (i.e. integrity, honesty, willingness, etc.) and stick with them. Surround yourself with winners.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Bachelor
Professional Musician Program
Professional Musician Program
Certification/License
Composing & Arranging Program
Composing & Arranging Program
Vocational
Piano Performance/Music Business Mgt.
Piano Performance/Music Business Mgt.
Bachelor
History of Western Music
History of Western Music
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Parents:
"You can't make a living as a musician."
Challenges I Overcame
Drugs / Addiction
Financial
