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G. Andrew Maness serves as an Assistant Professor at Berklee College of Music within the Guitar Department and Music Education programs. With over 40 years of full-time professional playing experience, he combines academic instruction with practical industry expertise.
- Professional Diploma in Jazz Studies (1980), Berklee College of Music
- Bachelor of Arts in Music (1975), Marietta College
Research & Instruction Focus: Maness emphasizes real-world applications in musical, ethical, and business contexts through his decades of professional experience. His teaching philosophy prioritizes students feeling they receive tangible value from each lesson.
Professional Background: A veteran musician and educator, he studied privately with notable figures including Bruce DeMoll, Gary Hulette, Joe Negri, and William Buelow before formal composition studies at Berklee. He also composes for and performs with the band Magic Mose and His Royal Rockers, including collaborator Blind Sam.
