About Charlie Cook

Charlie Cook earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education at the Berklee College of Music. After college, he traveled with a band before landing in Nashville for about 7 months. He went back to Illinois and took a general music position in the town where he grew up. The following year, he moved back to Massachusetts in pursuit of a teaching position. His principal instrument is trombone, but he plays many instruments. 

He’s taught general music, chorus, and instrumental music (both winds and violin) for 25 years, in both public and private schools. 

As a performer, he’s opened for Dolly Parton, Ray Charles, and Earth, Wind, & Fire. He’s also performed for former NH Governor Jean Shaneen, former Presidential candidate Al Gore, and rocker Meatloaf.