Dr. James Oliver on Clubhouse

Bio

Dr. James B. Oliver, Director of Bands Alabama State University and strong advocate for music programs, holds a Bachelor’s in Music Education from Alabama State University, a Master’s of Education from Wright State University, and a Doctorate in Education, from Northcentral University.
Dr. Oliver started his career in 1980 as a band instructor in the Dayton, Ohio Public Elementary and High School System where the bands garnered numerous awards under his leadership. In 1988 Dr. Oliver became the interim Director of Bands at Central State University until he was offered the full time position in 1989. During his 12 years at CSU, Dr. Oliver and the Marching Marauders traveled to Europe to perform at various events which were televised: 1991 World League of American Football in Spain and England and again for The World Bowl of American Football League.
Since 2000. The Ellen DeGeneres Show 2007, Honda Invitational Battle of the Bands Showcase, MTV VMA Awards 2013, Robin Thicke music video “Give it 2 U”, Lifetime Network Realty Show “Bama State Style” 2015 and soon to be released Tri Star Pictures, “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk”, The 2019 Tournament of Roses Parade, Pasadena, Calif., 2017 America Got Talent and 2018 Show Time at the Apollo Bronx, New York. On September 25, 2014 Oliver received from the City of Montgomery, Alabama Office of the Mayor Proclamation, “Director James Oliver Day”.
Dr. Oliver has led a very accomplished career throughout his 38 year tenure in music education and to this day he continues to excel and be an innovator in his field.