Gary C. Johnson is Assistant Band Director at Fairborn City Schools. Over his extensive music career Mr. Johnson has performed, taught and served in various capacities including teacher of instrumental, choral and general music, drama, music appreciation at all ages and grade levels from Kindergarten through 12th grade as well as directing church choirs and children’s choirs. He has directed the Fairborn Civic Band for the past 13 years and currently serves on the Fairborn Performing Arts and Cultural Center board. Mr. Johnson received his Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree from Wright State University in 1996 and is currently working toward a Master of Music in Music Education degree at Wright State University. A resident of Fairborn for many years, Gary enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter; also musicians. Mr. Johnson has performed as soloist with the Dayton Philharmonic Chorus, played baritone with the Wright State University Concert Band and Alumni Band and has sung and played guitar with big bands, jazz combos and other groups offering music of all styles and genres in recent years. Mr. Johnson is thrilled to be associated with such a high caliber music program and fantastic music staff at Fairborn.