G. Spensser Haynes ~ Musician

"When one sets oneself up as a teacher, I believe that is a long-term commitment. It should extend far beyond a few years of being paid for lessons; the good teachers in my life have been constants, points of reference, landmarks. In trying to be these things to my students, I find that it is extremely rewarding: I feel I have an extended family!" G.S Haynes

For over half a century, Composer, Performer, Teacher G.S. Haynes has quietly gone about the business of enriching the quality of our lives with his music. With beautiful and memorable melodies, compelling arrangements and uplifting performances, he has inspired and encouraged people throughout North America and the world. A gifted and intuitive teacher, he infuses his students with his own passion for music-making.

    *  Began Composing (piano music, small ensemble) in gradeschool
    *  Conducted vocal group for Up With People performance
    *  Performed as Violinist (and Pianist) throughout the U.S. under the auspices of the N.A.A.C.P. and Pent Sorors
    *  Began Teaching Music while in highschool
    *  Performed with various groups in national Battle of the Bands competitions
    *  Recruited in highschool by members of national touring band Norway to join new band
    *  Performed with regional touring bands Isis, Mother Duck, Evening Express
    *  Performed as singer/songwriter/guitarist with various groups including The Hand, Evening Express, Haynes, Reger and Vaughn
    *  Twice nominated for Pulitzer Prize in Music
    *  Performed as Lead Singer/Lead Guitarist and Songwriter/Arranger with regional touring band Wizzard
    *  Awarded Golden Eighth Note by Santa Cruz Business Association
    *  Performed as Lead Singer/Lead Guitarist and Songwriter/Arranger with Lehigh Valley PA club band Forecast
    *  Performed as Lead Singer/Lead Guitarist/Keyboardist and Songwriter/Arranger with regional touring band State Of Enchantment
    *  Taught Music and Computer Literacy in East Orange NJ public school for 3 years
    *  Music Teacher in Newark NJ parochial school for 2 years
    *  Instrumental Music Teacher in various Trenton NJ diocese parochial schools for 19 years
    *  Instrumental Music Teacher in Williamson WV parochial school for 1 year
    *  Arranger of various Rock Hits for graded skill levels for various publishers
    *  Founder/Conductor of Provenance Camerata multi-generational orchestral ensemble
    *  Violinist at Nolan Church WV, Choir Director at Connolly Church Delbarton WV
    *  Founded Violin and Piano Duo in WV, performed as Violinist (and Guitarist) at schools, churches and other venues

    *  Private Music Teacher for over 40 years, currently with students in 5 states
    *  Composer of Orchestral and Chamber Music for over 50 years, numerous performances every year.
    *  Violinist, currently performing with Sight-Reading Orchestra, Sacred Strings Ensemble, West Windsor String Trio, others
    *  Fiddler, currently performing with Greater Pinelands Dulcimer Society, Just Among Friends Ensemble, others
    *  Compositions performed by all named groups
    *  Selected Compositions archived at Aaron Copeland School of Music NYC
    *  Compositions available through Educational Music Service

Hits with Evening Express Band:
    *  Come To Me Baby
    *  Freedom 309

Hits with the Mr. Joe Flesh Band:
    *  Million Girls

Hits with Wizzard Band:
    *  Hey You
    *  Smokin'
    *  Fast Life Rider
    *  I'm a Mover

Hits with the Forecast Band:
    *  (I Wanna Go) Dancing

Hits with State Of Enchantment Band:
    *  You Can Win
    *  (You Gotta) Believe
    *  Places In Between
    *  God Won

Selected Frequently Performed Compositions:
    *  Piney Wood
    *  The Fiddlers in the Pines (various arrangements)
    *  Legenda Overtures (chamber orchestra)
    *  Balaton - Nyári (string quartet)
    *  Reliquary Sonata (violin and piano)
    *  Idylls for Children (piano)

Selected Recorded Compositions:
    *  Four String Symphonies (2007)
    *  Flute Concerto "Grace" (2007)
    *  The Music Lesson (piano quintet) (1978)

Other Notable Compositions:
    *  A Capsule History of Music (1981)
    *  Five Minutes a Day (2012)
    *  violin concertos
    *  string quartets
    *  violin and viola duets
    *  etudes and miniatures for assorted instrumental groups
    *  essays / articles