Terry Fisher
Terry Fisher
You should know that I thrive on making directors' lives easier. After more than 30 years of band directing at all levels from beginners to state performances in Marching, Concert and Jazz areas, I hope to help you find efficient solutions to whatever is holding you back. I'm a great listener and will provide feedback as needed or just let you vent. I frequently am asked to direct honors bands, do clinics with groups (marching, concert, jazz), adjudicate for ISSMA in all areas. I always welcome the opportunity to work with your groups. Currently, I am still an active performer (trumpet) in big bands, churches, rock groups and nearly anything else that needs a trumpet. I am available to you day and night. You can always call, text, email - whatever is best for you. I frequently check all of these so that I can serve you and groups as quickly as possible. With my varied music teaching background and strong communication skills, my goal is to be your best solution to your teaching situation/issues.
As one of the School Relationship Managers here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 8649
E-mail Terry-
Education/Certifications Teaching Experience:
BS in Music - Ball State University 1984
MM - Bowling Green State University 1986
Teaching License - IN - K-12 Choral, General, Instrumental Music
more than 30 years in the classroom -
Where did you grow up?
Fort Wayne, Indiana
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How were you involved with music before coming to Sweetwater?
Band Director - 30+ years
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Why did you first apply for a job at Sweetwater?
I wanted to share teaching skills, the incredible resources available at Sweetwater and to serve the band and orchestra directors in a manner that makes their lives easy.
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Do you play any other instruments?
Trumpet is primary - but any brass through advanced high school literature and most woodwinds through middle school literature.
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Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
Family, Music and Golf - do we actually need anything else to be totally fulfilled?
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How would your best friend describe you?
Honest, hard-working, respected as a musician and educator.
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What did you dream about doing for a living when you were growing up?
Teaching
Interview with Terry...
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Every interaction is professional and positive. I really like having someone who anticipates the needs of the program and the interaction between Mr. Fisher and students if they have questions on purchasing or repairs. Questions and feedback are always handled in a timely matter and with positive approach .
Bob M from Angola High School
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Terry has been great over the years as my school relationship manager. His communication is top notch and he really wants to help in any way possible to better my program.
Brandon from Concordia Lutheran High School
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Terry is one of the biggest reason that we use Sweetwater as our instrument supplier! Not only does he get our orders and repairs situated in a timely manner, but he goes above and beyond in every way to support me and my program. I couldn't be happier with having Terry as our road rep!
Moorea D from West Noble Middle School
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Terry is fantastic! He is absolutely great with us, our students, and taking care of everything that we need.
Alec S from Homestead High school
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Terry does a fantastic job of going above and beyond my expectations and needs. He is a very professional representative and is kind. He is very efficient and timely as well.
Kevin H from East Noble Middle
