We are excited to announce that Mr. Joe Sterling will be joining the Perry Band staff this upcoming year!  Mr. Sterling comes to us after teaching at Glenoak HS for the past 10 years.  While at Glenoak, his band consistently earned Superior ratings at the district and state level.  In addition, Mr. Sterling serves as professor of trombone at Kent State University-Stark.

Mr. Sterling holds a Bachelor’s degree in Trombone Performance and a Master’s degree in Music Education, both from The University of Akron.  Mr. Sterling will be leading our 6th Grade Band, Concert Band, and running the brass section with our Marching Band.

Mr. Sterling resides in North Canton with his wife Kelli, and two sons: Carter and Jack.