Pete Harrison from Quality Music Services

Pete Harrison

Quality Music Services

Huntsville, AL
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Hello! My name is Pete Harrison and I am the owner of Quality Music Services in Huntsville, Alabama. I have played piano and keyboards professionally for over 42 years, 27 of which were in military bands all over the world. Since retiring from the USAF, I've made my home here in Huntsville, AL, and have played concerts, parties, shows, and gigs with many of Huntsville's and north Alabama's finest musicians.

Please feel free to contact the people listed below to get recommendations about me. I have worked with all of them. They can be found on FaceBook, Twitter, ReverbNation, Linked In, and/or the various websites of the businesses and organizations they are associated with. I know you'll get lots of great feedback about me and what I do!

If you have any questions, I'll be happy to talk over the phone, one-on-one, to address any and all issues you might have.

Thanks, folks, and hope to talk to you about your musical needs very soon!

Sincerely,

Pete Harrison
Owner, Quality Music Services
Huntsville, AL
210-216-2407
harrison120@hotmail.com

Arts/Educational Organizations

The Flying Monkey, Lowe Mills Arts Center, Anna Sue, manager
Grissom HS, Theo Vernon, band director
The Huntsville Museum of Art
The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra, Dan Halcomb, President & CEO
The Huntsville Youth Orchestra
Musicology School of Music, Quentin Roddie, owner
Randolph School, Chris Walters, former choral director
Tennessee Valley Jazz Society, Howard Bankhead, Director
The Valley Conservatory, Rene Collins, owner

Theatre

Lynn Broad, technical director, VBC Playhouse
Eugene Fleming, Broadway veteran, actor/singer/dancer/choreographer/director of many local productions
Kendra Frost, singer
Lezlie Lanza, former drama teacher, Sparkman HS
Robin & Claire Mitchell, members of Huntsville M.E.T.
Granville Oldham, singer/actor/professor of music
Shannon Rice, singer/actress
Jacinda Swinehart-Johnson, singer/actress

Club Owners/Managers

Amendment XXI, John Robinson, owner
Bandito Burrito of Madison
Blackwater Hattie's, Lisa Adler Leonard, former owner
The Brick House
The Dish, Cleveland Crutcher, owner
El Olmeca Mexican Restaurant
Hildegard's Biergarten
Huntsville Botanical Gardens
The Ledges, Arlene Zanlunghi, manager
Luciano's, Anya Schrader, owner, Dave McConnell, entertainment manager
The Lumberyard, Doug Smith, owner
Sam and Greg's, Sam, owner
Shea's Express, Cynthia, owner
Straight To Ale Brewery
Tony's Little Italy
Tortora's Italian Restaurant, Joe Moore, manager
US Space and Rocket Center, Dr. Deborah Barnhart, CEO, Claudia Jones, manager, Biergarten events

Individual Clients

4Site, Inc., Lisa Segroves, POC, corporate party
Brittany Black, wedding
Brittany Batton, wedding
Chik-fil-A, new store opening party, Jessica Norsky, POC
Huntsville Democratic Party, Amy Shadowin, POC, party
The Intuitive Corporation for Technology, corporate parties
Kingslea Merkel, birthday parties
Magnolia Trace, programs for senior citizens
Scott & Yolanda McLain, McLain Real Estate, wedding reception
Merrill Gardens, programs for senior citizens
Kara Moss, Moss/Fletcher wedding
Lane Mousel, party
Jeanie Powell, wedding
The Rosetta James Foundation, luncheon music
The Van Valkenburgh family, Van Valkenburgh Realty, 90th birthday party, Nancy Van Valkenburgh, POC
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Joseph Kleri, POC, party

Agencies

Olga Burney
Valley Conservatory

Churches/Synagogues/Temples

Building Church, Madison
Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Church, H'ville
Hazel Green Methodist Church, Hazel Green, Gwyn Williams, POC
Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church, Brian Lagasse, POC, H'ville
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, H'ville
Temple B'Nai Sholom, H'ville

Students (present and past)

Ian Gabalski
Chip Gulbro
Lauren Hathaway
Adrianna Perera
Mark Teague

Musicians

Cathy Altonji, singer
Renata America, singer
Billy Bargetzi, trombonist
Collins "Bo" Berry, trumpet player, original member of The Commodores
Tom Branch, drummer
Terry Brooks, percussionist
Wayne Bucknor, professor of piano, Oakwood University
Dan Bullard, sound man
Jeff Carroll, trombonist
Jim Cavender, bassist, member, Mambo Gris-Gris
Terri Cavender, percussionist
Mark Copeland, guitarist
Josh Couts, guitarist, leader, Josh Couts Quartet, former member, US Army Materiel Command Band
Ben Davis, bassist/mandolinist, member, Tangled String bluegrass band, owner, Tangled String Studio
Danny Davis, guitarist, member, Tangled String bluegrass band, owner, Tangled String Studio
Ingrid Felts, singer, leader, Watters/Felts Project
Anna Fergison, saxophonist and contractor, the Silvery Moon Big Band
Microwave Dave Gallaher, blues guitarist, leader, Microwave Dave and the Nukes
Joe Glotzbach, bassist
Sharla Grable, singer
Solomon Grable, drummer
Chip Gulbro, violinist/guitarist, leader, Che Rico, Chip Gulbro & Friends, and the Hot Club Quintet of Huntsville
Rory Hamaker, trombonist
Leilani Hammock, singer
Mark Huff, bassist
Benny Jacobs-el, pianist
Rick Jobe, guitarist/clarinetist
Dan Joffe, saxophonist
Newt Johnson, keyboard player, member, Mambo Gris-Gris
Steve Johnson, trombonist
Edd Jones, leader of the Edd Jones Sextet, Florence, AL
Curtis Jordan, keyboardist
Ernest Jordan, guitarist
Jean-Yves Jung, pianist
George Kraft, trumpet player, former owner, Southeastern Music
Randall Key, trumpet player, HS band director in Decatur City school district
Joe Manning, bassist
Ivy Joe Milan, singer/percussionist
John Miller, pianist, manager, AB Stephens Music
John Mills, singer, owner, Mills Brothers Entertainment (LA, CA); son of Don Mills, original Mills Brothers member
Jose Matienzo, singer/percussionist, Mambo Gris-Gris
Steve Motz, saxophonist, member, Mambo Gris-Gris
Dawn Osborne, singer/leader, Dawn Osborne Band
Pete Politis, drummer/percussionist
Marcus Pope, drummer/percussionist, owner, Pope's School of Percussion
Devere Pride, bassist
Horace Rice, drummer
Mitch Rigel, drummer
Barron Robinson, trombonist
Eric Rogers, saxophonist, leader, Moondust Big Band
Emerson Scott, pianist
Alan Shaw, drummer/percusionnist
Ron Simmons, pianist
Cathy Stiles, saxophonist
Jody Stiles, trumpet player
Pat Sullivan, trombonist
Steve Swann, trombonist
Keith Taylor, pianist
Darryl Tibbs, percussionist
Beverly Troup, flutist
Eddie Vidot, percussionist
NIck Walker, bassist
Ken Watters, trumpet player, leader, Watters/Felts Project, member, Tabou Combo
George West, guitarist
Drew White, trumpet player
Clark Williams, drummer
Jeff Williams, bassist
Shelly Williams, saxophonist
Tom Wolf, guitarist, professor of music

How We Got Started

I have 42 years of professional experience in music, 27 of which were in Army and USAF bands all over the world. I play, sing, write, and teach all types of music.

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What is the best method of trading referrals?
Pete from Quality Music Services Answered this on February 23, 2019
What you know is important.  But who you know is really important.  Personal referrals based on the strength of a good, honest working relationship is always the best way to go.  Just my two cents. (more) What you know is important.  But who you know is really important.  Personal referrals based on the strength of a good, honest working relationship is always the best way to go.  Just my two cents.
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Pete from Quality Music Services Answered this on February 16, 2019
Networking. (more) Networking.
What's the funniest joke you've ever heard about your industry or type of business?
Pete from Quality Music Services Answered this on January 05, 2019
Musicians jokes are sort of "inside" jokes.  Unless you know something about the different characteristics of each instrument and some of their typical foibles, or the personalities of the types of people who usually end up playing each instrument, you won't get them.  But there are some that... (more) Musicians jokes are sort of "inside" jokes.  Unless you know something about the different characteristics of each instrument and some of their typical foibles, or the personalities of the types of people who usually end up playing each instrument, you won't get them.  But there are some that anyone can enjoy.  "What's the difference between an oboe and a bassoon?  A bassoon burns longer."  "How can you tell when the stage is level?  There's drool coming out of both sides of the drummer's mouth."  And of course, a personal favorite, "Rock and roll---few notes, much money.  Jazz--many notes, little money." There are thousands of them, so check some out on the net and enjoy!
Why did you start your business?
Pete from Quality Music Services Answered this on November 09, 2018
I started playing music when I was 11 years old in upstate NY.  It's been a focus in my life ever since.  I did 27 years as a military bandsman in Army and Air Force bands, and have played all over the world.  I retired from the military about 10 years ago, but have no intention of retiring from... (more) I started playing music when I was 11 years old in upstate NY.  It's been a focus in my life ever since.  I did 27 years as a military bandsman in Army and Air Force bands, and have played all over the world.  I retired from the military about 10 years ago, but have no intention of retiring from music.  Performing has been a lifelong passion, so in providing customers with the best music I can possibly make, I fulfill their needs for a wonderful experience, while continuing my own journey in growing in the art form.
Editor's Letter 📬 - October 28, 2018
Pete from Quality Music Services Answered this on October 29, 2018
When I was stationed at Hanscom AFB, MA in the 1990s, I got the chance to go to Salem several times, both for the historical stuff and the fun at Halloween time.  It's a great place to hang out either way, and of course the month of October is the countries biggest Halloween bash!  Great memories! (more) When I was stationed at Hanscom AFB, MA in the 1990s, I got the chance to go to Salem several times, both for the historical stuff and the fun at Halloween time.  It's a great place to hang out either way, and of course the month of October is the countries biggest Halloween bash!  Great memories!
What are the steps you take to build a culture in your business with your team and customers?
Pete from Quality Music Services Answered this on July 20, 2018
Integrity.  Excellence.  Honesty.  Giving more value than I receive.  I work in the local music business, so having and maintaining positive relationships is key. (more) Integrity.  Excellence.  Honesty.  Giving more value than I receive.  I work in the local music business, so having and maintaining positive relationships is key.
What kind of interview questions do you ask applicants?
Pete from Quality Music Services Answered this on May 04, 2018
I'm a sole prop.  I provide music of all types to clients in North Alabama.  I play piano in all styles, know thousands of tunes and pieces, and have played wedding ceremonies and receptions, parties, bars, restaurants, musical theatre, concerts, and can provide bands of 2-16 players.  Contact me... (more) I'm a sole prop.  I provide music of all types to clients in North Alabama.  I play piano in all styles, know thousands of tunes and pieces, and have played wedding ceremonies and receptions, parties, bars, restaurants, musical theatre, concerts, and can provide bands of 2-16 players.  Contact me with your musical entertainment needs and I'll be happy to help.  Thanks, Peter M. Harrison Owner, Quality Music Services, Huntsville, AL, 210-216-2407, harrison120@hotmail.com.
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