Ryan Hayes is currently at Jacksonville State University completing a Bachelor of Arts in Instrumental Music Education with emphasis in Bassoon and Flute. He has participated in JSU’s Chamber Winds, Civic Orchestra, Acapella Choir and Marching Southerners. In high school, he was a member of the Georgia All-State band and Chattanooga Symphony Opera Youth Orchestra. His previous experience teaching middle school students was successful in helping the students achieve first chair and all-state band.