Gary Daniel Cook

Gary began his career in Santa Fe, New Mexico. After moving to Los Angeles, he enrolled in the Dick Grove School of Music. Gary studied music–learning theory, composition and improvisation, graduated GSM as the “Guitarist of the Year”, and was asked by Dick Grove to join the staff as a guitar instructor.

Gary’s career in the music industry includes recording, performing, songwriting and producing. A few milestones include credits as co-writer with Neal Schon on “Piranha Blues CD”, sonic architect for Sting on “Brand New Day” CD, New Orleans Jazz Festival with Joni Mitchell, various sessions with Grammy nominated producer Mike Elizondo (Dr Dre, Eminem), compositions for television, solo blues-rock release on Bruton/Zomba label and various projects in L.A. studios.

Gary has also worked as Product Specialist/Clinician for Roland, Product Manager for Yamaha and a Regional Sales Manager for Brian Moore Guitars.

He currently resides in Los Angeles, California and continues to work as a session guitarist, singer, performer, songwriter, producer, live performer, teacher and sonic architect.

Gary has played with:

• Sting
• Joni Mitchell
• Neal Schon
• Scott Reeves
• Andrew Strong
• Billy Kent
• The Resistance
• Woody James

*Gary’s music can also be heard in radio, television and film worldwide on such shows as Drew Carey Show, ESPN, E, One Life To Live and more.

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For more on Gary, visit www.garydanielcook.com/