James Miller

Bunnell High School

Mr. G. James Miller holds a Master of Science Degree from Full Sail University (2011), a Master of Arts Degree in Music from Columbia University Teachers College (1985) and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from William Paterson College (1983). Mr. Miller has served in many of the tri-state area schools as an educator, writer and clinician for more than 35 years.

Mr. Miller has composed for and taught many Drum and Bugle Corps such as the Skyliners (NY), Hurricanes (CT), Westshoremen (PA), Chieftains (PA), Bridgemen (NJ), the Star of Indiana (IN) and, most notably, the Bushwackers (NJ) – who were awarded the “Best Percussion” award at the world championships for five consecutive years. His writing credits also include percussion ensemble works performed by several University Percussion Ensembles, his exercises and ensemble works have been published and distributed world wide and he has authored two books on percussion technique, and several articles published in trade magazines.

G. James Miller has been a finalist for the Teacher of the Year in Stratford CT, where he is currently employed (since 1986) as the Director of Music at Frank Scott Bunnell High School. At Bunnell he directs the Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, the National Champion Indoor Drumline and the 14-time Connecticut State Champion Marching Band.