Drums • Guitar • Any School Band Instrument
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Born in Petal, Mississippi, on October 16, 1964, Parry Williams Jr. has dedicated his life to inspiring students through music. A 1982 graduate of Harrison Central High School, Parry earned his Bachelor's Degree in Instrumental Music Education (K-12) from William Carey College in Hattiesburg in May 2002.
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Since 2002, Parry has taught band in public schools, beginning his career in Mississippi before joining the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools in Slidell, Louisiana, where he taught from 2012 until his retirement in May 2025. His years of experience as a band director and private instructor reflect a lifelong commitment to helping students develop skill, discipline, and confidence through music.
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Parry has taught at many well-known music stores across the Gulf Coast - including Mississippi Music, Millennium Music, Roseberry's Music, and Magnolia Music - where he has guided students in drums and percussion, guitar, bass guitar, piano/keyboard, woodwinds, and brass instruments.
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In addition to teaching, Parry has been deeply involved in church ministry since 1996, serving as Minister of Music, choir director, worship leader, and youth orchestra director, and performing as drummer and percussionist on praise teams for more than 15 years.
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Parry also brings his heart for service beyond the classroom and church walls. Since 2016, he has been an active member of the Christian Motorcyclists Association, where he currently serves as Chaplain of the Rehoboth Chapter in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Guitar • Piano • Voice • Music Theory • and More
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Brewer Arnoult is a singer, conductor, arranger, guitarist, and budding organist whose work bridges sacred and secular traditions with poise and depth. Known for promoting high-church sacred music and tasteful, contemplative artistry, Brewer brings a thoughtful approach to every performance and classroom. He is prompt to serve, yet equally values the quieter rhythms of life -reading, conversation, and reflective musical practice.
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As a performer, Brewer's versatility spans from jazz to chant. He began his career as guitarist and arranger for The New Magnolias in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, a jazz fusion combo known for its creative reinterpretations of classic standards. His collaborative spirit later found a home in diverse settings-singing and accompanying Broadway, barbershop, and classic popular tunes with pianist Dr. Tusa, and leading sacred ensembles throughout Louisiana and Mississippi.
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Brewer has served as cantor, conductor, and director for several parishes, including Our Lady of the Gulf in Bay St. Louis, where he led a mixed SATB choir in Latin polyphony and trained others in Gregorian chant, and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Latin Mass Community in Covington, where he directed both a women's choir and a men's schola. He currently serves as cantor and organist at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in New Orleans, and is also a frequent cantor for hire at St. Patrick's Church.

An experienced educator, Brewer taught Ear Training, Class Guitar, and assisted in Music Theory instruction as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he also earned his Master of Music in Theory and Composition. His thesis, Musical-Personal Alignment: The Correlation of Stylistic Approaches and Personal Values in the Life of Arvo Pärt, explores the deep intersection between music and moral philosophy. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance from William Carey University, where he was awarded first place in Classical Guitar Performance at the 2016 Mississippi Guitar Festival.
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Beyond academia, Brewer spent formative years at Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary in Nebraska, immersed in the study of Latin, Thomistic philosophy, and the sung Divine Office —an
experience that profoundly shaped his musical and spiritual perspective.

Whether teaching at the Music Room - Gulfport, accompanying a Mass, or arranging a jazz standard, Brewer Arnoult's artistry reflects a balance of intellect, devotion, and grace —an
invitation to listen deeply, think clearly, and live beautifully through music.

Euphonium • Trombone • Brass Instruments • Music Theory
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Amouri Jones brings a well-rounded blend of musicianship, technical ability, and real-world leadership experience to Music Room - Gulfport. With over ten years of experience playing and studying brass instruments— particularly euphonium and trombone —he demonstrates both performance skill and a solid foundation in music theory, composition, and digital audio tools such as Finale, FL Studio, Ableton Live, GarageBand, and Studio One.

Currently pursuing a Music Education degree at Mississippi Valley State University, Amouri combines academic training with hands-on teaching and mentoring experience. His resume reflects strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills, making him effective in connecting with students of various ages and learning styles.

Beyond his musical expertise, Amouri's work background shows a pattern of dependability, leadership, and initiative-serving as a keyholder and trainer at Dollar General and taking on supervisory roles in multiple settings. These experiences translate into reliability, professional discipline, and the ability to maintain a positive, structured learning environment.

He is also tech-savvy, familiar with music production software, Microsoft Office, and digital curriculum development, giving him a modern edge in integrating technology with instruction. His multilingual skills and empathetic communication style support Music Room's goal of making music education accessible, engaging, and inclusive.

 Logan Moore