Alan has an extensive background in piano, guitar, and violin. Alan was admitted on a Piano Scholarship to the University of Georgia where he studied piano and organ under the direction of Dr. Egbert Bacon. He continued his studies at Kennesaw State University and took private lessons with Joey Hufman, keyboardist for Hank Williams Jr.. For the past 4 years, Alan has been teaching piano and violin lessons at various private studios throughout metro Atlanta. Alan is the former house fiddle and keyboard player for Wild Bill's Atlanta. He has toured or shared the stage with Zac Brown Band, Charlie Daniels, 38 Special, and Hank Williamss Jr.. He has been in the touring band for country star Gretchen Wilson, as well as, Nashville recording artist Josh Gracin. He is currently the praise and worship leader for Church on the Word in Douglasville, Ga.