Check Out Dave Nooe’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Dave Nooe.

Hi Dave, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’ve been singing since I was born and began playing guitar and piano at around 7. My parents were very supportive. I became a professional musician in my teens and at that same time began teaching guitar. I continued to perform in my band, The Rockin’ Bones and teach even more. My main reason for supplementing my musical income with teaching was the birth of my first child Charlotte Nooe. My performances and travels continued while I studied music at the university and received a BS degree in Music. I then taught at all levels from PK-college and released an album of children’s music that added to my growing catalog of original work. Working with kids was great so I continued and began writing full length musicals. 4 were produced. In 2012 Charlotte passed away. At that time my wife Jenny Anne and I began Charleyville which continues to this day. Charleyville is a registered 501(c) that provides lessons, instruments and scholarships to those who could not otherwise afford these resources. Charley was Charlotte’s nick name and over our 13 year existence we have provided countless services. Currently we offer assistance to Guns Not Guitars, Boys Brigade and provide 2 scholarships at the university level. Over the past year I have been organizing shows with the Rockin’ Bones that feature many Nashvillians in a. community of performers who honor such artists as Bob Dylan and Chuck Berry. I believe in cooperation as opposed to competition.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Of course the road is as smooth as I make it which sometimes gets me in trouble with those I am closest to lol.
Of course losing Charlotte is a struggle that I come to grips with through Charleyville honoring her spirit. I have been sober for almost 5 years and the sobriety journey is a journey that I am grateful for.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I specialize in pulling people together in a community of artists. One thing that I am proud of is my work with Warrior Songs. Where I was teamed with a female veteran who also suffered the loss of a child and we cowrote an award winning song that was sung by my wife Jenny Anne. Another project I recently did was being the musical director for a TV show, GROW. Which my wife Jenny Anne hosted and produced last year.
The musicals, the rock and roll shows, the cowriting and countless other projects have made me realize how important a strong community of artists and performers can be to all involved

Alright, so to wrap up, is there anything else you’d like to share with us?
My Dad was a blinded Korean War vet who helped so many people with his counseling. He taught me the value of helping people despite obstacles.

My wife who constantly reminds of the value of perseverance.

My band mates who teach me the value of cooperation and community.

My faith that lifts me up every day.

Without these and many other influences I would still have an awful lot to learn. I am forever grateful for all of them. As Joe Strummer said, “Without people you ain’t nothing”

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.Charleyville.org
• Instagram: @davenooe
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