With almost thirty years of experience, Morgantown, West Virginia native Wayne Rowand has spent the greater part of his life in the pursuit of music.
Known primarily as a classical guitarist, Rowand has also received training in jazz and improvised music. His principle teachers include eight-string guitar pioneer David Harris and Scott Elliott. He has also attended classes and master classes with notable guitarists Thomas Kitka, Ken Karsh, Manuel Cuen, David Burgess, Peter Fletcher, Dr. Patrick Joyce, and Stephen Aron. Rowand has extensive performing credits on a regional and national level, both as a soloist and an ensemble player.
Currently Rowand spends his time teaching, performing, and spoiling his two young children, Chloe and Finn.