A classically-trained saxophonist, Charley developed his technique under such masters of the instrument as Vincent Gnojek, Douglas Masek, and Laura Hunter. His experience includes numerous live venues, television, and radio; as well as performances with notables Morton Gould, John Adams, Zita Carno, the Pacific Symphony Orchestra, and others. During a temporary relocation to beautiful Hawaii, Charley worked as a sideman for several local entertainers, including island chart-topper Jon Basebase (“Suddenly”), the Bobby King Royal Combo, and the Willie Barton Orchestra.

Charley has played and/or recorded with contemporary Christian artists Annie Herring, Julie Meyer, Chris DuPre, Pablo Perez, Gregg Stone, and others. He has been a contributing performer on numerous independent recordings. Charley’s new solo CD, Never the Same, features Ron Wikso, Alphonso Johnson, Matt Bissonette, Kurt Griffey, Wally Minko, and Michito Sanchez.

Although his current musical focus is on recording and composition projects, Charley makes time to perform with the award-winning Sacramento band, Steelin’ Dan, and can often be found “recharging his batteries” on the The Rock of Roseville Worship Team.