Mr. Gonzalez is starting his sixth year teaching at Lakeview Centennial High School.

Mr. Gonzalez grew up in El Paso, TX and moved to the Dallas/Fort Worth area to attend the University of Texas at Arlington, where he received his Bachelor's Degree in Music. During his time there, he studied under the direction of Dr. Michael Varner, Dr. James Yakas, and Dr. Andrew Eldridge. He was also involved with many ensembles at the university and served as the Principal Percussionist of the UTA Wind Symphony, Principal Timpanist of the UTA Symphony Orchestra, Drumline Section Leader of the UTA Maverick Marching Band, Member of the UTA Percussion Ensemble, and Elder Member of the UTA World Ensemble. In addition, he also marched with Genesis Drum and Bugle Corps.

Since coming to the metroplex, Mr. Gonzalez has taught and assisted many great percussion programs in the HEB, Arlington, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Cedar Hill Independent School Districts. His professional affiliations include being a member of the Percussive Arts Society as well as the Texas Music Educators Association. In his spare time, he enjoys photography, watching the Dallas Cowboys, and playing with his dog, Zeke.