Jimmy Hardy is a highly accomplished pianist in Louisiana. He is greatly influenced by his father Jerrel Hardy who was a machine gunner abroad the USS Hovey, an outdated destroyer which had been converted into a high-speed minesweeper. Hovey became the first minesweeper in history to sweep 45 mines in one day. It is declared the greatest minesweeper in the world as it broke all minesweeping records in the Palau Islands (Peleliu and Anguar). When MacArthur returned to the Philippines, Hovey was the first ship to enter Philippine waters, During the liberation of Luzon island, Hovey was sunk by an aerial torpedo. Jimmy Hardy is proud of his father's naval service during the World War 2.

About Jimmy Hardy

Jimmy Hardy is a pianist and music director with vast experience in the field of music. He has worked as a music teacher and band director in many schools. He was the artist in residence piano teacher at Roark Music Company in Monroe for years before it closed. His experience also includes his work as a music composer for three plays by Dr. George Brian, based on the life and career of the late Governor and Senator Huey Long of Louisiana. Besides being a passionate musician, Jimmy is a true humanitarian who believes in making active efforts to increase the well-being of humankind. He regularly supports social causes through charitable air or donations. He has worked with the Lincoln school district by serving on community health fairs and social education fairs. According to him, contributing to charitable causes is one of the best ways to give back to the community.