Jeff was born in Savannah, Georgia and began to display an interest in music at a very early age. After taking piano lessons for several years, Jeff played for his first wedding at the age of 13.  This led to playing for weekly church services at his home church. At the age of 15 he accepted the postion of organist at a large Methodist church, playing the organ and directing the choir. After graduating he attended Armstrong State College for two years and then transferred to The University Of South Carolina to study piano performance. After college Jeff moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, to become organist of Providence Baptist Church and musical director of Bravo Ristorante which was an Italian restaurant that had singing waiters.  Jeff left Charlotte in 2002 to perform on Carnival Cruise Lines where he was the top rated pianist.  In 2006 Jeff moved to Denver, North Carolina, where he lives today in the Lake Norman area. Jeff continues to record and perform as well as teaching at Jeff Perks Piano Academy. Currently Jeff is the pianist/organist at Unity Presbyterian Church.