Introduction: I bring years of education and experience in making music and the music industry to the table. As a youngster I played in symphonic band, marching band and jazz band and went on to study music in college as well as touring, recording and teaching.
I am also not only a father of a grown child but have worked for a number of years as a foster parent. I believe that my experience as a parent has enhanced my skills as a teacher in that I have high expectations for myself as an instructor as well as high expectations for my students.
Not only do I really enjoy teaching and those moments when students "get it" but it's a pleasure to see them progress as players. I have former students that have gone on to become excellent players, have gone on to study music in college and have performed publicly in a variety of situations.