

30+ years of experience focused on creativity and self-expression.


30+ years of experience focused on creativity and self-expression.
I have always worn many hats in my 30+ years of musical experience. From prog metal to jazz, classical to show tunes, I've played and worked in just about every guitar-related genre. In addition to my practical experience I have a BA in music and have taught and tutored in various capacities, from beginner guitar to college-level music theory. I'm also a published songwriter and composer and I have recorded and released several hundred songs. Bringing out a student's creativity is always one of my main goals when teaching.


Taught guitar, bass, theory, and composition full time in several music stores in Southeast Wisconsin. At peak I had over 40 students per week. Taught all skill levels and various styles including jazz, rock, blues, classical, and metal.
I have occasionally taught fellow students, online lessons, and have given one-off lessons and consultations for over 25 years. As an active live performer sometimes audience members reach out to me for short term help. I have consulted students on large scale school projects, produced albums for others, and played as a studio musician for artists and publishers like Hal Leonard. I am also a published songwriter with clients such as Plank Road Publishing/MusicK8 magazine.
Attained a Bachelor of Arts in guitar performance. The UWM guitar program at the time was a co-op program with the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. My studies included 4 years of Jazz guitar and 2 years of Classical guitar emphasis.