With over 25 years of dedicated musical experience, my passion is helping students find joy and unlock their potential on the fretboard. My teaching background is rooted in proven, real-world success, most notably as a lead instructor for Guitar Center, where I managed a consistently sold-out schedule of one-on-one lessons. I have successfully guided a diverse range of students, from six-year-olds to seasoned adults, by creating a fun, collaborative, and no-pressure environment tailored to...
With over 25 years of dedicated musical experience, my passion is helping students find joy and unlock their potential on the fretboard. My teaching background is rooted in proven, real-world success, most notably as a lead instructor for Guitar Center, where I managed a consistently sold-out schedule of one-on-one lessons. I have successfully guided a diverse range of students, from six-year-olds to seasoned adults, by creating a fun, collaborative, and no-pressure environment tailored to each student's personal goals. My entire approach is built on listening first to understand what a student wants to accomplish, then building a clear path to get them there.
My ability to create these effective, personalized learning paths is grounded in a deep, formal education in music. I hold an advanced Grade 8 Music Theory certification from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) and attended the prestigious Guitar Institute (now ICMP) in London. This foundation allows me to blend a structured curriculum, using trusted methods from Hal Leonard and Berklee Press, with a delivery that is completely adapted to the individual. I recognize how each person learns best—whether visually, analytically, or through muscle memory—and I tailor the "how" we learn to fit their style.
To keep lessons engaging and effective, I integrate modern tools like Guitar Pro to create custom exercises and utilize apps that provide backing tracks, transforming practice from a chore into a creative musical conversation. This hybrid approach provides students with the best of both worlds: the reliability of a proven system and the personal attention of a mentor who knows exactly how to help them succeed on their musical journey.
