Hey there! I'm Jacob, a professional musician and teacher living with my wife and two boys. Music has always played a central role in our lives. From writing songs in my early teens to studying at Berklee College of Music starting in 2014, I’ve built my life around music; not just as a performer or writer, but as a teacher who genuinely enjoys helping others find their style and sound. I also have a specialization in Virtual Teaching from UC Irvine.
Over the years, I've had the opportunity...
Hey there! I'm Jacob, a professional musician and teacher living with my wife and two boys. Music has always played a central role in our lives. From writing songs in my early teens to studying at Berklee College of Music starting in 2014, I’ve built my life around music; not just as a performer or writer, but as a teacher who genuinely enjoys helping others find their style and sound. I also have a specialization in Virtual Teaching from UC Irvine.
Over the years, I've had the opportunity to work with a wide range of students, from absolute beginners to experienced players wanting to refine their skills.
In addition to private teaching, I also get to work with three of the most well-known names in the guitar education world: Ultimate Guitar, TrueFire, and Guitar Tricks. These have allowed me to reach tens of thousands of students across the globe, and they've taught me how to communicate musical concepts clearly, concisely, and in ways that are motivating.
My teaching approach is entirely centered around the student. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all music instruction. Every student has unique goals, learning styles, musical tastes, and schedules.
I draw from a wide toolbox of techniques to help students feel successful and challenged at the same time. That might mean breaking down complex theory into bite-sized, easy-to-understand pieces. For others, it’s about learning by doing; jamming, creating, experimenting, and having fun. My background in songwriting also gives me a strong foundation in melody, harmony, chord progressions, and lyric writing, which can be incredibly useful for students who want to write or arrange music of their own.
If you're looking for an online teacher who will meet you where you're at, help you set realistic and exciting goals, and make learning feel inspiring rather than overwhelming, I’d love to work with you. Whether you’re picking up the guitar for the first time or returning after a break, there’s always a next step, and I’d be honored to help you take it.
