Every student is different — in age, goals, experience, and taste. That's why I tailor my lessons to meet my students exactly where they are.
I grew up with two classical pianist parents and started formal piano lessons at age five. I began studying the clarinet around age ten and played for about six years. At age twelve, I pulled my mom's old guitar out of the closet, and I was immediately hooked. That moment led me down a path that shaped the rest of my life.
I first began teaching private music lessons at age seventeen and even earned high school credit for it my senior year. I went on to study music at the University of New Mexico before transferring to the Musician's Institute (GIT) in Hollywood, California. I also studied multiple summers at the National Guitar Summer Workshop in Claremont, CA.
"Music is a skill anyone can enjoy throughout their lifetime — whether they're 5 or 95."
I love teaching music, watching students grow as musicians, and seeing the joy on their faces when they achieve something new. My aim as a teacher is to provide a solid music education in a fun and supportive environment while focusing on the style of music each student wants to learn.
I've taught students from ages five through adult in a variety of styles, including rock, classical, fingerstyle guitar, funk, improvisation, blues, and hard rock. Lessons generally follow this structure:
After each lesson I send students home with notes on what to practice that week. Songs are selected based on the student's primary style, goals, and ability level — and students are always working on at least one song they've requested or that aligns with their genre and skill level.
Through tailored lessons that are engaging and rewarding for all ages, students not only become better musicians, but also gain valuable life skills such as improved self-confidence and the ability to overcome challenges. It is a privilege to help guide others to express themselves creatively through music.
I have spent years studying music through private instruction, professional training at Musician's Institute (GIT), multiple summers of intensive study at the National Guitar Summer Workshop, and multi-day masterclasses with internationally respected musicians — spanning classical and flamenco to jazz, blues, and rock. I bring that foundation and passion to every lesson, whether it's a child's first songs or an adult chasing a lifelong musical goal.
Classical and flamenco specialist rooted in the Spanish guitar tradition
Jazz fusion master and longtime GIT faculty legend
Prolific jazz educator and author of widely used guitar method books
Master of slide guitar, praised by Eric Clapton as one of the most advanced — and most underestimated — musicians around
Grammy-winning guitarist celebrated for his singular tone and musicality
Renowned educator and founder of the House of Blues School of Music
One of rock guitar's most technically demanding and musically adventurous voices
Testament guitarist and acclaimed jazz crossover artist
The first lesson is always free — no commitment, no payment required.