07/31/2026
Hello all!
As you see, I haven’t made regular updates to this page in quite some time. I’m still here kickin’ at Rock Street Music! For almost 18 years now, Rock Street Music has been my musical home, both as a student myself and as a teacher for the past 9 years. With several new students jumping on board, I’d like to resurrect this page and introduce myself to new students, as well as prospective students who come across my page.
I started my own musical journey at age 16. About a year later, I began taking lessons at Rock Street Music, developing my skills in music theory, ear training, and music notation. Further down the road, I took college courses in Music Theory and Music History, as well as several music theory certification courses through Luzerne County Community College to continue furthering my education.
As much as I loved the idea of being in bands and playing shows, my primary interest had always been in teaching. I loved the idea of helping the next generation of musicians learn, develop their confidence, and find the joy in working hard towards a goal and succeeding. In 2015, I began teaching at the Perfect Harmony Center for the Arts in Kingston PA. In 2017, my journey came full circle when I began teaching at Rock Street Music in Pittston. To me, teaching here feels just like home as I remember walking into my first lesson here years earlier, unsure of where it would lead.
In addition to teaching, I’ve been fortunate to have had the opportunity to perform in some amazing venues, such as the Scranton Cultural Center, River Street Jazz Cafe, Montage Mountain, Millennium Music Conference and Electric City music Conference. I’ve shared the stage with incredibly talented local acts, as well as national acts such as Lola Montez, Flora Cash and Spitalfield. Nowadays, I focus mainly on teaching, however you’ll catch me playing an occasional gig, usually in support of my current and former guitar students.
I specialize in teaching beginners and intermediate players, but also enjoy digging into theory and more complex techniques with established players. I’ve always had the philosophy that you can learn from someone of any skill level or age. I’ve often said that if I can teach my students a small portion of what they teach me, I view that as a success. I pride myself on developing real connections with my students and never treating a lesson like a business transaction. I don’t teach because I have to - I am here because I want to be here!
Teaching guitar has been one of the great joys of my life. I’ll never cease to be amazed at how a journey that starts with tinkering with an out of tune guitar can lead to the most incredible experiences. Watching students succeed, and become confident musicians and people is the best feeling. It’s an amazing journey and I appreciate everyone who has supported me and has come along for the ride!
