About
I give full 60 minutes lessons, no 50 minute “one hour lessons” here. I work with each performer to set what I think are reasonable and achievable goals. I’ve been trained by some of the best singers in the Bay Area, with my roots in the rich Bay Area music scene, my mentors all being members of Bobby McFerrin’s singing ensemble Voicestra. I currently am one of the few flute players and vocalists in the jam band scene with Melvin Seals & JGB.
I enjoy watching my students achieve the goals that we set together, and also very much enjoy watching the power of music to create joy and upli un action, which is one of the reasons I have chosen this as my career. Teaching since 2005 has given me the opportunity to successfully work with students of all ages and pass on all of the good habits, techniques and tricks I have learned in 25+ years as a career singer, flutist, song writer and performer.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
After initial contact, I set up a brief meet n greet that can happen in person, via FaceTime/Skype or possibly via phone. I’ll ask you to sing or play a 1-2 songs you love! If we both feel like we’re a good team to work together then We will identify goals, talk finances and make a schefumung plan,
What types of students have you worked with?
Elementary school students, biochemists, authors, children of very well known rock musicians, CEO’s of companies, high school musical stars,
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Ask alot of questions.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Whst are my top 3 goals for pursuing lessons in music? what do I want to achieve by creating music? What do I want my teacher to pass onto me? What are the top 3-5 ways that help me learn and retain what I’ve learned into the future? What’s the most important things I Don’t want my teacher to do? What’s the soonest dare I can start scheduling?