About
I have been a professional performing musician and producer for over 10 years and have had hundreds of students during that time. I grew up playing classic rock and classical. By the time I graduated high school I had visited 26 states playing music. I have studied music at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma and have performed in various groups. I have a unique passion for teaching music and making it fun. I have the classical training and performance experience to help take your musicianship to the next level while having a blast.
Experience
Lead Guitar / Lead & Backup VocalistApr 2012 - Present
Shaky Ground
Founding member band of Phil Bryant foundation
Voted best neighborhood band City of Clearwater 2013
Bass, Rhythm, Lead Guitar and ViolinOct 2014 - Mar 2016
Next Level Church - New Port Richey, FL
3 Weekly performances.
Executive ProducerJan 2013 - Mar 2014
Giving Room music
Acoustic Lighting Album 2015
Received international airplay
Radio Tircoed 106.5 FM – Swansea, Whales, UK
Global Indy Artists Show Knysna 97.0 FM – Johannesburg, South Africa
Competitive debate/acting coachAug 2002 - May 2006
Comanche High School
Coached 2 national Jr High Champions in Dramatic Interp & Original Oratory
OSTCA State champions in Dramatic Interp, Original Oratory,
Numerous OSTCA Regional Qualifiers in Poetry, Standard Oratory, Poetry, Policy Debate, Value Debate, Extemporaneous speaking
Production TechnitionAug 1997 - May 2003
Comanche High School
Smile – Comanche High school Production 1997
2nd Place in OSTCA One Act Competition
Graceland – Comanche High School One Act Production 1998
3rd Place in OSTCA One Act Competition
A Mid Summer Nights Dream - Comanche High School One Act Production 2003
2nd Place in OSTCA One Act Competition
Audio / Visual Co-ProducerAug 2002 - Dec 2002
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Beethoven – A Performance Biography Play 2002
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Undergraduate Arranger/ComposerJan 2001 - May 2002
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Undergraduate Arranger/Composer
USAO Showband 2001-2002
GuitaristAug 2001 - Nov 2001
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Pit band for production of Godspell
Youth Music DirectorApr 1997 - Jun 2000
First Baptist Church Comanche, OK
Touring and Revival Youth Band
Education
MusicJan 1999 - Oct 2003
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
High School Band / ChiorAug 1994 - May 1998
Comanche High School
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Awards
Akademia Music Award NominationOct 2012
Akademia Music
Affiliations
International Trumpet GuildJan 2014
The International Trumpet Guild is a non-profit organization founded in 1975 to promote communications among trumpet players around the world and to improve the artistic level of performance, teaching, and literature associated with the trumpet.
Phi Beta DeltaJan 2000
Phi Beta Delta, founded at California State University, Long Beach in 1986, was established as an organization in 1987 with 38 chartered chapters, many of which had existed for a considerable time previously at the local level. It is the first honor society dedicated to recognizing scholarly achievement in international education. As of December of 2012, 192 chapters have been chartered.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I have been a professional performing musician and producer for over 10 years and have had hundreds of students during that time. I grew up playing classic rock and classical. By the time I graduated high school I had visited 26 states playing music. I have studied music at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma and have performed in various groups. I have a unique passion for teaching music and making it fun. I have the classical training and performance experience to help take your musicianship to the next level while having a blast.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Lead Guitar / Lead & Backup VocalistApr 2012 - Present
Founding member band of Phil Bryant foundation
Voted best neighborhood band City of Clearwater 2013
Bass, Rhythm, Lead Guitar and ViolinOct 2014 - Mar 2016
3 Weekly performances.
Executive ProducerJan 2013 - Mar 2014
Acoustic Lighting Album 2015
Received international airplay
Radio Tircoed 106.5 FM – Swansea, Whales, UK
Global Indy Artists Show Knysna 97.0 FM – Johannesburg, South Africa
Competitive debate/acting coachAug 2002 - May 2006
Coached 2 national Jr High Champions in Dramatic Interp & Original Oratory
OSTCA State champions in Dramatic Interp, Original Oratory,
Numerous OSTCA Regional Qualifiers in Poetry, Standard Oratory, Poetry, Policy Debate, Value Debate, Extemporaneous speaking
Production TechnitionAug 1997 - May 2003
Smile – Comanche High school Production 1997
2nd Place in OSTCA One Act Competition
Graceland – Comanche High School One Act Production 1998
3rd Place in OSTCA One Act Competition
A Mid Summer Nights Dream - Comanche High School One Act Production 2003
2nd Place in OSTCA One Act Competition
Audio / Visual Co-ProducerAug 2002 - Dec 2002
Beethoven – A Performance Biography Play 2002
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Undergraduate Arranger/ComposerJan 2001 - May 2002
Undergraduate Arranger/Composer
USAO Showband 2001-2002
GuitaristAug 2001 - Nov 2001
Pit band for production of Godspell
Youth Music DirectorApr 1997 - Jun 2000
Touring and Revival Youth Band
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I do lessons in 30 and 60 minute segments. Additinal lessons are available by request.
How did you get started teaching?
I was in the private world and dreaming of making a living with music. One day I decided the time was right and I make the move into teaching full time. I've never looked back or regretted it.
What types of students have you worked with?
Children through elderly. Beginners through Advanced. I've taught people who have never picked up an insturment before and also coached preperation for professional auditions.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I got to send my daughter on a tour of the Southern US with a rock band.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for teachers who are going to teach you what you need to know. All too often teachers will just go right out of a book and there is alot of value to that. If you're wanting to learn everything possible about the insturment or you're new to music it's a great starting point. Look for someone who will be focused on your goals and your achievements and potential!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Why do you want to learn music?
What are you looking to accomplish?
What commitments are you willing to make in order to accomplish your goals?