I love sharing the gift and knowledge of jazz, particularly improvisation. To me, there is nothing more liberating in music than to be put on the spot and compose spontaneously in the moment, and I love seeing people's eyes light up the first time they improvise on their instrument.
Having worked with a youth orchestra as well as high school jazz musicians, I enjoy experiencing the process of the student, and watching them grow as a musician. I have taught beginning students who have never picked up an instrument before, and to then see them a few months later being able to play a short song is rewarding as a teacher....