About
I have a BA in Music from NYU and have been teaching private guitar lessons since graduating in 2009. I am able to cover many topics, including rock, metal, jazz, classical, improvisation, transcription, composition, general dexterity and more. My lessons are interdisciplinary, designed to improve musical comprehension, creative wherewithal, and confidence. Let's build something together.
In 2008 I founded PYRRHON, an experimental metal band from NYC. Our recently released fourth album, Abscess Time, received widespread critical acclaim by notable publications like Decibel, PopMatters, Chicago Reader, and The Quietus. We have extensive international touring experience and have worked with several renowned metal labels, including Willowtip and Relapse Records.
Outside of PYRRHON, I compose solo guitar pieces, improvise avidly, and independently study classical and jazz guitar.
I've always been fascinated by the student-teacher dynamic. Having spent most of my childhood and early adult life studying with various private instructors, I have developed my own dynamic teaching style which I can customize for each of my students. Nothing feels better than working endlessly with a student to achieve a goal of their's and to look back on all of the progress that we make together.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I really enjoy the process of getting to know a new student and better understanding their skill level and goals. Generally, I'll pinpoint one specific topic as a jumping point, and then use that as a means to broaden out scope of study in the future. If you have any questions about how I would go about developing a curriculum for you, don't hesitate to get in touch!