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I have over 15 years playing the electric bass, which includes 4 and 5 string as well as fretless instruments and a Bachelor’s of Music from Berklee College of Music. I have been teaching privately for about 5 years, including teaching bass and leading combos for the Virginia Governor’s School for the Arts’ Jazz Band from 2005 to 2007.

As a teacher, I focus on fundamental music skills that enable students of all ages and playing levels to form a strong musical foundation that will last them a lifetime. I stress fundamental concepts such as groove playing, rhythmic interpretation, ear training and harmony to familiarize the student not only with the traditional role of the bass guitar with other instruments but to act as a springboard to reach all following levels of proficiency. But I don’t follow a rigid lesson plan. My goal is to craft lessons around each student’s interests and needs. I often spend time with students studying great bassists from Pop, Rock, Jazz, and R&B idioms so that they gain a sense of history from their lessons as well.

I am based out of my apartment in West Ghent, available on nights and weekends. Please contact me via email for scheduling and payment details.