As a musician, I believe that music is an influential channel for personal growth and the ideals that a student can gain from formal instruction are critical to the success of all their musical endeavors. With a forward looking approach to teaching I have arrived at a curriculum that is clearly modern in its content, making it extremely relevant to the music of our times. I also understand that it is important to mold my curriculum to meet the needs of each individual student. Through a course of directed study that integrates elements of music literacy and performance, my curriculum provides the skills necessary for any student to become self-reliant, experienced, motivated, and most significantly, successful.
“I would not be playing guitar if it were not for Mike's expertise and guidance. He broke everything down in a way that made it easy for me, as a beginner, to start playing right away. There's no doubt that Mike can take your playing from beginner to expert. It's just a matter of how far you want to go. If you already have experience, he will make you a better player than you ever thought possible.”