Connect with your musical self.

MUSIC LESSONS (piano, ukulele, guitar, voice, etc.)

I’ll meet you where you are (figuratively) and teach your preferred music with attention to:

  1. Technique

  2. Theory

  3. Improvisation/composition

  4. Performance

You will have the opportunity to participate in seasonal recitals. I will support your learning style and strengths, without judgement.

COMPOSITION

The following piece was commissioned in 2022:

I can help you to write your music and/or songs.

PERFORMANCES

Piano Karaoke: I will lead karaoke for you, your friends and family. Keyboardist-for-hire:  I can play for your recording or live project.

INFLUENCES AND PHILOSOPHY

My work is influenced by the work of Carl Rogers, Carl Jung, and Nordoff-Robbins (Paul Nordoff & Clive Robbins), among others. I believe in unconditional positive regard for clients. I believe we often have an idea of how we might heal, although we may not be able to articulate it. I believe our greatest wounds yield our greatest strengths. I believe each of us has a musical self, the part of us that is uniquely responsive to music. I believe our imaginations can be powerful tools for healing. I believe there is hope for a better life, a better world. I believe in savoring beautiful moments. I believe we have much to teach each other. I believe music is a great tool for improving our lives.

We each have our own path on this journey of life. As Ram Das says, "We are all just walking each other home." Music lightens our burdens and helps us to shine.