I began studying classical guitar at Medicine Hat College over 20 years ago under the guidance of performing classical guitarist William Frank- student of famed technique author Aaron Shearer. Rapid progress resulted in my winning the Silver Medal Award for Performance-a yearly National Competition sanctioned by The Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music. It was the first time a guitarist was honored with the award at MHC. Shortly thereafter I accepted a teaching position at MHC, until leaving to attend Simon Fraser University in Kelowna, B.C.

 Discovery of jazz lured me from classical roots to studying the styles of a number of jazz players over the next few years. In 1991 I founded and hosted a weekly Jazz Jam with the Saskatoon Jazz Society. I played with all levels of musicians, played in a number of combos, performed at several Jazz Festivals, clubs & restaurants. In 1997 I took time off from my day job to study in Montreal, Qu for a semester with Greg Clayton, jazz guitarist from McGill University.  I moved to Camano Island in 2001 and began teaching full time in January 2002.

 I believe the role of the instructor is to give the student the tools & knowledge to successfully pursue whatever musical goals they have. I invite you to take advantage of my experience to help you achieve your musical goals. It will be a pleasure to help you get there.