My formative years were spent learning rock guitar. My main influences are alternative bands like U2, The Smiths and REM as well as Van Halen, Led Zeppelin and Hendrix. I started teaching at age 16.
Studying Jazz and focusing on music theory, sight reading and improvisation I graduated from Berklee College of Music in 1994.
Private Lesson timeline:
Gary Hoey (L.A. based rock guitarist) 1985-1988
Bruce Bartlett (Boston based jazz/fusion guitarist) 1988-1992
Charlie Banacos (Boston based jazz pianist – music theory/improvisation for all instruments) 1992-1994.
In 1994 I moved to New York and started focusing on rock again. Since then, I have been recording and performing professionally as well as teaching guitar in the city.
My students appreciate my laid back personality and my lessons include tons of secrets that will unlock doors. You will progress quickly.
Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding private lessons.
