For Beginners

So you’re finally doing it huh? Congratulations! I can tell you that learning to play the guitar or any musical instrument in general is one of the most exciting and rewarding things you could ever occupy your time with. Having been a private instructor myself for the...

The Power of Persistence

There have been many times where some of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned as a player have come from non musical sources. That is, sometimes life in general is the greatest teacher of all. I did briefly discuss this topic of persistence in the improvisation...

Music and Spirituality

Music is an art form among many others. As an artist, we seek to convey our thoughts to the listener or the viewer. Our creations are often portraits or reflections of experiences we have had, and sometimes expressions of some aspect of how we view life on an esoteric...

Artistic Direction

What they don’t teach you at music school It’s funny how one can devote their whole life to the study of those little black dots we call notes. Did you know that in western music, there are only 12 of them? You’d think that after a year or two, one would be able...