From "Someday" to your first song.
Whether you're looking for a creative outlet that builds confidence, or you're finally ready to pick up the instrument you’ve always loved, I help you find your voice.
From Listener to Player: My Journey
"When I’m not teaching, I’m creating. This is me tracking acoustic guitar at a Trout Studios in Brooklyn, NYC."
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In 1987, I watched two summer camp counselors in a distant field figure out "Patience," a Guns n Roses song, by ear!: a moment of pure magic that taught me music is about connection, not just notes.
That spark led to my first guitar and fueled my mission to help students of all ages find their own voice. Today, I help you unlock that same "aha!" moment and bring your favorite music to life on the strings.
"Thank you Chris for making the guitar fun for me!"
My Training & Professional Experience
- Professional Musician & Creator: Over 25 years as a composer, band leader, performer, and recording artist. I teach based on professional experience, not just theory.
- Recording & Production Knowledge: I bring studio expertise into the lesson, teaching you not just how to play a part, but how it fits within a cohesive song/composition.
- Deep Musical Foundation: Multi-instrumentalist background (upright and electric bass, drums, voice). This gives me a holistic understanding of the rhythm section and melodic arrangement.
- Tailored to Your Style: Whether your passion is gritty rock riffs, classic pop melodies, or crafting original songs, the curriculum follows your genre.
Progress Over Perfection: How We Learn
I focus on keeping you excited about your progress rather than stressing over perfect technique. We build solid habits by starting with the music that moves you!
Theory with Purpose
Learning here is about having fun, not feeling like a classroom. We incorporate music theory as an additional tool to help you understand what’s happening inside the songs you're learning & to communicate with other musicians. Music Theory becomes a secret-handshake and language between musicians to address the subtlety and nuance of the musical arts.
Listen to some Music!
Music is more than notes on a page, it’s a full story. With over 25 years spent performing, composing, and building studio projects from the ground up, I bring that complete musical perspective to my teaching. These clips offer a glimpse into the sonic world I create, spanning everything from band leadership to production. Listen closely and imagine what we can build together!
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First introductory session is free. No experience needed, just bring your guitar and your curiosity.
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