I choose not to flaunt my accolades and name drop. So. what is important about me to mention and what do I value? I've come to decide that music for me is as much about community as it is sound waves. I have the distinct privilege to work in many genres of music, from country to punk to classical and jazz. Yet, when i plug in my guitar and play with others, I can immediately feel a connection with them,  even if we have nothing in common. I believe this is why I still choose to play music.

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I once heard a song by Daniel Lanois when I was 14 and started crying. The power of this song has sent me on a lifelong quest of trying to inject meaning and feeling into thin air. Before I play a single note, I ask myself what my intention is. This, to me, is the essence of creating meaningful art.

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My early adventures brought on by music were amazing. From traveling the country and world, driving over a dozen hours straight on several occasions, to playing tiny empty rooms and giant outdoor festival stages, to running a DIY house show venue with my friends in college, becoming a large fish in a small pond and somehow making ends meet (with help at times), I decided to leave it all behind and jump into the ocean that is los angeles California's music scene when i was 23.

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I started my time in Los Angeles getting a graduate degree at Musicians Institute, subsequently working at the college as a faculty member. I taught lessons, played in a few bands with my friends and did what I could to try to get my foot in the door of the LA scene.

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Now, I live a wonderful, stable life in LA- I play in two fulfilling original projects, I run a recording studio,  play in church, play lots of cover gigs, and teach lessons to excited students.  I have even started bandleading a new project called Glass Sandboxes, something I wasn't sure I'd do again. I tour on a pretty constant basis.

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While my website may not sport fancy awards or career achievements, I hope this gives you insight into who I am. I care deeply for my friends and family, spend a lot of time in nature and constantly work to improve my mental and physical health. I also love tattoos and cheeseburgers. 

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Below is my professional resume. 

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