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Who? I have been a professional jazz pianist since 1988 and currently reside in Boulder, Colorado. My performance experience includes thousands of engagements; from private parties and weddings to jazz clubs, music festivals, recitals and concerts. I’ve played extensively throughout the United States as well as Spain and France, and have had the pleasure of working with a multitude of wonderful musicians over the years (including Delfeayo Marsalis, Jason Marsalis, Nnenna Freelon, Adonis Rose, Maria Schneider, Dave Liebman, the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra, Lou Donaldson, Greg Abate, Ed Calle and Duffy Jackson) and am currently the pianist with the John Brown Quintet, whose release “Terms of Art” reached the top ten on the national radio jazz playlist. Recently, I earned a Masters degree from the prestigious music program at the University of Miami, where I also served on the faculty as the teaching assistant for the jazz piano department. Performance Nothing brings me more joy, than sharing my music with others. I want my playing to feel good and be fun to listen to for everybody. I strive to play strong and interesting melodies with a groove that will get feet tapping. The music must fit the occasion and bring the appropriate energy so that it always contributes to a positive environment. With twenty years of professional experience, I know what it takes to ensure that your event runs smoothly. I can provide different configurations including solo piano, duo with bass or horn players, hammond organ groups, and larger jazz ensembles. I also play the accordion. All ensembles can include vocals either from myself or a female vocalist. The music will be first rate, the musicians professional, punctual, and appropriately dressed, and I will offer a fair price. References are available. Lessons I enjoy teaching as much as playing and take pleasure in helping students find the tools and inspiration necessary to make progress. The experience of giving lessons, teaching classes and coaching ensembles to the talented students at the University of Miami has been invaluable, but in my private studio I welcome students of all ages and levels. I teach a variety of jazz-related topics like chord theory, technique, improvisation, phrasing, and I can also address practice habits and performance anxiety. References are available. Alexander Technique As an AMSAT certified teacher of the Alexander Technique, I have helped many musicians (and non-musicians, alike) to improve and to deal with repetitive motion related injuries. Musicians are often frustrated and even injured because of excess tension and inefficient technique. By addressing the habitual pattern of misuse throughout the body and by retraining body mechanics, the Alexander Technique can bring great relief. The Alexander Technique alleviated chronic tendonitis in my hands and wrists, moving me to become a teacher of this century-old therapy through a three-year course of study. Other In addition to performance and teaching, I can arrange for any type of group, make charts for vocalists, and compose. I listen carefully to the needs of my clients, I offer competitive prices, and stand behind my work. Recordings I have two recordings under my own name entitled Connection and Mobius. Please visit cdbaby to sample the tunes or purchase.