About Me:
My teaching method is generally based on the blues which I consider to be the fundamental element in understanding all modern styles of music. I incorporate ear training by studying specific soloists, and by teaching their solos. I teach all levels and styles of modern American music, from jazz standards and solos note for note, jamming Hendrix or Led Zeppelin (and understanding their roots), or playing acoustic folk. Whether your goal is jamming on the back porch or playing concert halls, I will help you achieve your goals.

Styles:
Musical Theatre, Jazz, Rock, Rockabilly, Blues, Gospel, Bluegrass, Country, Pop, R&B, Funk, Fusion, Folk

Subjects:
Harmony, Theory, Ear Training, Songwriting, Arranging, Jazz Music History, Rock Music History

Ages:
Elementary School, Pre-teen, Teenage, Adult

Availability:
Mid-Town Manhattan (private studio on 50th st. bet 9th and 10th Ave.)

Major Influences:
Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, Otis Redding, Donny Hathaway, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Pilgrim Travelers, Soul Stirrers, Bobby Womack, David Ruffin, Johnnie Taylor, Robert Johnson, B.B. King...

Studied With:

• Greg Drew (vocal teacher for Lenny Kravitz, Corey Glover, Bono) [2001 - 2003]
• Vic Juris (guitar at NYU New School of Jazz) [1998]

Recent Performances:

• B.B. Kings Bar & Grill [September, 2007]
• Bam Cafe [September, 2007]

Discography:

• Jay Collins Band - "Songbird & The Pigeon" [2008]
• Thomas Earl - "Gold Dust Magic" [2007]
• Scott Sharrard - "Analog/Monolog" [2007]
• Scott Sharrard - "Dawnbreaker" [2005]
• Katy Pfaffl - "As She Stands" [2003]
• The Chesterfields - "The Chesterfields EP" [2003]
• The LYFE Project (With P. Diddy) - "Lyfe Project" [2002]
• The Chesterfields - "Henry Street Soul" [2001]
• Craig Dreyer and Fiends - "Thats What Fiends Are For" [2000]