Current bassist for Arizona Blues Hall of Fame legend George Howard
Founded North Shore Music Institute in Northfield, IL
Director and Bass instructor of North Shore Music Institute 2002-2010
Founding member and bassist for Chicago blues artist "Skip Towne and the Greyhounds"
Worked for A&M records in Hollywood, CA 1986-1990
Veteran of Chicago and Los Angeles Music scene for over 30 years including over 2500 live appearances, numerous recordings and tours with local and national acts.
Studied bass privately with Bob Magnusson (Buddy Rich, Linda Ronstadt, Sarah Vaughn, San Diego Symphony Orchestra) and Steve Rodby (Pat Metheny, studio producer,etc.)
Studied Music Composition and Theory with Bobby Bradford (Ornette Coleman, solo artist)
Bass Institute of Technology graduate, 1980
Pasadena City College Jazz band, 1981, 1982
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