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Michael teaches guitar on Mondays and piano on Fridays. 

(Please take note when registering. Due to the equipment in the room he teaches in on each of those days, you must register for the correct day, depending on instrument. Thanks for understanding!)

As a professional performer, composer, and educator, Michael has dedicated the past 15 years in helping students develop their craft on the guitar. Beginning his career as a Music Education Major and classical guitar student at the State University of New York at Fredonia, he obtained a chair for the esteemed Fredonia Guitar Quartet. Michael performed with the group for multiple tours, including an international tour of Spain at many celebrated Universities and Music Conservatories. Once relocating to Los Angeles, Michael completed his Associates degree in Audio Engineering at the Los Angeles Recording School and began work in music editorial for film and television. In 2018, Michael signed as a recording artist with Sony Music Entertainment and began his professional stage career as a songwriter and national touring musician. Alongside a busy touring schedule, Michael continued his passion for education and has maintained a steady teaching schedule. He has taught private lessons and group classes throughout Los Angeles and, for six years, led the guitar program for at-risk and homeless youth at Covenant House California.

Michael enjoys teaching in various styles including: rock, pop, metal, country, and classical. He provides instruction to students of all backgrounds and experience levels. Beginning with the fretboard fundamentals and foundational technique, Michael approaches the guitar with the basics of note reading and practical exercises while maintaining the focus on the students’ overall goals and musical style preferences. He likes to help strengthen the individual skills of the player while encouraging future band/ensemble development. Michael’s overall goal is to help bring out the gifts and talents that all students posses while keeping the joy of music at the center. Michael is always excited to meet new students and looks forward to assisting you on your musical journey!

Fun facts about Michael:
-Enjoys riding motorcycles and ATVs
-Has had his music showcased in television shows and video games
-Likes Sci-fi and Fantasy movies
-Loves Italian food
-Has performed on seven national tours
-Favorite sport is Hockey
-Enjoys collecting music and movie memorabilia 
-Grew up in New York
-Favorite dog is a Siberian Husky
-Enjoys traveling and new adventures