Teaching

Teaching is at the heart of my musical career. I am passionate about helping students of all ages and backgrounds develop strong technical foundations, artistic expression, and a lifelong appreciation for music. Whether teaching college courses, directing guitar ensembles, or working one-on-one with students, I strive to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages curiosity, confidence, and meaningful musical growth.

Current teaching appointments

Barton Community College

Applied guitar lessons

Beginning guitar

General Education courses

Barton Guitar ensemble (founded in Fall 2025)

The University of Kansas

Applied classical guitar lessons

Previous teaching experience

Washburn University

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Rockhurst University

Presentations & Professional Development

Kansas Music Educators Association (KMEA) In-Service Workshop 2026

"Beyond Strumming: Teaching Fingerstyle Guitar in the Classroom"