The scene:  an impromptu vocal recital for one, in the bathroom.  There I was, enjoying a tinkle and a jingle, oblivious to the party on the other side of the door. When I came out, I was greeted with thunderous applause from the friends and family that had gathered.  Turns out, I was born for the spotlight, because that natural interlude during the party inspired the performer in me and resulted in years of unpaid performances during family occasions, including being the feature performer at my Bar Mitzvah after-party. I tried for years to collect appropriate remuneration from my parents.

When I became a family man, with my son in one arm and a ukulele under the other, I set out to make music that made him smile. Gladly, my son’s musical tastes were aligned with those of his toddler peers and my performances received the enthusiasm and acclaim that kicked off a new career.

Private music lessons, vocal coaching, Music for Munchkins, birthdays, events and public performances for kids and families are where my training and passions meet.  Please take a moment to look around the site and learn more about what I have to offer!

My teaching philosophy centres around finding content and methods that will reach the individual.  As a parent, I see that no two people are alike, and as a musician I know that what moves each of us musically is as individual as we are.

Lessons are created by drawing on concepts and styles from pop, jazz, and Royal Conservatory Classical.  I intertwine knowledge of world music gained from years of professional international performances and travel, to create a personalized lesson series for each student.

For younger students, emphasis is placed on student-teacher rapport, after all, no student will look forward to their weekly lesson if they don’t like their teacher!  Focus is placed on appropriate form and musical behaviour in a way that keeps students engaged, on track, and moving forward.