Jeff began playing the piano at age eight – followed by drums at ten, guitar at eleven, and numerous other instruments over the ensuing years. His musical inspirations and influences span the gamut from classic rock to film scores to classical music and everything in between. Since playing his first professional gig in 1987, Jeff’s musical experiences have ranged from writing/performing both as a soloist and in numerous rock bands, to writing/arranging for string quartets, choirs, and stage musicals.  As a session musician and film scorer, he’s worked with artists from Boston to New York to New Orleans to Los Angeles. His many career highlights include playing for a number of years with Bill Turner (former lead guitarist for Bill Haley & the Comets) and sharing the stage with Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull.

Jeff has learned that musicians grow through passion, discovery, and of course, practice. As a teacher, he believes in starting with what motivates and inspires the student – customizing the experience for each individual. The joy and magic of music is ultimately what it’s all about, and no two paths are identical. So…let’s get started, shall we?