Bio
I began my classical guitar life at Metropolitan State College of Denver, where I studied with virtuoso
guitarist Alex Komodore. During my studies, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend and perform in
several master classes with world class artist such as David Russell, Manuel Barrueco, Paul Galbraeth,
Adam Del Monte and more. After Graduating with a B.M in Classical Guitar Performance, I moved to
Spain to further explore the music I have loved and spent so much time studying.
My two year journey began in Spain's southern region of Andalucía, where I spent several months performing (Classical) and studying Flamenco guitar from various teachers in Malaga, Granada and Sevilla. I have been fortunate enough to play the Recuerdos de La Alhambra while on the river beneath the actual fortress. I eventually settled in Barcelona and learned to just relax and enjoy every note I play, whether it be days of playing on a boat in the Mediterranean, or learning new styles from great musicians from around the world.
In spring of 2007, I returned to Denver and quickly began teaching and performing. I have since performed at venues such as the 30th Starz Film Festival, Botanic Gardens, the 2009 Chili Harvest Festival at Lakewood's Heritage Center, The Oxford Hotel and a variety of different art galleries, Mansions, country clubs, private parties and corporate events not to mention scores of weddings. See the Weddings or Special Events pages for references and further details.
Throughout my musical career and many trials and travels I have been influenced by numerous styles besides classical guitar, such as, Flamenco, South American, World Music, Jazz etc... I play from my heart and consider myself a student as well as a teacher.
"The song of the bird in the open tree is the one that brings true music to the ear, while the one in the cage is but a sad imitation". ~ED AHENAKEW, CREE NATION
My two year journey began in Spain's southern region of Andalucía, where I spent several months performing (Classical) and studying Flamenco guitar from various teachers in Malaga, Granada and Sevilla. I have been fortunate enough to play the Recuerdos de La Alhambra while on the river beneath the actual fortress. I eventually settled in Barcelona and learned to just relax and enjoy every note I play, whether it be days of playing on a boat in the Mediterranean, or learning new styles from great musicians from around the world.
In spring of 2007, I returned to Denver and quickly began teaching and performing. I have since performed at venues such as the 30th Starz Film Festival, Botanic Gardens, the 2009 Chili Harvest Festival at Lakewood's Heritage Center, The Oxford Hotel and a variety of different art galleries, Mansions, country clubs, private parties and corporate events not to mention scores of weddings. See the Weddings or Special Events pages for references and further details.
Throughout my musical career and many trials and travels I have been influenced by numerous styles besides classical guitar, such as, Flamenco, South American, World Music, Jazz etc... I play from my heart and consider myself a student as well as a teacher.
"The song of the bird in the open tree is the one that brings true music to the ear, while the one in the cage is but a sad imitation". ~ED AHENAKEW, CREE NATION