EDUCATION:
State University of New York College at Fredona
B.S. Sound Recording Technology, Cum Laude
A unique curriculum based around the European Tonmeister Program
4 semesters studying classical guitar with Richard Falkenstein
2 semesters studying percussion (snare drum & vibes) with Kay Stonefelt
EXPERIENCE:
Guitar
Ringling Brother and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 2003-2005 - Touring guitarist for the Red Unit three ring circus in major venues throughout the United States.
Drums
Ringling Brother and Barnum & Bailey Circus, 2005-2008 - Touring drummer for the Gold Unit three ring circus in smaller venues throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, Italy, and Spain.
Bass
Circus America, 1993 - Subbed for a few weeks of local tour in NY and RI. Being a college student, being paid $500/week cash made a lasting impression on making a living as a musician.
JVC Jazz Festival, 1997 - Subbed for the sound check with Paquito D'Rivera and his band in support of the Grammy winning Jazz album of that year, Portraits of Cuba.
Chapterfive, 1996-2003 - Original rock band based in NYC. Contributions included 5 & 7 string bass, vocals, songwriting, audio recording and mixing for all C5 demos and records.
One Sweet World, 2000 - Dave Matthews Tribute band performing throughout NY, PA, MA.
Salero, 2010 - Subbed for Austin, TX based Salsa band.
