Started playing at 8 yrs.
Played professionaly since 16 yrs.
Studied classical guitar with Dick Lurie, Cleveland OH.
Master classes with Jose Luis Rodrigo in Spain, Summer 1973.
Seminars with Howard Roberts, 1973.
Joe Pass, Herb Ellis, Pat Martino Seminars.
Co-founder with George Grexa of Jazz Rock Group "Crown Vetch", 1974.
Member of Rock Group "Blue Ash", 1976.
Veteran of countless gigs as a leader and sideman with various musicians
Life-long student of music and teacher of many fine students over a 30 year period.
Released "Blue Max" CD in 1998. Favorable reviews in "Blues Review Magazine"
Member of the Erin Burkett Group.
Blues booking agent and promoter 1990-2000.
Jammed with most of the well-known blues artists, including: Jimmy Thackery, Kenny Neal, Greg Piccolo, and Chris Cain
Part-time member of E.G. Kight Band.
Also Billy Price Band.
Two European Tours with Eddie Shaw and the Wolf Gang.
Also veteran of 5 Chicago Blues Festivals, including three on the main stage with Eddie Shaw.
Studio work with Singer/Songwriter BJ O'Malley on her last three CD's.
Currently finishing up Gypsy Jazz style CD and seeking players to augment the project (Rhythm guitar and violin).
