Bachelor's in philosophy and music (with 'high distinction') from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master's in philosophy and classics from St. John's College, Annapolis
Aspen Music Festival and School, 1999
Pianist for the U.S. Army, 2003-present.

I have worked as a professional musician my whole life; and have been a teacher and coach for countless musicians throughout the years. I find great satisfaction and pride in helping any student who comes to me find their musical side or inside, and to begin the work of mastering the beautiful and demanding craft of piano playing. Playing the piano is a life-long pursuit with many great rewards; it requires patience, discipline, a positive attitude, and expert guidance (this last is my unique contribution to the mix). I can teach classical, jazz, and many other styles.

I have had a fairly diverse musical background, including playing with bands and orchestras, as well as participating in choral groups and opera. I have a master's degree in music performance for wind conducting, and a bachelor's degree in music with an emphasis on piano performance. I have taught private lessons off and on for several years now but have always been successful wherever I went.

I love music, which should be obvious because if I didn't I wouldn't be writing this now! I also have a real passion for sharing my knowledge and experience with others, both failures and successes. I believe everyone has creative potential, and I believe music is a real universal art form that anyone can tap into if they want. Making and creating music should also be fun!

I have been teaching young people and adults how to play musical instruments for over 20 years. A lot of my students are well on their way to a rewarding future with music, some as professionals and others as hobbyists. In addition to being a teacher, I am also a professional performer who has worked in a wide variety of styles and I have a Masters degree in music composition and theory.
One of my main specialties is working with very young students and total beginners. There is a special skill to teaching young children that can only be developed through experience. For the older student, or the student who already has a musical background my specialty is helping you learn the styles that have always been of most interest to you. I can also help older students gain a broad understanding of music through some basic music theory.

Clint has been throughout the United States performing in venues such as Carnegie Hall, and the Grand Ole Opry! He loves working with people that loves to make music! Clint believes making music should be fun while disciplined!

I have played piano since age 5, saxophone since age 13, and guitar since age 15. I received a Bachelor of Music from the University of Memphis, a Masters of Education from Union, and have taught music for Memphis City Schools for the past 6 years.

I love and play a wide variety of music including Classical, Contemporary, Rock, Folk, and Praise & Worship music.