Bodhran with Sean S.

I’m a music educator, performer, and composer in the San Diego area. I hold a BA from Pomona College, where I majored in Music with concentrations in Musicology and Composition and minored in Physics. Born and raised in Colorado, I fondly recall screaming and crying as my loving parents dragged me to piano lessons and children's chorale. In the almost two decades since, I decided that, actually, music isn’t the worst. Today, I bring a wealth of performance experience as a vocalist in a wide array of styles, an empathetic approach to music making, and a funny mustache. I’m also experienced as both a concert and collaborative pianist. I offer lessons to students of all ages and musical backgrounds, and take care to deeply customize each student's experience through pedagogically informed approaches. My lessons are a fun and safe place to learn through mistakes (unless you're not into that––scathing admonition available upon request). I invite students to bring in pieces of music that excite them, while contributing my own knowledge of the repertoire. I believe that healthy singing and keyboard fundamentals should be promoted and explored through a variety of musical styles. When not giving lessons, I’m an active singer, composer, and conductor. I’m also a self-taught bodhrán (Irish drum) player. I will lie about whether I like cats or dogs better in order to please everyone. I enjoy sewing, cooking, and exploring the great outdoors.