Ukulele with Tom S.

***Temporary lowered rate - Online only*** Tom is currently available to teach lessons at his studio in Downers Grove, IL. He has helped many students exceed their expectations not only as guitarists, but as very well rounded musicians. Tom received his training at Berklee College of Music (Boston, MA) where he received a degree in Music specializing in Music Production and Engineering. As an expert in his field, he looks forward to helping new students achieve their goals. Tom's versatility as a live performer has brought him into opening slots for the following major headlining acts: Pop/Rock: STING *The Theater at Madison Square Garden, NYC *Central Park, NYC *and more L.L. Cool J & Jewel *Presidential Inaugural Ball - Bill Clinton Isaac Hayes Boz Scaggs Collective Soul Huey Lewis and the News Maceo Parker They Might Be Giants Lyle Lovett Ratdog (Bob Weir) Chaka Khan Los Lobos Ben Harper Jazz & Acid Jazz: George Benson Charlie Hunter Michael Brecker Roy Haynes Trio Count Basie Orchestra Bela Fleck & the Flecktones Wayne Shorter Yellowjackets Blues: B.B. King Jonny Lang Buddy Guy Koko Taylor Lonnie Mack Etta James …and many more In the studio, Tom has recorded on countless TV & Radio commercials including: McDonald's Coca-Cola Disney Budweiser Sears Buick Gatorade State Farm Ford Motor Co. Miller Brewing Co. …and many many more. Tom has played on many CDs receiving local and international acclaim. He also garnered a GRAMMY NOMINATION for his work with the Chicago based band Liquid Soul. He has written and performed on music for TV and has even recorded on a few tracks that have hit the Billboard charts.