Elevating Events, One Unforgettable Performance at a Time.

Music. My goodness…music. I love music.

Some of my earliest memories are of music filling our home. As the youngest of six kids in a deeply musical family, I grew up surrounded by melodies. Whether it was my siblings practicing their instruments, my oldest brother blasting The Who and Led Zeppelin vinyl while babysitting me as a toddler, or the collective joy of singing together, music wasn’t just something we did; it was the language of our home. It wasn’t long before I found my own voice in it, picking up the guitar at 11 and never looking back.

That passion carried me through years of dedicated study, first earning my Bachelor’s Degree in Classical Guitar Performance under the world-renowned guitarist Fareed Haque at Northern Illinois University, then refining my craft and earning my Master’s Degree in Classical Guitar Performance (with Academic Honors) at the New England Conservatory of Music under legendary Segovia protégé Eliot Fisk.

Those years of formal study were incredible, and I’m forever grateful for them. That being said, degrees and accolades were never the goal….

I wanted to do more than play the guitar: I wanted to create moments that people would never forget.

For over 14 years, I’ve had the privilege of doing just that. As a full-time classical guitarist specializing in weddings and private events, I’ve built a performance career that has been recognized with 13 "Best of Weddings" awards, 13 "Couple’s Choice Awards," and induction into The Knot’s Hall of Fame. I’ve also been honored as a Top National Guitarist twice, and I’m incredibly grateful for the over 500 five-star client reviews that reflect the deep connections I’ve been able to form with the people I play for.

But my journey hasn’t been without obstacles. In 2022, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis - a moment that could have shattered my career and identity.

Instead, it forced me to redefine what was possible.

I learned how to train differently, play differently, and push through uncertainty. My greatest challenge became my greatest teacher, and it led me to something even bigger: Keynote Concerts.

Now, in addition to performing at private events, I take the stage to share my story. Through both music and speaking, I am setting out to inspire others to overcome their own obstacles. My Keynote Concerts blend compelling storytelling with live guitar performances, helping people and organizations unlock creativity, resilience, and innovation. I’ve learned that the same principles that helped me rebuild my career after my MS diagnosis (adaptability, persistence, and passion) are universal. And sharing that message has been one of the most rewarding parts of my journey.

To help other musicians find success, I also wrote “How to Book Gig$ as a Solo Musician”, a book that lays out a proven roadmap for securing high-quality gigs, building lasting client relationships, and sustaining a full-time career in live performance. It’s the resource I wish I had when I was starting out, and I hope it helps other musicians take their careers to the next level.

As a proud husband, father, son, sibling, friend, and uncle, I remain grounded in gratitude for the relationships that shape me and the resilience they’ve helped me build. Through every challenge, I’ve learned that perspective is everything, and I choose to find light, meaning, and possibility in every moment. That same mindset fuels every performance I give, ensuring that each client experience is not just seamless and stress-free, but also deeply personal, moving, and one-of-a-kind.

Whether I’m playing someone down the aisle for their big day, setting the perfect musical atmosphere for a private event, or delivering a keynote concert in front of hundreds, my goal is the same: to create something unforgettable. And through it all, I remain deeply grateful to my family, my clients, my audience, and to music itself.

Thank you for visiting my website. I would love to connect and discuss how I can craft the memorable, unique musical experience or keynote concert that your event deserves.