Welcome! I began selling, assembling and repairing musical instruments in 1969 for music stores. My positions included stage technician, repair technician, instrument builder, stage manager, TV producer, music store owner, music teacher and professional musician. I directly assisted manufacturers like Zildjian, Sabian, Pearl, Ayotte, Staccato, Fender, Peavey, Roland and Yamaha with product development, retail insight, educational programs and promotional events. I've managed two music education centers, owned an instrument retail store and provided technical assistance to the world's great musicians, conductors, school bands & charities including BB King, Charlie Pride, Waylon Jennings, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Michael Jackson, Pearl Jam, Brooks & Dunn, Tragically Hip, The Pretenders, Primus, The Headpins, Glen Campbell, Rage Against The Machine, Charlie Daniels, Dr. Hook, Fishbone, Spyro Gyra, Ministry, Long John Baldry, Sarah McLachlan, The Variety Club and yes, even Spinal Tap!