Music Is Not My Life

2016-04-03T15:33:00.0Z

Music has been a major part of my life, more life an obsession. At one point I would have even proclaimed that music is my life. As my journey has progressed I have realized that music is not my li...

The Bipolar Complex

2016-03-24T13:56:00.0Z

Many who pursue the life of a musician find themselves dealing with anxiety, frustration, and even a sense of failure. On the other hand, when success makes an appearance, we can reach great states...

Can We Taco About This: Santa Barbara Part Two

2016-03-12T20:48:00.0Z

I've been home in NYC for just under a week, but my mind is still thinking about my recent gig and the several weeks spent in Santa Barbara, California. It was truly one of the most beautiful place...

Don't Worry Be Happy: Santa Barbara Part One

2016-03-12T01:29:00.3Z

I just finished a truly remarkable few weeks singing with Opera Santa Barbara in their production of Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love. "Elixir" is significant to me because it was one of my first ope...

Merry Birthday

2016-01-26T01:09:00.0Z

Thursday, December 3, 2015 was a really REALLY good day. I am well aware that it was almost two months ago and 2015 is sooooo last year, but this Blog is about my musical and culinary adventures an...

Thoughts/What's Next?

2015-11-02T13:49:00.0Z

Many times I have encountered a repeating question that never seems to be answered. What's Next? This is a question not often asked by others, but one that permeates my thoughts on a daily basis. S...

Brother, Can You Spare A Lime?

2015-08-25T21:07:00.0Z

The end of our time in the small town of Lewes in the United Kingdom is quickly approaching. The nature of the people that live and work here has been extremely friendly, welcoming and helpful. Wha...

Technology and Tailgating

2015-08-14T09:47:00.0Z

As I type this most of America is still asleep, but it is late morning / early afternoon in England. Throughout my time here, I've utilized the early afternoons to vocalize, sing through repertoire...

Get a Free Piano Lesson - Enroll in 7

2015-08-11T08:05:00.0Z

Lyric in the Gardens: a preview concert of the Lyric Opera of Chicago 2015-2016 season at the International Friendship Gardens in Michigan City, Indiana

2015-08-09T02:36:25.0Z

Rose Guccione, soprano, Janet Mensen Reynolds, mezzo-soprano, Kenneth Donovan, tenor, and Keven Keys, baritone, together with Robbie Ellis, pianist, and Gary Alexander, narrator, present a concert ...

Feeling Tea-rrific

2015-08-06T14:13:00.0Z

Hello friends and family! Although it's been quite some time since my last post, keeping my blog alive is very important to me and there's always something on the "back burner" -- cooking analogy i...

Advice For Beginners On Buying Your First Guitar

2015-08-03T06:00:00.0Z

Top tips on buying your first guitar and getting a great deal There has never been so much choice when it comes to buying a guitar these days. Even guitars designed with the beginner in mind have i...

Top 5 Tips for Becoming A Better Guitarist

2015-08-03T02:28:53.0Z

If you are new to guitar, or you have been playing for a while, but are fustrated by your progress here are Five top tips that can help you make big improvments: 1) Is your guitar playable? You don...

Adult Piano Classes

2015-08-02T03:50:00.0Z

If you are an adult and want to take piano lessons, you can do so now. You are not too old! I have a great class for you. Contace me for ADULT PIANO LESSONS!

Two Free Piano Lessons....

2015-08-01T19:10:00.0Z

Earn two free piano lessons when you donate funds to my music book fund tour on Kickstarter. Visit the site for more information on the project or more rewards when you donate.