I am a firm believer in old-fashioned musicianship; which could be why my mechanic calls me "Mr. Rock and Roll." Choosing primarily a piano or Hammond organ I can add texture to verses, color to bridges, boost choruses, dig in and improvise when necessary, or occasionally lay back and not play for the sake of the song. 

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I began taking piano and cello lessons at eight years old; playing in the school orchestra from grades 3-12 and the high school jazz band all four years. At around 15 years old I joined my first rock band and we learned how to play together as a group, improvise, write original songs, and  how to prepare for a live performance.

 

I grew up in Connecticut, and have also lived in New Hampshire, Colorado, California, and, currently, Tennessee. I have played in multiple bands in each of those states and have toured all over the U.S. and Europe either as full-time, contributing band member or as a temporary hired-gun.

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Influences: Chuck Leavell, Ian MClagan, Billy Powell, John Medeski, Gregg Rolie, Herbie Hancock, Pigpen, Keith Godchaux, Brent Mydland, Booker T. Jones, Gregg Allman, Benmont Tench, Garth Hudson, Billy Joel, Jon Lord, Lee Michaels, Ray Charles, Professor Longhair, Art Neville, and Eddie Harsch