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I have been a music educator since 2001, and currently serve as the director of Fine Arts at Hilton Head Christian Academy. As a versatile multi-instrumentalist who has traveled nationally and internationally, I have performed locally with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, Jazz Corner, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Palmetto Bluff, May River Theatre, Hilton Head Chamber Music, and many others. I have music directed several professional and regional shows including the Music Man, White Christmas, the Sound of Music, Big Fish, Tarzan, Guys and Dolls & Disney's the Little Mermaid. I am the founder and director of the Hilton Head Jazz Camp, which is a premier destination for aspiring jazz musicians ages 14-20 and this past summer welcomed over 110 faculty, staff and students to our campus in the Lowcountry.
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The Piano Sonatas: Volume 1 (No. 1-12) - The Genius of Ludwig Van Beethoven
This Volume 1 collection presents the complete first twelve sonatas in chronological order, faithfully reproduced from the original public-domain scans of the renowned Ricordi edition (published 1920). Each sonata is introduced with a concise historical note that places the work in the context of Beethoven’s life and highlights its unique character and significance. The scores are clear, clean, and carefully restored for optimal readability on screen or when printed. Whether you are an intermedi
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Instrumental Music, Music, Music Composition
40 Amazing Rags: The Ultimate Scott Joplin Piano Collection
Dive into the infectious syncopated joy of ragtime with 40 Amazing Rags!, a meticulously curated digital collection celebrating Scott Joplin, the undisputed King of Ragtime. This comprehensive resource brings together all of Joplin's most beloved and essential piano rags—from timeless icons like Maple Leaf Rag and The Entertainer to mature masterpieces such as Gladiolus Rag, Fig Leaf Rag, and the poignant Magnetic Rag. Each rag includes:- Ranked by historical impact, popularity, and criti
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Instrumental Music, Music, U.S. History
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens – Modern Illustrated Edition
Rediscover the timeless classic that defined the spirit of Christmas. Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol (1843) remains the quintessential holiday tale of redemption and humanity. Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly businessman, is visited by four ghosts on Christmas Eve, confronting his past, present, and potential future. This profound story explores how greed isolates us while generosity and compassion connect us, reminding readers that our actions ripple outward like circles in a pond. This beautif
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Short Stories
Henry Ford's Own Story
Discover the untold journey of Henry Ford, the visionary farmer's son who revolutionized the world with the Model T Ford and pioneered the assembly line production that made cars accessible to every American family. In this captivating 1917 biography, Rose Wilder Lane—through intimate interviews with Ford himself—unveils the man behind the legend: a humble inventor from Greenfield, Michigan, who rejected farm life for a dream of mechanical innovation, amassed a fortune worth billions in
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Economics , U.S. History, World History
Echoes from the Deep: Letters from the Titanic
In "Echoes of the Deep," readers are transported back to the fateful night of April 14, 1912, aboard the RMS Titanic through the lens of eighteen true-life accounts derived from letters written on the ship. This meticulously researched and emotionally charged narrative illuminates the human tapestry woven within the tragic events of one of history's most iconic disasters. As the mighty Titanic embarked on its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, it carried the dreams, aspirations, and sto
9th - 12th
Art, English Language Arts, Social Studies
CCSS, TEKS
RH.9-10.1
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Original Jazz Combo Tune: Eggs and Salsa (Score and Parts)
Many years ago, I was playing at a breakfast buffet with my good friend Jami Johnson and we were pretty bored and came up with this original tune called 'Eggs and Salsa'. It's a jazz minor blues type jam in 5/4 time and I was fortunate enough to capture a live recording recently off of the soundboard of the 2018 Hilton Head Jazz Camp faculty recital. Playing with some unbelievable musicians, I think you'll enjoy hearing this track and will want to purchase it for your combo. Listen to it he
7th - 12th
Instrumental Music, Music, Music Composition
The Musician's Practice Journal
Embark on a transformative journey into the world of musical excellence with "The Musician's Practice Journal," designed to help you develop a purposeful mastery of your instrument. It is possible to achieve profound skill development through the principles of deep work and purposeful practice. Unlock the full potential of your musical talent going beyond the traditional notions of practice, and be guided towards a more intentional and focused approach. Drawing inspiration from the conc
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Instrumental Music, Music, Music Composition
Treble Clef Flash Cards (Standard Set PDF)
This standard set contains notes from middle C to high C (two lines above treble clef) in PDF format. No sharps or flats are included in this set. They are formatted for 4x6 cards, so feel free to print these two-sided on 4x6 index cards to use in your classroom. You may also display these on a projector for a socially distant classroom or share with your students for virtual learning. if you enjoy this, please look for more music curriculum materials by Bear Notch Publishing or visit http://p
4th - 12th
Instrumental Music, Music, Vocal Music
Treble Clef Flash Cards (Standard Set - Powerpoint)
This standard set contains notes from middle C to high C (two lines above treble clef) in Powerpoint format. No sharps or flats are included in this set. They are formatted for 4x6 cards, so feel free to print these two-sided on 4x6 index cards to use in your classroom. You may also display these on a projector for a socially distant classroom or share with your students for virtual learning. Mix them up in a different order to use as an assessment. if you enjoy this, please look for more mu
4th - 12th
Instrumental Music, Music, Vocal Music
Treble Clef Flash Card Sampler
This 10 page sampler set of treble clef flash cards contains notes from middle C to G with no flats or sharps. For only $4.99, buy the standard set for 2 octaves from middle C to high C (two ledger lines above the staff). Print these out on 4x6 cards or display them digitally to practice learning your treble clef notes. A great activity for distance learning or a socially distant music classroom.
4th - 12th
Instrumental Music, Music, Vocal Music
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About the store
Experience
I have been a music educator since 2001, and currently serve as the director of Fine Arts at Hilton Head Christian Academy. As a versatile multi-instrumentalist who has traveled nationally and internationally, I have performed locally with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, Jazz Corner, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Palmetto Bluff, May River Theatre, Hilton Head Chamber Music, and many others. I have music directed several professional and regional shows including the Music Man, White Christmas, the Sound of Music, Big Fish, Tarzan, Guys and Dolls & Disney's the Little Mermaid. I am the founder and director of the Hilton Head Jazz Camp, which is a premier destination for aspiring jazz musicians ages 14-20 and this past summer welcomed over 110 faculty, staff and students to our campus in the Lowcountry.
Awards & shining teacher moments
February 2026 - Scheduled to perform at the Essential Ellington Competition at USC in Columbia, SC
September 2025 - Featured in CH2 Magazine - "Keeping the Beat"
July 2025 - Founded the College Jazz Institute, expanding the HHJC to four programs involving 130 students
January 2025 - Performed at the JEN Conference in Atlanta, GA
September 2024 - Featured on WSAV as a promotion for the 'Jazz for All Ages' festival
July 2024 - Guest at the Brevard Music Institute / Meet & Greet with Wynton Marsalis & Keith Lockhart
April 2024 - Arts and Culture guest on WHHI's Daily News
March 2024 - Guest Presenter at the Junior Leadership Conference, HH / Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
January 2024 - Performed at the JEN Conference in New Orleans, LA
January 2024 - Featured in CH2 Magazine - "Folderol"
October 2023 - Featured in CH2 Magazine - "Setting Up Camp - How the HHJC Grew"
May 2023 - Featured guest on WHHI's "Talk of the Town"
January 2023 - Performed at the JEN Conference in Orlando with Clinician Victor Wooten
2021-22 - Received an Outstanding Rating at the JPA Assessment @ Newbury College
2021 - Guest Clinician at Westminster High School, Maryland
2019 Mentor of the Year - Hilton Head Christian Academy
2012 - 2019 - Faculty at the Boise State Chamber Music Camp
2011 Teacher of the Year - HHCA Middle School
2006 Graduate Concerto Competition Winner - Boise State University
2005 - Honors Recital Performer - Boise State University
2005 - Teacher of the Year - Jackson Grammar School, New Hampshire
My own education history
Bachelor of Music Education - Gordon College
- With a focus on secondary instrumental education
Masters of Music Performance & Pedagogy - Boise State University
- With a focus on piano performance & pedagogy
Additional biographical information
Through my work with the Junior Jazz Foundation, the JJF ‘Rising Stars’ under my leadership has opened for Joey Alexander, Rene Marie, Jane Monheit, Freddie Cole, Bucky Pizzarelli, Monty Alexander, and many more. I have collaborated with several artists all across the country and performed both live and in the studio. I have over 20+ years of experience as a music director, camp director, freelance musician and composer / arranger, with a focus on classical/jazz piano and trumpet.
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