Berklee Alumni Teaching Guitar Online. Electric & Acoustic lessons with over 17 years of instruction and performance experience. Also available for in-person lessons in New York City.

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• 1) When did you first develop a passion for music and your favorite instrument?

  When I was very little, every time I saw an instrument or guitar, I was immediately excited. It wasn't until I found an old, abandoned Spanish guitar in my grandma's apartment in Argentina, that I began to play. I was 11 then, and took that guitar back to my home where I played it for 3 months, until my dad arrived home one day with tickets to see a prog rock band from the 70s that he loved. After that concert, I was hooked, and started taking private lessons, listening to all sorts of music, particularly my dad's love for 70s classic and prog rock. I then developed my own musical taste with Jazz, Flamenco, and Folk, accompanying the Rock n' Roll spirit that was first instilled in me. That curiosity for music, instruments and sound has remained with me all my life, and I am always excited to share it with my students and their goals.

• 2) Is there a particular type of music or artist that you listen to on a loop without it driving you crazy?

  There are two sounds in music that no matter the time of day I can listen to and become joyful. An Afro Cuban piano montuno, and a slow, lo-fi Hip Hop drum groove. That said, I enjoy listening to Mozart Piano Concertos as much as I enjoy playing along to John Coltrane Jazz Records, Megadeth riffs, or Dua Lipa. It depends on the time and mood of the day.

• 3) Explain to us the most difficult or riveting course you could personally give to a student of music.

  The ultimate student of music and the most difficult in terms of variety of skills is becoming an equally great instrumentalist and producer. I have some students with whom I work on improving on the guitar, and also learning how to produce music digitally, and put both together. In the industry of today, a professional musician like myself does both very well, and some of my students are interested in this path. As difficult as it can be, it is also rewarding, stimulating and empowering.

• 4) What do you think is the most complicated instrument to master and why?

  I would have to say the voice, as it is an "invisible" instrument. However, we've all tried singing and it is the most relatable one. Guitar also has a beginning learning curve, but the truth is once we get over that hurdle, it is one of the most versatile and satisfying instruments we can play.

• 5) What are your keys to success?

  Passion to keep coming back and doing the work. Discipline to maintain that passion. Acceptance that we are all in our own time and skill level, and it is always worth it to improve yourself and only compare yourself to you.

• 6) Name three musicians you dream of meeting in your favourite bar in the early hours of the morning. Explain why.

  1. Steve Howe - His versatility and influence on me as a multigenre guitarist is enormous
  2. Pat Metheny - An amazingly insightful and intellectual composer and speaker
  3. Sting - One of my favorite songwriters. Completely original and connected.

• 7) Provide a valuable anecdote related to music or your days at music school.

  I had a private guitar teacher while I attended Berklee by the name of David Tronzo. He was a complete original in his approach to the instrument and music. He inspired me, gave me the confidence to look for my own sound, and also showed me a path to be connected psychologically and physically to myself, to stay in the present, and I really loved it. I think mentorship and friendship with your teachers is so important.

• 8) What are the little touches that make you a Superprof in music?

  I like to connect with my students, find out what their interests are in music and beyond, and make the class about adding an element to their week that enhances their skills, goals and confidence. My lessons are about my students, what they want to learn, and how they want to feel, and that is how I build the curriculum.