Hi, I’m Joel!

A versatile woodwind doubler, improviser, composer & education professional with a background in Higher Ed. I’m here to equip musicians and leaders with the resources and skills necessary for success in the ever-changing musical landscape.

Who I Work With

  • Academics

    Need best practices for staying organized while assessing learning? I help busy academics develop assessment plans, student learning outcomes and review curriculum.

  • Educators & Ensembles

    Original compositions, workshops and coaching for budding educators, jazz bands or professional ensembles.

  • Woodwind Doublers

    Playing multiple instruments is time-consuming. Get custom pedagogy and practice plans to maximize your efficiency.

  • Jazz Improvisation Students

    Need actionable material and clear goals for advancing your improvisation? I tailor material to your individual needs.

  • Student Musicians

    I provide career planning, practice guides and coaching for students on track to become music educators or performers.

  • Recording Artists

    Need woodwinds to enhance your next recording? Check out my EPK and Media page to see how I can enhance your next album.

About Me

  • Former Department Chair, Assessment Coordinator, Professor, Ensemble Director & Studio Teacher

  • Initiated comprehensive curriculum revision to align curricular goals to new state standards.

  • Led strategic departmental planning and implemented updated music curriculum.

  • Oversaw KSDE departmental report preparation, strategic planning.

  • Developed and enacted departmental & college-wide assessment initiatives.

  • Compositions performed at Eastman School of Music, Wichita State University, Eisenhower HS (KS), Washington HS (SD), Shawnee Mission North (KCKS).

  • Helped hundreds of students achieve their goals

How I can help you

If you are a:

  • Music Educator in need of woodwind pedagogy materials or tips for making your jazz band swing harder.

  • Artist or Ensemble interested in commissioning new music.

  • Producer/Recording Artist in search of saxophone or woodwinds on a track.

  • Woodwind doubler looking to advance your career.

  • Improviser interested in attaining new skills.

  • Higher Ed Professional in need of a small school curriculum review or assessment structure.

I would love to help you guide you toward success!

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Resources for Woodwind Doubling, Teaching, Jazz Improvisation, Higher Ed Assessment & more.

Performance

My musical world is varied. Catch the next show by clicking below.

Tailored instruction is crucial to your success. I employ a coaching approach to learning by prioritizing relationship building, active listening, creative problem-solving, honest feedback and empathy on your journey.

I’ve been teaching content and educational skills to students in music education and performance for the past ten years. My objective is to enrich your life with musical understanding while developing critical thinking.

Most importantly, I enjoy seeing people work through challenges on their way to success.

Teaching

  • Material tailored to your needs

  • Student-centered approach

  • Tools for self-guided learning

Want to reach your goals?

Walking the Talk In Our Disciplines: Creative Practice Lecture

Stuck in a creative rut? Have an idea without a practice to develop your creativity?

Two years ago I was stuck. I didn’t like my creative life and and didn’t know what to do about it until I got serious about developing practices to advance my career. After giving a lecture called “Walking the Talk in Our Disciplines”. I found that I could distill my creative practice into a lecture about what works for me. Now, I want to share it with you!

I’d love to talk to your classroom, book club, or business about developing a creative practice to help you express your creativity. If you are interested in a music-based workshop involving creative practice contact me for a custom experience.