After a series of rock bands in high school, Ted wanted to pursue music. To make ends meet he worked part time construction while going to College and taking a few music classes as well as the basic required courses.

After a bad day on the job site, his hands were a wreck. The next day Ted went down to the local music store and asked if he could teach guitar. He started in a broom closet but Ted taught my first student in 1977. He absolutely loved it! 

TED’S FIRST TEACHING EXPERIENCE

 This was the best advice Ted ever recived as well as a life changing experience. He signed up for a full time music schedule that included private lessons with Jack Petersen.

Wikipedia introduces him as an American Jazz guitarist and educator. He was a pedagogical architect for jazz guitar and jazz improvisation at Berklee College of Music and the University of North Texas.Ted studied with Jack for 2 years at the University of North Texas. 

“Ted if you want to make a living in music, go learn everything about it so you can play on stage with anyone”

Ted’s teaching and music business career started 47 years ago. He has always said he can teach anyone music. Music is inside all of us we just need to find it. Ted wants to help you with your musical journey. Through the years he has helped thousands of guitar players get started and achieve their goals. What are your reasons for wanting to play? Ted’s goal is to offer a quality step-by-step system for you to follow and help you get started.