FAQ
(Frequently Asked Questions)


What guitar do you play?
I now have two beautiful instruments, a 1995 cedar Bernabe, and a 2001 spruce Tezanos Perez. They are both fabulous instruments which offer different qualities due to the nature of the woods.

What type of strings do you use?
Savarez, Corum/Alliance, high tension. I find the Alliance trebles give a warm, yet defined sound like no other.

Who were your main musical influences during your training?
Obviously, my primary teachers, Scott Tennant and Manuel Barrueco.  The other teachers who influenced me greatly were Brian Head, composer/guitarist, and my first teacher Jim McCutcheon, a man with a gift for teaching children.

Who are your favorite players?
I tend to like different players for different reasons.  A few of my highlights might be Scott Tennant for his power and attitude, Manuel Barrueco for his elegance, and Paul Galbraith for his use of breath in phrasing, and David Russell's tone and musical ideas. But the list could go on and on...

Do you teach?
A few private students at home, and at Loyola Marymount University. LMU offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music, currently there are 8 guitar majors.  Limited scholarships are available.  For application and audition information, call 310-338-5386.  Or visit:  www.lmu.edu/colleges/cfa/music/

When will the Mel Bay video be available?
We filmed in October 2002, and was released early in 2003.

As always, kKeep an eye on the News page for updates and upcoming projects.

Thanks!
Martha