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I am a Maui-based musician, educator, and recording engineer with a long history in Hawaiian music, live performance, and audio production.
As an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, I can efficiently help develop a fully produced song from a demo. I own Seaside Recording Studio and teach at UH Maui College, while mentoring projects for the Institute for Hawaiian Music and developing online curricula.
I am a judge in the audio engineering categories for Hawaii’s “Grammy Awards.” I am twice the winner as a producer and a finalist in pop, instrumental, jazz, and instrumental composition. I have mixed and edited hundreds of projects.
Beyond performance, I provide music therapy, design educational programs, and collaborate on community projects. My work blends artistry with education and therapy, embracing Hawaiian culture and technology to create engaging learning experiences and high-quality recordings.
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Hawaiian Steel Guitar at self and Old Lahaina Luau
October 18, 2012 - Presentaward winning Hawaiian Steel Guitar
Owner Seaside Recording at Seaside Recording
October 18, 1998 - PresentProducing award winning music in Hawaii
guitar and keyboards at convention show band on Maui
April 5, 1988 - November 1, 2023entertaining corporate groups
College professor in Music at University of Hawaii
January 5, 2009 - Presentdesign and teach curriculum in Guitar, ukulele, piano, bass , recording technology
Owner and Engineer at Seaside Recording Studio
January 1, 1989 - October 27, 2025Owner and engineer with award-winning productions for CD, film, radio, and video.
Owner and Engineer at Seaside Recording
October 1, 2008 - October 27, 2025October 2008 to Present: Owner and engineer; designed a recording studio for Maui College; created instructional videos and online curriculum; proficient in Zoom teaching.
Ukulele Music Therapist at Ai Pono residential Eating Disorders program
January 1, 2021 - October 27, 2025Providing music therapy services for residents.
Hawaiian Steel Guitarist and Vocalist at Old Lahaina Luau Show
November 1, 2012 - October 27, 2025Hawaiian Steel Guitarist and Vocalist for the Old Lahaina Luau Show.
Musical Director, Guitar, Keyboards at "Jimmy Mac and the Kool Kats"
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Musical Director, Guitar, Keyboards for Hawaii’s premier show band for convention shows.
Musician at Ocean Activities Center Wailea Kai
December 31, 1996 - December 31, 1996Musician for dinner cruise.
Part-time Music Instructor (Music Technology) at Seabury Hall
December 31, 1994 - December 31, 1994Part-time Music Instructor in music technology.
Home and Recording Studio Designer/Builder
February 1, 1990 - February 1, 1990Designed and personally built a custom home and recording studio on Maui.
Substitute Teacher / High School Special Education Instructor at Maui School District
December 31, 1986 - December 31, 1986Substitute teacher leading to placement as a High School Special Education Instructor.
Director of Creative Interventions / Psychotherapist at Private practice, Rochester, NY
December 31, 1985 - December 31, 1985Director of Creative Interventions; private psychotherapy practice working with groups, individuals, couples, and developing educational materials.
Counselor and Legal Consultant at Pre Trial Services Corp., Rochester, NY
December 31, 1980 - December 31, 1980Counselor and legal consultant implementing treatment plans, providing opinions, and making recommendations to lawyers and judges on psychology, behavior, and Pre Trial Diversion services.
Counselor / Program Developer at Greece Central School District, Greece, NY
December 30, 1977 - December 30, 1977Developed counseling and treatment programs for students in grades 6 to 12; initiated crisis housing program.
Owner and Engineer at Seaside Recording
October 1, 2008 - November 2, 2025Owner and engineer; created award-winning productions for CD, film, radio, and video; designed and operated a Maui recording facility.
Instructor, Music Department at UH Maui College
October 1, 2008 - November 2, 2025Develop and instruct classes in ukulele, guitar, audio technology, Hawaiian Steel Guitar, piano, and online courses in music history; mentor and record projects for the Institute for Hawaiian Music; designed a recording studio for Maui College; created instructional videos and online curricula; proficient in Zoom teaching.
Ukulele Music Therapy at Ai Pono residential Eating Disorders program
January 1, 2021 - November 2, 2025Providing music therapy as part of a residential treatment program.
Hawaiian Steel Guitar & Vocalist at Old Lahaina Luau Show
November 1, 2012 - November 2, 2025Performer as Hawaiian Steel Guitarist and vocalist for a renowned Maui show.
Owner and Engineer at Seaside Recording Studio
January 1, 1989 - November 2, 2025Owner and engineer; produced music for CD, film, radio, and video; oversee recording sessions and post-production.
Musician at Wailea Kai (Ocean Activities Center) Dinner Cruise
December 31, 1996 - December 31, 1996Musician performing on dinner cruises.
Part-time Music Instructor at Seabury Hall
December 31, 1994 - December 31, 1994Music technology instructor (part-time).
Designer & Builder at Self-Employed ( Maui )
February 28, 1990 - February 28, 1990Designed and personally built a custom home and recording studio on Maui.
Substitute Teacher / Special Education Instructor at Maui School District
December 31, 1986 - December 31, 1986Substitute teaching leading to placement as High School Special Education Instructor.
Director, Creative Interventions program at Rochester, NY Private Practice
December 31, 1985 - December 31, 1985Private psychotherapy practice; developed educational materials and a program that reduced problematic behaviors and DUI incidents; treated over 700 people over 5 years.
Counselor / Legal Consultant at Pre Trial Services Corp., Rochester, NY
December 31, 1980 - December 31, 1980Counselor and legal consultant; developed treatment plans; provided opinions and recommendations to lawyers and judges on psychology, behavior, and Pre Trial Diversion services.
Counselor & Program Developer at Greece Central School District, Greece, NY
December 31, 1977 - December 31, 1977Developed counseling and treatment programs for students in grades 6-12; initiated crisis housing program.
Education
BA Psychology at University of Rochester
October 18, 2025 - October 18, 2025Masters in Education at SUNY Brockport New York
October 18, 2025 - October 18, 2025Post Graduate Certification at Gestalt Institute of Cleveland
January 1, 1983 - October 27, 2025Certified by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists, AAMFT at AAMFT
January 1, 1980 - October 27, 2025M.S. Ed. Counseling at State University of New York at Brockport
January 1, 1979 - October 27, 2025B.A. Psychology at University of Rochester, New York
January 1, 1975 - October 27, 2025Post Graduate Certification at Gestalt Institute of Cleveland
January 1, 1983 - November 2, 2025Certification at American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists, AAMFT
January 1, 1980 - November 2, 2025M.S. Ed. Counseling at State University of New York at Brockport
January 1, 1979 - November 2, 2025B.A. Psychology at University of Rochester, New York
January 1, 1975 - November 2, 2025Post Graduate Certification at Gestalt Institute of Cleveland
January 1, 1983 - November 2, 2025Certification at American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT)
January 1, 1980 - November 2, 2025M.S. Ed. Counseling at State University of New York at Brockport
January 1, 1979 - November 2, 2025B.A. Psychology at University of Rochester, New York
January 1, 1975 - November 2, 2025Qualifications
MOTU Digital Performer
October 18, 2025 - October 18, 2025Logic Pro
October 18, 2025 - October 18, 2025Post Graduate Certification
January 1, 1983 - October 27, 2025Certified by AAMFT
January 1, 1980 - October 27, 2025M.S. Ed. Counseling
January 1, 1979 - October 27, 2025B.A. Psychology
January 1, 1975 - October 27, 2025Post Graduate Certification
January 1, 1983 - November 2, 2025AAMFT Certification
January 1, 1980 - November 2, 2025Post Graduate Certification
January 1, 1983 - November 2, 2025Certified by American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT)
January 1, 1980 - November 2, 2025M.S. Ed. Counseling
January 1, 1979 - November 2, 2025B.A. Psychology
January 1, 1975 - November 2, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Non-Profit Organization
I created and played all the music and instruments in these videos.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo2voCwNR6S_69qw3muDpX5RGzGXTncDz
I recorded and helped direct this audiobook by internationally acclaimed Paul Selig. I am working on a new audiobook now.
https://www.twine.net/signin
Me playing fretless bass, Hawaiian Steel Guitar, keyboards, and superior drummer, video edit
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