Before you commit to a lesson, hear the music. Funk, jazz, R&B, original compositions: this is the sound we're building toward.
Four original tracks produced and performed by Simon. Funk, R&B, and groove-forward electronic production, the same palette we draw from in lessons.
What to listen for: pocket groove, layered textures, and the interplay between melody and rhythm. These are the same skills we develop in lessons, whether you're on guitar, bass, keys, or drums.
Real gigs, real rooms. Simon performs across the Bay Area: jazz standards, funk originals, and collaborative ensemble work. Watch below, then explore the full catalog on YouTube.
Darn That Dream - solo guitar & vocals, Studio D Oakland
Teaching philosophy in action: Simon's students often join his ensemble group and perform at the same venues. The goal isn't just technique, it's getting you on stage.
The Groove Ensemble is Professor of Funk's student performance group. Members get real rehearsal time, chart reading, and live gig experience, often playing alongside Simon.
Ensemble recordings are added as students perform. Book a free trial lesson and Simon will show you where you'd fit into the ensemble, and what it sounds like in the room.
No pressure, no commitment. Come play, see how you feel, and we'll figure out if it's a fit.