With over 25 years of experience in songwriting, composing, and production, Bryan has contributed to thousands of song placements for major studios, including 20th Century Fox, Paramount, Disney, Universal, Sony, Pixar, Lionsgate, Netflix, ABC, CBS, and NBC. His music has been featured in high-profile projects such as Netflix’s Drive to Survive, the award-winning short film BOT. Versed in genres ranging from rock and pop to country, blues, and folk, Bryan brings a wealth of professional insight to his work.

As an educator with 30 years of teaching experience, Bryan is passionate about guiding students on their musical journeys. His teaching philosophy centers on meeting students where they are, using a song-first approach that integrates chords, scales, arpeggios, and licks to enhance their playing. He weaves music theory and compositional analysis into lessons, tailored to each student’s level of understanding, to foster both technical skill and creative growth. When students encounter challenges, Bryan employs a focused, measure-by-measure approach to overcome roadblocks, ensuring steady progress. By selecting teaching materials that build on prior knowledge, he cultivates confidence and momentum in his students.

Bryan’s return to teaching is driven by a desire to share his extensive experience with the next generation of musicians. His unique, song-driven teaching style sets him apart, emphasizing musicality and creativity in every lesson. Bryan offers classes in Guitar, Ukulele, Piano and Bass, empowering students to develop their skills and find their own voice in music.