I began playing classical piano at age 5 and continued studying until age 17.  I spent a few years learning a few other stringed instruments including; guitar, mandolin, violin, and banjo.  This exploration led me to bluegrass and folk music and eventually the Grateful Dead.  How was I to know I would venture into and be influenced by many different of genre of music; trance, dance, jazz, folk, reggae, blues, world, electronic and experimental.    I am continually amazed at the power of music in our lives.

I started playing mandolin with Grateful Groove at its inception, however, had to take an extended family leave.    Around December 2003, I managed to find my way back to this crazy bunch of people and they welcomed me with open arms.  How thankful I am of that!

My love for this music is present in my everyday life.  I am seldom NOT reminded of this music as I pass my days and nights with those I meet and greet!  It is a pleasure to be playing these wonderful pieces with this crazy band of rooty-toots. 

Let there be songs to fill the air and may the four winds blow you safely home!

Michael

Me at 710 Ashburry
San Francisco, CA 2007