A professional educator with over 20 years of experience performing and teaching across Rock, Pop, and Country genres.
Brent was born into a musical family and began his formal education at age five on the accordion. By age ten, he was competing in State Championships. Throughout high school, he served as a percussionist in the school band before starting formal drum lessons at fourteen and joining his first rock band.
At eighteen, Brent taught himself guitar and began a career as a vocalist and instrumentalist that continues to this day. He attended Olympic College in Bremerton, WA, focusing on Education while taking specialized courses in Music Theory and Music Engineering.
Teaching professionally since 2004, Brent has led music programs at elementary schools and participated in numerous professional recording projects. He offers master-level instruction in Pop, Country, Rock, and Traditional styles, bringing practical industry experience to every lesson.
Brent teaches from a professional studio in Port Orchard and offers high-definition online instruction. He is also available for in-home lessons throughout Kitsap County. His approach focuses on making music theory practical and engaging, helping students understand the "why" behind the music while mastering their favorite songs.
Every instructor at Melody Music Studios, including Brent, undergoes our strict vetting process: Background checks, expert interviews, and reference verification.